María Isabel Navarro Fernández

As innovation and commercial activity grows across Latin America, Brazil and other Central and South American markets are becoming increasingly important jurisdictions for patent teams. But there are many considerations for extending a patent strategy into the region: lengthy and uncertain prosecution timelines, differences in examination practices, enforcement mechanisms and judicial expertise can all influence how patenting can deliver meaningful value. So how can patent leaders develop a practical approach to Brazil, and Latin America, while considering their place within a broader global IP strategy?

• Discuss how to prioritise patent filings across Central and South American jurisdictions to determine where protection is business-critical

• Assess how to navigate prosecution uncertainty, identify the right local counsel and build trusted relationships to support effective patent protection and enforcement

• Share successful cross-jurisdictional prosecution and enforcement strategies to better prepare for litigation

• Explore how lessons from more established patent systems can be applied to strengthen patent protection across Latin America