Copyrights
Legal Support for Creative Rights in Brazil
Hugo Silva & Maldonado provides structured guidance for copyright protection.
Copyright protection in Brazil arises automatically upon the creation of an original work and does not require registration to be enforceable. However, formal registration is strongly recommended, as it provides evidentiary value in legal proceedings and can streamline enforcement and licensing actions.
Brazil is a member of key international treaties, including the Berne Convention, the Universal Copyright Convention, and the Washington Treaty. These instruments enable the recognition of foreign copyrights and facilitate their enforcement within Brazilian territory. Still, navigating local procedures, documentation standards, and court expectations requires experienced legal support.
Hugo Silva & Maldonado assists foreign companies, creative entities, and rights holders in securing, managing, and enforcing their copyrights in Brazil.
Our practice covers both preventive and contentious matters, with a focus on aligning local legal strategies to international business interests.
Some of our pratices
- Registration of software, literary, artistic, audiovisual, and digital works with the relevant Brazilian authorities
- Legal analysis of copyright ownership, transfer, and enforceability under Brazilian law
- Drafting and negotiation of license and assignment agreements tailored to the local market
- Enforcement of rights against unauthorized use, including litigation and extrajudicial measures
- Portfolio management and strategic planning for copyright protection in Brazil
- Legal support for online content, media, and digital asset protection
- Assistance with copyright due diligence in transactions and joint ventures
- Monitoring of potential infringements and issuance of cease-and-desist communications
- Coordination with local and federal authorities for regulatory compliance
- Guidance on copyright-related aspects of technology transfers and IP licensing
Looking for trusted legal support in Brazil for your copyrights?
Hugo Silva & Maldonado is ready to assist with tailored solutions.