What We Do
Trademark and patent registration
Filing and defense of registrations for distinctive signs and inventions before SENADI.
Copyright and licensing
Protection of creative works and structuring of licensing agreements.
Anti-piracy and counterfeiting
Administrative and judicial actions against intellectual property infringement.
Intellectual property agreements
Assignment, licensing and transfer of intellectual property rights.
Litigation before SENADI
Representation in opposition proceedings, nullity actions and contentious matters before the authority.
IP portfolio strategy
Design of a protection strategy for the client's portfolio of intangible assets.
Who leads this practice
Leads HEKA's Intellectual Property practice, guiding the registration and defense of trademarks, patents and copyrights, as well as the fight against piracy and counterfeiting in Ecuador.
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Technology and TelecommunicationsProtection of software, digital brands and technology assets. CorporateValuation and transfer of IP assets in corporate transactions. CompetitionThe boundary between trademark protection and anticompetitive conduct.Common questions about intellectual property
How do I register a trademark in Ecuador?+
The application is filed before SENADI and includes a prior search of existing records, the registration request itself, and publication to allow third-party oppositions. We support the entire process, including the defense against any oppositions that may be filed.
What is the difference between copyright and trademark registration?+
Copyright protects original works (texts, software, designs) from the moment of creation, without requiring prior registration, while a trademark protects distinctive signs and requires formal registration before SENADI in order to be enforceable against third parties.
What can I do if I detect a counterfeit of my product?+
It is possible to initiate administrative actions before SENADI and, where applicable, judicial or criminal actions against those responsible. We assess each case to determine the most effective course of action based on the type of infringement and the affected market.
What is an IP portfolio strategy and why does it matter?+
It is the comprehensive planning of which intangible assets to protect, in which jurisdictions and under which legal form, aligning the registration of trademarks, patents and copyrights with the business's commercial objectives over the medium and long term.