We are proud to announce that Atty. Maria Theresa C. Gonzales has been recognized as a Trademark Star in the 2025 edition of IP Stars, a prestigious accolade published by Managing IP that honors the world’s leading intellectual property practitioners. With over 25 years of experience in…
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) has released the Regulations on Well-Known Marks through Memorandum Circular No. 2025-009, which took effect on 28 April 2025. With this issuance, trademark owners may now formally apply for the declaration of well-known status…
We are delighted to share that VeraLaw has been recognized by the World Trademark Review (WTR) in the 2025 edition of the WTR 1000. This prestigious recognition highlights VeraLaw’s exceptional expertise and dedication in the field of trademark law. The firm’s consistent…
VeraLaw attended the first ever 3-day Trademark Convention organized by the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines. The event featured special guest speakers from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), who provided invaluable insights into global and regional trends. Discussions covered a…
We are delighted to share that VeraLaw’s trademark team has been ranked BRONZE for 2024 by the World Trademark Review. Our partner, Ma. Theresa Gonzales, is ranked under Leading Individuals in the Philippines for expertise in Prosecution and Strategy, Enforcement and Litigation….
Maintaining a trademark is a crucial aspect of preserving brand identity and protecting intellectual property rights. To retain these exclusive rights, trademark owners must actively use their marks. The maintenance of a trademark involves periodic submissions of proof of use, affirming that…
In 2005, Mr. Zulueta (“Mr. Zulueta”) claimed that he invited Raoul Goco (“Mr. Goco”) to open a Greek restaurant in the Philippines, and they conceptualized the name of the restaurant to be CYMA while on vacation in Greece. Their first branch was…
The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines promulgated the 2023 Trademark Regulations (“2023 Trademark Regulations”) which took effect on 14 February 2023. The 2023 Trademark Regulations is intended to streamline administrative procedures in registration of marks, enhance the enforcement of trademark rights,…
This Q&A provides an overview of Philippine Intellectual Property laws and regulations. Click here to view the pdf version of our chapter The Legal 500 Country Comparative Guides 2023: Philippine Intellectual Property
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has ruled against the Respondent-Applicant SUN PHARMA PHILIPPINES, INC.’s proposed mark, VALCOSUN, which encompasses “medicinal and pharmaceutical preparations for the treatment of viral infections” under Class 5 for purposes of registration. The Opposer ECO ANIMAL HEALTH LIMITED…
