Technological information, literary, dramatic and musical works, industrial and engineering design and other business goodwill of corporations and individuals are economic assets that must be managed properly in order to unlock their commercial potential. The patent system, copyright and design laws and laws on trademark offer powerful legal means for the effective protection and management of these assets.
The Dominican Republic has an extended legal framework in this area, and the law firm Rivera Torres is offering the complete range of legal services.
Main applicable codes & laws:
- Law No. 65-00 - Intellectual Property Law
- Law No. 20-00 - Industrial Property Law
- Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS)
- WIPO-regulations
- Other laws may apply.
Legal Assistance with:
- Registration of Patents, Trademarks, Service marks, Trade names, Slogans, Copyrights, Industrial designs and Industrial models
- Prosecution and Litigation on Counterfeits and Infringements of Patents, Trademarks, Service marks, Trade names, Slogans, Copyrights, Industrial designs and Industrial models
- Negotiations regarding licenses, franchises and technology transfer
- Registration and Protection of Intellectual Property assets worldwide.
