Fernando Dutra

Fernando Dutra is a Florida Board-Certified Specialist in Intellectual Property Law and the co-founder of Wilson Dutra, PLLC, Innovation Law. Known for his focus on helping entrepreneurs protect their brands and innovations, Fernando brings energy, precision, and a client-first approach to trademark law and IP strategy. As managing attorney, he leads the firm’s strategic direction while ensuring efficient, thoughtful service for each client.

Fernando holds a Juris Doctor from Florida Coastal School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Connecticut. He is licensed to practice in Florida, New York, New Jersey, and Washington, D.C. His early legal work involved personal injury and bankruptcy litigation in upstate New York, but his passion for innovation and creative business ideas drew him into intellectual property law, where he found his niche in supporting early-stage entrepreneurs.

At Wilson Dutra, PLLC, Fernando focuses on trademark registration, brand protection, and strategic legal planning for startups and growing businesses. His comprehensive understanding of IP’s legal and operational sides makes him an invaluable partner to clients launching and scaling their ideas in competitive markets.

Fernando Dutra is known for his clear communication, practical legal guidance, and genuine commitment to his clients’ success. As a frequent speaker on intellectual property law for both professionals and startups, he regularly shares insights on how to protect and grow innovative ideas. By staying ahead of emerging IP and legal trends, he helps clients proactively safeguard their brands, technologies, and creative assets.

With a foundation in multiple practice areas and jurisdictions, Fernando remains a key figure in Florida’s IP law landscape, blending professional depth with the accessibility and enthusiasm entrepreneurs value most.

Law Office Affiliations

• Co-Founder, Wilson Dutra, PLLC
• Member, Florida Board-Certified in Intellectual Property Law
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, New York Bar Association
• Member, Florida Bar Association
• Member, American Intellectual Property Law Association
• Member, Community First Credit Union’s Community

Licensed State

• Florida
• New York
• New Jersey
• Washington, D.C

Education

• Florida Coastal School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Connecticut
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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