The Intellectual Property Department (IPD) of the Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz Law Offices (ACCRALAW) offers innovative solutions to client needs and concerns in all aspects of intellectual property (IP) rights protection and management. It represents local and foreign clients in the registration and maintenance of patents, trademarks, and copyrights in the Philippines. It has also established a network of overseas correspondent law firms for the lodging of applications for registration of patents, trademarks, and copyrights in other countries.

ACCRALAW is at the country’s forefront in the fight against counterfeiting, piracy and unfair competition and in protecting the rights of legitimate IP right holders. It has successfully prosecuted criminal, civil and administrative cases for trademark infringement and unfair competition on behalf of owners of well-known marks. It is active in patent enforcement actions as well.

Its lawyers possess strong academic backgrounds and extensive experience in IP law practice and are complemented by a well-trained and competent paralegal team and technical consultants. ACCRALAW is active in national as well as international associations involved in the protection of intellectual property rights and is consistently cited worldwide for quality work and an excellent track record.

Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz (ACCRALAW) occupies a commanding position in the Philippine IP law landscape. The team handles both contentious and non-contentious matters, including IP licensing, registration and enforcement, for both domestic and international clients. The firm serves an impressive roster of clients, which includes companies in the consumer goods and manufacturing sectors.