Copyrights

The National Library has been responsible for registering intellectual works since 1898, when the first specific Brazilian law on copyright was published, and to this day, through the Copyright Office, it offers this service and other related services, for the legal security of moral and patrimonial rights of the author, under the provisions of law nº 9,610, of February 19, 1998.

The registration ensures greater legal certainty and avoid or facilitate the resolution of future judicial and extrajudicial disputes through public certification of the declaration of ownership of the intellectual work.

The service results in the settlement (registration) and publication of the legal information declared by the author/holder in the registration application, according to a copy of the intellectual work filed. Furthermore, the preservation of the copy of the registered intellectual work is guaranteed, for the duration of the patrimonial rights, for future consultation and reference, subject to restrictions on access to unpublished works, in consideration of the author’s moral rights.

Our firm’s copyright practice is distinguished by its deep expertise, strategic approach, and commitment to protecting the creative works of our clients. With a team of highly skilled attorneys who specialize in copyright law, we provide comprehensive services that encompass registration, enforcement, licensing, and litigation. Our strengths include:

1. Industry-Specific Knowledge: We have extensive experience working with clients across diverse industries, including entertainment, technology, publishing, software, fashion, and the arts. This allows us to tailor our advice to the unique needs and challenges of each sector.
2. Proactive Protection Strategies: We assist clients in securing robust copyright protections through timely registrations and strategic planning. Our team is adept at navigating complex legal frameworks to ensure that our clients’ intellectual property is safeguarded both domestically and internationally.
3. Enforcement and Litigation: Our firm has a proven track record of successfully enforcing copyrights through negotiation, mediation, and litigation. We are skilled at addressing infringement issues, counterfeit activities, and unauthorized use of copyrighted materials, ensuring that our clients’ rights are vigorously defended.
4. Licensing and Commercialization: We provide expert guidance on licensing agreements, royalty structures, and the commercialization of copyrighted works. Our attorneys work closely with clients to maximize the value of their intellectual property while ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
5. Global Reach: With a network of international contacts and a deep understanding of cross-border copyright issues, we are well-equipped to handle multinational copyright matters. This includes advising on compliance with international treaties such as the Berne Convention and the WIPO Copyright Treaty.
6. Client-Centric Approach: We pride ourselves on delivering personalized, responsive, and practical solutions. Our attorneys take the time to understand our clients’ goals and provide clear, actionable advice to help them achieve their objectives.

Designs Practice (Relevant to Trademark Practice)
In addition to our copyright expertise, our firm boasts a robust designs practice that complements our trademark services. We assist clients in protecting and enforcing design rights, including industrial designs and trade dress, which are often critical to brand identity and market differentiation. Our team is experienced in securing design registrations, addressing infringement issues, and integrating design protection into broader intellectual property strategies. By aligning design rights with trademark and copyright protections, we provide a holistic approach to safeguarding our clients’ creative and commercial assets.

Our firm’s copyright and designs practices are integral to our broader intellectual property offerings, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive, innovative, and effective solutions tailored to their needs.

Copyright related services:

• Protection and defense of literary, musical, artistic, and dramatic works
• Licensing Agreements
• Protection and defense of broadcasts, films and sound recordings
• Registration of works in the Property Register and International Copyright offices
• Registration of works at Notarial Deposit
• Audiovisual and recording: protecting TV formats, transfer of exploitation rights, phonographic and audiovisual production, co-production and distribution contracts
• Advertising: transfer of advertising creation rights
• Visual arts: negotiating and drawing up transfer agreements for pieces to be exhibited or exploited by museums, art galleries, foundations, etc
• Litigation