Baker McKenzie

With clients including Swarovski, Victoria's Secret and Vodafone, Baker McKenzie is recognised for 'its ability to manage large portfolios of brands'. Its vast IP offering covers the gamut of IP matters from 'freedom to market' counsel on commercialising and protecting patentable rights, to all aspects of patent and trade mark work both in Argentina and across the Latin American region. It also houses considerable expertise in infringement and contentious matters including cease-and-desist warnings, out-of-court settlements, preliminary injunctions, and civil and criminal litigation. The team is led by market stalwart Bernard Malone, who is specialised in IP law - his skillset includes investigating and prosecuting anti-counterfeiting cases and the seizure of infringing imports. Head of the office's white-collar practice, Fernando Goldaracena also handles compliance, investigations and judicial IP litigation. Names to note from the 20-strong associate bench include senior associate Ana Paula Gallardo and the very experienced Zulma Beatriz Labaronnie.