Who we are
Founding partner João Cassiano Bairros Oyarzábal transformed the family business into a leading firm in southern Brazil, built on a strong commitment to Industrial Property. Today, we are composed of a team of highly specialized professionals prepared to meet Intellectual Property demands both in Brazil and abroad.
Our Purpose
To protect society, individuals, and the collective from the loss of innovative ideas.
Our Mission
To provide clients with excellent service, quality, and expertise while maintaining ethics and professionalism.
Our Vision
To be a market leader in reliability, service quality, and client relationships.
Our Values
Ethics, Professionalism, Security, Competence, Transparency, Reliability, and Dynamism.
Our differentials
- Personalized, comprehensive services with exclusive dedication to our clients.
- Specialization and technical expertise in industrial property matters in Brazil and abroad.
- Strategic and preventive consulting to minimize risks and identify potential infringements.
- Years of experience and recognition from clients and colleagues in the industrial property field.
International Protection
We operate across all continents in the protection of Intellectual Property assets, fully familiar with the culture, legal practices, and commercial environments of each region.
Associations
In addition to being part of international IP associations, the firm maintains partnerships with offices located in North America, Latin America, the European Community, Asia, Africa, and Oceania.
- ABAPI – Brazilian Association of Industrial Property Agents
- ABPI – Brazilian Intellectual Property Association
- INTA – International Trademark Association.
In our more than 45 years of history, these are our numbers:
Over 3.500
clients in Brazil and abroad.
Over 25.000
trademark cases.
Over 15.000
patent and industrial design applications.
Over 3.000
cases abroad.
We have a presence in
over 80 countries.
Over 100
active lawsuits.
75%
success rate in lawsuits and extrajudicial notifications.
One of the leading
Intellectual Property firms in the country.
Active participation
in national and international associations.
Working with
the largest trademark and patent applicants in Brazil.
Source: Ranking INPI
The family
Based on the value of family unity, SKO evolved into SKO Oyarzábal. João Cassiano, carrying the principles of dedication, love, and commitment to the importance of Industrial Property, inspired his wife and children to become part of this professional activity—one of great relevance to entrepreneurs and with strong impact on the economy.Today, SKO Oyarzábal has a highly prepared and qualified team, capable of understanding and supporting the needs of its clients’ creations and businesses. We are composed of highly specialized professionals ready to meet Intellectual Property demands in Brazil and abroad.
The partners:
João Cassiano Bairros Oyarzábal
Founding and Senior Partner
He began his journey in 1973, founding SKO Oyarzábal in 1980. His pioneering vision has shaped intellectual property in Brazil, with involvement in numerous successful cases. A co-founder and former president of ABAPISUL, as well as former National Vice President of ABAPI, his name is synonymous with excellence and leadership. He is an active member of the main associations in the field.
Vera Lúcia Pinheiro Oyarzábal
Senior Partner
Attorney and Industrial Property Agent. Graduated in Law from ULBRA (2005), Vera has been part of the firm since 1990. Her expertise is essential in the administrative and financial management of the office, complemented by extensive experience in various areas of Intellectual Property. Member of ABAPI and ABPI.
Rafael Oyarzábal
Partner
Production Engineer (CREA/RS 276663). Master in Intellectual Property and Innovation (IFRS/Profnit). With training in Administration, Patent Drafting, and Technical Expert Assistance, he brings sharp technical and analytical insight, supported by experience in advanced courses from WIPO and INPI.
Jéssica Pinheiro Oyarzábal
Partner
Attorney, Master of Law from UFRGS, and specialist in International Law (UFRGS). She has additional training in Intellectual Property from Fordham Law School, the Japan Patent Office (JPO), ABAPI, and WIPO. Board Director at ABPI (2026/2027), co-coordinator of ABPI’s Young Committee, member of AIPPI’s Young Committee, and of the Intellectual Property Commission of OABRS. Former President of ABAPISUL (2022–2023).
Diego Strahuber Oyarzábal
Partner
Attorney. Master in Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer from IFRS/Profnit. Postgraduate degree in Intellectual Property from PUC/RS. Partner since 2007. Member of the Special Intellectual Property Commission of OAB/RS. Professor, speaker, and author of relevant articles in the field.
