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Ana Abrantes Bona

@anaabrantesbona

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Intellectual property strategy advisor combining legal drafting, compliance, and legal tech to protect value.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can lead IP strategy, contract and regulatory compliance, and GDPR-aligned data security—using legal technology to streamline workflows and support ethical, socially responsible business outcomes.

I’m a results-driven legal professional with 19+ years of cross-industry experience spanning customer service banking, regulatory compliance, commercial law, intellectual property, and human rights advocacy. I combine contract management, risk mitigation, and document review with a strong ethical focus and a clear commitment to data security.

In my current role as an Intellectual Property Strategy & Protection Advisor, I develop and execute comprehensive IP strategies aligned with business objectives—improving the identification of patentable assets by an average of 30% in the first year. I manage the full IP lifecycle, from prior art searches to patent/trademark prosecution, while reducing filing costs by 15–20% through efficient, well-structured processes.

I draft and negotiate IP agreements (licenses, NDAs, and joint development) and implement vigilance programs that help protect brand value—successfully contesting opposing trademark applications. I also advise early-stage companies on data privacy (GDPR/CCPA), regulatory compliance, and corporate governance, ensuring legal decisions support responsible growth.

Previously, as a Paralegal at HSBC, I supported Legal Counsel teams with research, document review, and drafting across contract review, NDAs, licensing, and compliance, while designing a digital filing system that reduced document retrieval time by 30%. Across my career—including legal operations and human-rights research work—I build scalable playbooks, strengthen client communication, and mentor teams to drive operational efficiency and client satisfaction.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Intellectual Property Advisor

Current

Bonart Technology and Solutions Limited

Apr 2024 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Developed and executed IP strategies aligned with business objectives, increasing identified patentable assets by an average of 30% in the first year. Managed end-to-end IP lifecycle activities and reduced filing costs by 15–20%, while contesting 3 opposing trademark applications.

Trademark Vigilance

Paralegal

HSBC

Oct 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 2 months)

Supported legal counsel teams with legal research, document review, and drafting for contract review, NDAs, licensing, and compliance. Designed and implemented a digital filing system that reduced document retrieval time by 30% and improved client satisfaction by 20%.

Legal Research Document Review Contract Review NDA Licensing Support Digital Filing Systems

Research Group Intern

Business, Human Rights, and the Environment Research Group

Feb 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year 8 months)

Organized events on social and environmental issues, increasing engagement by 40%. Conducted policy analysis and contributed to research on sustainable development, corporate accountability, and human rights compliance challenges.

Event Coordination Policy Analysis Research Support Sustainable Development Research Stakeholder Engagement

Marketing Team Leader

Jornal da Verdade

Sep 2010 - Jun 2012 (1 year 9 months)

Led data-driven marketing campaigns to enhance brand visibility and customer satisfaction. Managed product development budgets and a team of 5 professionals.

Marketing Campaigns Data Driven Marketing Brand Management Customer Satisfaction Budget Management Team Leadership Product Development

Real Estate Agent

Lopes Royal

Jan 2008 - Dec 2009 (1 year 11 months)

Delivered personalized client service, driving a 19% increase in property sales. Negotiated contracts and managed client relationships to support successful transactions.

Customer Service Property Sales Contract Negotiation Client Relationship Management Transaction Support

Legal Operations

Abrantes Advogados Associados

Sep 2000 - Dec 2006 (6 years 3 months)

Managed legal administrative operations including communications, paperwork, deadline tracking, and scheduling. Liaised with clients and partners and drafted and proofread legal documents to support legal teams.

Legal Administration Scheduling Legal Drafting Communication

Technical Leader

GTS - Grupo de Tecnologia e Soluções

Mar 2004 - Aug 2006 (2 years 5 months)

Oversaw data integrity and system availability, improving operational efficiency and security protocols. Trained teams on new technologies to enhance workflow productivity.

Data Integrity System Availability Security Protocols Operational Efficiency Technology Enablement