Leonardo A. Peres

Intellectual Property Law

Brazilian Bar Association OAB/RS 132.059

About me

Leonardo A. Peres is a lawyer specializing in Intellectual Property, with experience in trademark search and clearance, IP portfolio management, data protection, and digital law. He has led teams focused on trademark analysis and provided legal counsel on IP matters, including AI, software, and copyright, within both public institutions such as the European Commission, and private companies. He has also worked at a law firm handling trademark and patent registrations, domain name disputes, and data protection compliance for major clients. Additionally, he has experience in legal translation and international project management at the United Nations Office in Geneva. He holds an LL.M. in Intellectual Property and ICT Law from KU Leuven, an LL.B. from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, and a Master's in International Relations from the University of Brasilia.

Expertise

Trademark Law

Expertise in trademark law includes conducting comprehensive trademark searches, clearances, and strategy development for international registrations. Experience in managing global IP portfolios, assessing trademark risks, and ensuring smooth registrations. Handling trademark disputes, advising on brand protection strategies, and ensuring compliance with jurisdictional requirements.

Video Game Law

Intellectual property protection for software, copyright issues in game development, and domain name disputes affecting gaming brands. Experience in advising on licensing, data protection compliance, and the legal challenges surrounding digital distribution. Knowledge of regulatory frameworks ensures compliance and protection of creative assets in the gaming industry.

Entertainment Law

Handling intellectual property matters related to audiovisual works and digital content. Expertise in copyright and licensing for creative industries, addressing domain name infringements, and negotiating contracts for content distribution. A strong understanding of legal frameworks ensures the protection and commercialization of entertainment assets.

Tech and Digital Law

Advising on data protection, domain name disputes, and software intellectual property matters. Experience in compliance projects for major corporations, contract review, legal opinions on digital law issues, and software licensing. A deep understanding of regulatory challenges in digital environments ensures effective risk management and legal compliance for tech companies.

AI Regulation

Knowledge of AI regulation, analyzing the intersection of AI and intellectual property, with a focus on the implications of the AI Act and experience on AI issues within the European Commission. Legal research on AI and copyright, regulatory reports, and delivering training on AI-related legal frameworks. Expertise in compliance strategies and risk assessment ensures alignment with evolving AI regulations and policies.

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Background

2024-Present

Senior Trademark Search and Clearance Specialist

TramaTM, Slovakia

2024

Legal Officer Trainee

Central Intellectual Property Service, European Commission, Belgium

2024

Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Intellectual Property and Information, Communication and Technology Law

KU Leuven, Belgium

2022-2024

Data Protection, Digital Law, and Intellectual Property Intern/Attorney

Silveiro Advogados, Brazil

2023

Bachelor of Laws

Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

2016

Master in International Relations

University of Brasilia, Brazil

2015-2016

Project Management Intern

United Nations Office at Geneva, Switzerland

2015-2022

Legal and Technical Translator

Freelance

2013

Bachelor in International Relations

Federal University of Santa Maria, Brazil

Connect

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