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Human Resource Manager at Inventa, Leila has consolidated experience particularly within multinational contexts, with a focus on team management, internal communication, HR policy development, talent management, and performance evaluation implementation.

Méridor Kongota Ndelo is a Trademark & Patent Attorney and a qualified Lawyer at Inventa DR Congo, based in Kinshasa.

In addition to his legal expertise, Méridor is a certified Mining and Quarrying Agent. Fluent in multiple languages, he provides strategic legal advice to clients, focusing particularly on corporate, business, and intellectual property matters related to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

As a Patent Consultant at Inventa, Susana works mainly in applications for registration, drafting and replying to notifications of patents in areas such as physics, materials processing, and computer-implemented inventions.

Legal Manager at Inventa and one of the Trademark and Patent Attorney teams coordinator. Due to her academic, professional background and interest in international matters, Vera has a great understanding of economic scenarios, which allows her to outline and advise clients on the best strategic option to protect and value IP assets.

With extensive experience in the field of Intellectual Property (IP), Vera is also an expert in IP rights enforcement and litigation. As one of the oldest members of the team, she actively contributes to the growth and development of Inventa.

Mainly works with procedures related to the protection of Intellectual Property assets, including Trademarks, Patents, and Designs. Isabella is responsible for providing efficient solutions for various Intellectual Property matters, outlining the best approaches for the internationalization of these assets. She proactively engages in administrative cases, consulting, and litigation related to Intellectual Property, tailoring personalized solutions to effectively meet the specific needs of each client.

IP Paralegal at Inventa. Provides administrative support to the Patent Department, handling patent applications filed with the Portuguese Institute of Industrial Property (INPI), the European Patent Office (EPO), and the PCT system. Elisabete is also involved in drafting budget plans for the submission of patent applications and subsequent actions on the electronic platforms of the respective jurisdictions. Contributes to the update and management of IP assets.

Managing Partner at Inventa and one of the main responsible for the growth and recognition of the company as a leading Intellectual Property (IP) law firm, nationally and internationally. 

Alongside his management role, Tiago has valuable experience as a Trademark and Patent Attorney, a role that provided him crucial know-how to determine and recommend the best approaches to defend all IP interests. Throughout his professional career, he had the opportunity to work with clients from different sectors of activity, which gives him a broad perspective on all areas of IP.

Director of Inventa Nigeria, she manages our office and team in Lagos. Angela is a qualified legal practitioner and Patent and Trademark Attorney before the Nigeria Intellectual Property Institute.

She advises the clients on the best strategy, on national and international searches, registrations, licenses, commercial transactions, enforcement, litigation and maintenance of all kinds of IP rights.

Operations Director, responsible for coordinating and implementing Inventa's operational strategies. With previous experience as Human Resources Director, she takes a strategic approach to identifying the most suitable professional profiles, ensuring excellence and efficiency in the services provided to our clients.

Filomena oversees employee training, promoting the development of essential skills for success in their areas of activity. She is responsible for optimizing internal processes, contributing to the continuous improvement of the organization.

Trademark and Patent Attorney at Inventa, with extensive experience in intellectual property matters, particularly before the INPI and EUIPO.

Over the years, Joana has been consolidating her activity in protecting and defending intellectual property rights.
Her considerable expertise allows her to address personalized strategies that meet each client's specific needs.