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On July 15, 2025, the Brazilian Official Gazette published a decree issued by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva regulating the Economic Reciprocity Law regulating Law No. 15,122, of April 11, 2025.

MGA and partners Marcelo Goyanes and João Gebara stand out in the 32nd edition of IP STAR. The annual ranking identifies and recognizes law firms and professionals who excel in various areas of Intellectual Property. The firm is listed in three categories: “Trade Mark Disputes,” “Trade Mark Prosecution,” and “Copyright & Related Rights.” Founding partner (...)

The Brazilian PTO (BPTO) has issued new technical guidelines outlining the methodology for the recognition of “famous” status under Brazilian law, which will be incorporated into the Trademark Manual on August 7, 2025. This status grants trademarks enhanced protection across all classes of goods and services, regardless of their registration scope.

MGA has achieved Band 1 in the Chambers Brazil Guide – Media & Entertainment, one of the most highly regarded legal rankings in the world. Chambers praises MGA for its excellence, remarkable expertise in complex matters, deep understanding of the international market, and a seasoned team at every level of the practice. Founding partner Marcelo (...)

Recognition. Once again, MGA earns a spotlight in the Leaders League rankings. In the 2025 edition, the firm stands out in Intellectual Property—Patent Litigation, Trademark Litigation, Trademark Prosecution, and Copyright Law—as well as in Media, Sports & Entertainment. MGA’s presence in Leaders League reflects not only recognition but also the appreciation of the excellence, talent, (...)

Antônio Murta, founding partner at MGA, is taking part in one of the most important events in the Brazilian publishing industry — the Rio International Publishers Summit. He will join the panel “Between the Lines of the Law: Legal Challenges of Artificial Intelligence in the Publishing Market”, which takes place on the first day of (...)

MGA and partners Antonio Murta, Luiza Duarte, Marcelo Goyanes, and Vinícius Casciano are recognized among the world’s leading patent professionals and firms in the 24th edition of the IAM Patent 1000 ranking. The firm is praised for the technical capabilities of its professionals and its strong commitment to advancing clients’ interests. MGA is recognized for (...)

Founding partner Marcelo Goyanes is attending the Annual Meeting of the Copyright Society, taking place from June 5 to 7 in Cambridge, Maryland, USA. The Annual Meeting is one of the most prominent events in the field of Copyright and Intellectual Property Law, bringing together attorneys, legal scholars, researchers, and representatives of the creative industries. (...)