Monique is a Partner in the Intellectual Property Department, the Health Sciences/Regulatory Department, and the Personal Data Protection Department of the firm.
He is dedicated to assisting clients in the field of intellectual property and in matters related to regulation and compliance in the life sciences sector, as well as in privacy and data protection issues.
He has extensive experience in intellectual property law counseling, including the analysis of specific regulations, compliance related to intellectual property, and health sciences.
In addition, Monique offers ongoing support in intellectual property-related projects, in structuring agreements between stakeholders, and in IP litigation before the Courts of Justice. She works with both applicant entities and rights holders, assisting in the development of strategies for the protection, defense, and effective management of intangible assets.
Monique represents both local and foreign companies and individuals in the management of intellectual property rights before the Ministry of Commerce and Industries of Panama. In addition, she is responsible for the protection and enforcement of said rights before the specialized Intellectual Property Courts.
Her work in the field of health sciences, regulation, and compliance involves representing and advising companies on compliance with advertising and labeling regulations for pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, agrochemicals, medical devices, biomedical equipment, and food and beverages. Monique has extensive experience in obtaining marketing authorizations for these products, as well as in acquiring the necessary operating licenses and special sanitary permits for manufacturers, distributors, and/or agencies.
Education
- Bachelor of Law and Political Science, Universidad Católica Santa María La Antigua, 2004.
- Postgraduate Degree in Intellectual Property, University of Castilla-La Mancha, 2007.
Admissions
- Panama, 2004.
Acknowledgments
2026
The Legal 500 Latin America (2026 Edition)
Company: Ranked as «Top Tier» and «Leading Firm» in 7 practice areas.
Individual: Monique Ferrer recognized as ‘Leading Individual’ in Intellectual Property.
Testimonial: “Monique Ferrer knows our entire team and knows how to solve our problems, which gives us agility when addressing internal and external issues. Her warm attitude and response times stand out.”.
Chambers Latin America Awards (2026)
Nomination: Finalist in the «Panama Law Firm of the Year» category.
Latin Lawyer 250 (2026 Edition)
Distinction: Highly Recommended in the practice of Intellectual Property.
2025
Chambers Latin America (2025)
Ranking: Band 2 in Intellectual Property practice.
Testimonial: “Monique Ferrer is an excellent professional who is always available and attentive to any need we may have.”
Chambers Global (2025)
Distinction: Recognized in Intellectual Property.
Testimonial: «Monique Ferrer is an excellent lawyer, intelligent, knowledgeable, and endowed with a lot of common sense.
Managing IP / IP Stars (2025 Edition)
Monique Ferrer: Recognized as ‘Trademark Star’ and ‘Patent Star’.
Marycarmen González: Recognized as ‘Rising Star’.
LACCA Approved (2025)
Thought Leaders: Alejandro Alemán Ferrari and Roberto Harrington Arango.
Approved: Validations in Corporate Law, M&A, Labor, Banking, and Litigation.
2023
WTR1000 (World Trademark Review 2023)
Ranking: Recommended in the Silver Category.
The Patent Lawyer Magazine (2023)
Distinction: Recognized in «The Americas and The Caribbean» edition.
Who’s Who Legal: IP (2023)
Recognition: Listed as an Intellectual Property expert.
Professional Associations
- International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) – Panama Chapter. Chairman of the Intellectual Property Commission 2024 – 2026.
- Panamanian Intellectual Property Law Association (APADEPI). Member of the Board of Directors 2021-2025. Member of the Women Leaders in IP Commission.
- International Trademark Association (INTA). Member of the “Brand Restrictions Committee” 2024-2027.
- Inter-American Association of Intellectual Property (ASIPI). President of the Regulatory Affairs Committee 2021-2023; National Delegate for Panama 2018-2025. Member of the Special Task Force on “Econometric Study of the Economic and Social Impact of Counterfeiting in the countries of the Latin American region” 2023-2025.
- National Bar Association of Panama.
Languages
- Spanish and English