About Us

OUR FIRM

GUY JOSE BENDAÑA GUERRERO & ASOCIADOS has a long and prosperous tradition in the field of intellectual property (IP) in Nicaragua, with roots that go back to more than 100 years, resulting on long-term relationships with renowned clients and attorneys worldwide.

 

The firm has its origins in the law firm Henry Caldera & Henry Caldera-Pallais, founded in 1907 by Mr. Henry Caldera. That same year of 1907, through the efforts of Mr. Caldera, Nicaragua had its first Trademark Law. In the late 1930’s, Mr. Caldera’s oldest son, Dr. Henry Caldera-Pallais, after studying law in Nicaragua, attended the University of Michigan, where he graduated as a Registered U.S. Patent Attorney. Dr. Caldera-Pallais in 1964 was a founding member of the Interamerican Association of Intellectual Property (ASIPI), the first regional intellectual property organization in the Americas. The firm continued to grow during the administration of Dr. Franklin Caldera, son of Dr. Caldera-Pallais, who obtained his doctoral degree in law from the Universidad Centroamericana in 1973.

 

Since 1985 the current partners, Dr. Guy José Bendaña Guerrero and Mrs. Blanca Aragón de Bendaña, took over the management of the firm. Dr. Bendaña Guerrero, Director of the firm, has distinguished himself as one of the most respected authorities in Central America in the field of intellectual property and law in general, being the author of several books such as “Course of Industrial Property Law”, “Study of the new Laws of Industrial Property” and “New Study of Contracts “, among others. Mrs. Aragón de Bendaña has served as the firm’s general manager and, thanks to her excellent management, the firm has been in constant growth, with a highly qualified staff committed to excellence. Since 1996, partner Julián José Bendaña Aragón joined the firm, and has been standing out as one of the most recognized attorneys in the field of intellectual property.

 

We have adapted to the constant change of the business world, supporting our clients in finding the most appropriate legal solutions for each moment. The firm distinguishes itself by understanding the needs of its clients, offering personalized service and adding value to its activities.

 

Nowadays we continue to be the leading firm in Nicaragua in the area of intellectual property, and at the same time, we have been consolidating other areas of service within the civil, commercial and labor fields, as well as litigation and consulting in general. The firm is well positioned to guarantee a pragmatic service that meets the requirements of the most demanding clients.

¡Meet our team of lawyers!

Guy J. Bendaña-Guerrero

Dr. Bendaña-Guerrero, Director of the firm, has stood out as one of the most respected authorities in the intellectual property field and civil and corporate law in general.

Languages: Spanish and English.

info@guybendana.com.ni

Julián J. Bendaña-Aragón

He joined the firm in 1996 and has been standing out as one of the most recognized lawyers in the field of intellectual property.

Languages: Spanish and English.

Julian.bendana@guybendana.com.ni

Miguel Ángel Delgado

He joined the firm in 2000 and stands out for its excellent customer service. Currently, he serves as the Director of our Regulatory and Corporate Department.

Languages: Spanish.

registro@guybendana.com.ni

Ana Jeanssy Fornos

She joined the firm in 2014 and has been standing out as one of the future stars (rising stars) in the field of intellectual property. She is in charge of the management of the litigation area of the firm.

Languages: Spanish and English.

attorney@guybendana.com.ni

Gabriela Fornos

She joined the firm in 2020 and has also been standing out as one of the future stars (rising stars) in the field of intellectual property.

Languages: Spanish and English.

ipprosecution@guybendana.com.ni

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Recognitions

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Since its inception, the firm has been at the forefront in providing professional legal services in the area of intellectual property, and has also been expanding in other fields. The outstanding publications of Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, World Trademark Review, Acquisition International Magazine, Corporate International Magazine, among others, have continuously classified us as the leading firm in the field of Intellectual Property in Nicaragua, mentioning our firm is widely commended for its excellent level of service. Additionally, clients have also been recognizing the excellent level our services in other areas.

Links of the rankings issued by some renowned publications, appears below:

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