Supporting governments, international organizations, and public-interest institutions in shaping intellectual property frameworks for the future.
Overview
Intellectual property systems sit at the center of global innovation, cultural exchange, trade, and development policy. Countries and institutions face increasing pressure to modernize their IP frameworks in response to digital transformation, artificial intelligence, global value chains, and cross-border creative and technological markets.
Our firm advises governments, intergovernmental organizations, NGOs, and academic institutions on IP policy, treaty interpretation, and legislative reform. We bring a deep understanding of international norms, comparative IP systems, and the political dynamics that shape global IP governance.
We help our clients design systems that promote innovation, protect creativity, enable access to knowledge, and support national development goals.
Our Services
Advisory on International Treaties & Norms
- Interpretation and implementation of WIPO-administered treaties
- Analysis of obligations under the TRIPS Agreement
- Guidance on evolving global norms for copyright, design, and digital rights
- Comparative analysis of national IP systems across jurisdictions
Legislative Reform & Policy Modernization
- Drafting and reviewing national IP legislation
- Advising on reforms to copyright, design, trademark, and digital-rights regimes
- Tailoring regulatory changes to local economic and development needs
- Impact assessments for proposed IP reforms
Support for Government Negotiations
- Technical assistance for participation in WIPO negotiations
- Analysis of treaty proposals and drafting options
- Comparative studies to inform negotiation positions
- Strategic guidance on international coalition-building
Design Law & Treaty Harmonization
- Expertise in the WIPO Design Law Treaty process
- Comparative analysis of design law systems (Andean, EU, U.S., international)
- Policy recommendations for modernizing industrial-design frameworks
IP & Development Policy
- Integration of IP policy into national innovation strategies
- Advising on TRIPS flexibilities, access to knowledge, and cultural policies
- Support for emerging economies in aligning IP systems with development goals
- Training for public agencies on IP management and digital transformation
Institutional Capacity Building
- Educational programs for IP offices, ministries, and regulatory agencies
- Workshops for policymakers, judges, and public officials
- Curriculum design for universities and training institutes
- Guidance on digital transformation for IP offices
Who We Serve
Our international policy practice supports:
- Government ministries and IP offices
- Intergovernmental organizations (e.g., WIPO, UN-affiliated bodies)
- International NGOs and development organizations
- Universities and independent research centers
- Academic and policy networks
- Law firms seeking comparative or regional expertise
Our Distinctive Approach
Experience Inside Global Processes
We have advised on major international negotiations, including work related to the WIPO Design Law Treaty, giving us firsthand insight into how international norms evolve.
Comparative Legal Expertise
Our experience spans Latin America, the Andean Community, the United States, Europe, and global institutions — ideal for clients who require nuanced, cross-jurisdictional analysis.
Balanced, Public-Interest Perspective
We help governments and institutions design IP systems that enhance innovation while supporting cultural diversity, education, and equitable access to knowledge.
Evidence-Based Policymaking
Our policy recommendations draw from rigorous academic research, practical implementation experience, and extensive writing in scholarly and policy-oriented publications.
Representative Engagements
- Advised a Latin American government on comprehensive copyright modernization aligned with international standards and national development priorities.
- Provided comparative research analysis to inform negotiations in WIPO’s Design Law Treaty process.
- Supported a regional organization in drafting IP and digital-rights recommendations for member states.
- Assisted a national ministry in evaluating options for implementing TRIPS flexibilities in patent and copyright law.
- Delivered a series of workshops for IP offices on digital transformation and the legal implications of AI.
Contact Us
For guidance on IP policy, treaty interpretation, or legislative modernization,
email us at: info@andresizquierdo.com
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