Atty. Gilbert Dela Cruz

Gilbert is a CPA-Lawyer, with over thirty years of experience in Intellectual Property Law, Taxation, Family Law, and Litigation. He has advised and represented foreign companies in securing IP registrations and pursuing enforcement actions before the Intellectual Property Office and the courts. In addition, he has represented clients in civil and criminal cases, including Family Law matters and estate settlements.

Areas of Expertise

  • Intellectual Property filing and prosecution

  • Intellectual property enforcement actions

  • IP licensing and technology transfer agreements

  • IP portfolio management and maintenance

  • Customs recordation and border enforcement

  • Tax-related matters, Family Law and estate settlement

  • Litigation

 Academic Background

  • Bachelor of Laws
    San Beda University, College of Law (1991)
    Philippine Bar, Admitted (1992)

  • Bachelor of Science in Commerce
    (Major in Accounting)
    San Beda University, College of Arts and Sciences
    (1985)
    Accountancy Board, Admitted (1986)

Publications

  • Protection of Undisclosed Information (2023)
    Law Book | Rex Book Store, Inc.

  • Patent Law and Practice (2014)
    Law Book | Rex Book Store, Inc.

Memberships

  • International Trademark Association (INTA)

  • International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property (AIPPI)

  • Asian Patent Attorneys Association (APAA)

  • Intellectual Property Association of the Philippines (IPAP)

  • Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP)