HSM IP

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HSM IP has a wealth of IP knowledge, specialising in the Caribbean, Central and Latin America and offshore jurisdictions. Our broad perspective, practical approach and international experience allows us to offer unique insight into IP issues globally.

Based in the Cayman Islands and independently owned and operated, our experienced team of IP specialists deliver a first-class service. As a leader in the field, HSM IP understands the value of long-term business relationships. With competitive rates and a highly skilled team, we are well positioned to meet your legal needs.

The success and growth of our firm are due to our keen understanding of our clients’ need for a comprehensive ‘one-stop shop’ which encompasses a wide-range of services, from initial consultation to searches, registrations, annuity payments and monitoring and renewals.

Our interactive database helps us to proactively manage each client’s portfolio efficiently and cost effectively in an environmentally friendly and substantially paperless workplace. It also allows us to fulfil specific reporting and invoicing requirements, including multi-currency invoicing and e-billing. We offer a competitive schedule of fixed fees, inclusive of both disbursements and official fees, which means we can provide clients with an accurate estimate of their project costs before embarking on a global filing programme for their portfolio.

We specialise in the following countries: Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, the British Virgin Islands, Caribbean Netherlands, the Cayman Islands, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Curacao, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, European Union, Falkland Islands, Fiji, French Caribbean, French Polynesia, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guatemala, Guernsey, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Jersey, Mauritius, Mexico, Montserrat, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, St. Helena, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Maarten, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Tonga, Trinidad & Tobago, the Turks and Caicos Islands, the United Kingdom, Uruguay, the US Virgin Islands and Venezuela.

Our staff contribute to leading IP publications and we also publish a range of country-specific IP client guides, which are available on our website. These client guides outline the various prosecution and formality requirements in a broad range of countries and are an excellent resource. We are also a multilingual and international team with a great deal of experience in a multitude of industries, including:

  • automotive;
  • banking and finance;
  • betting and gaming;
  • cosmetics;
  • hospitality;
  • fashion and luxury;
  • food and beverage;
  • furniture;
  • ICT and software;
  • pharmaceuticals and healthcare;
  • publishing and media;
  • real estate;
  • retail;
  • sports;
  • technology and innovation;  
  • telecoms; and
  • travel, transportation and tourism.

Supported by HSM Chambers, an offshore law firm with experienced attorneys admitted in multiple jurisdictions, we have substantial experience in taking action to address the infringement of trademarks, copyrights, designs and patents and in the conduct of passing-off actions. We also offer investigative services to identify the source and distributors of infringing goods, working closely with police and customs officials as necessary.

HSM IP is a member of the International Trademark Association (INTA), the Chartered Institute of Trademark Attorneys (CITMA), the American Intellectual Property Law Association (AIPLA) and the Intellectual Property Caribbean Association (IPCA). HSM IP is a regular exhibitor at INTA’s annual meeting and welcomes new visitors each year.

HSM IP has been ranked by notable publications, including World Trademark Review (WTR) 1000, Chambers & Partners, The Legal 500 and IP STARS.

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