Kristine Capase Jastrzembska
Since 2007, practicing intellectual property law has been more than a profession—it has been my calling. I have worked across both public and private sectors, including as a patent examiner at the Latvian Patent Office, an IP specialist in the pharmaceutical industry, and an IP manager at a leading research institution.
To further deepen my expertise, I completed an internship at the European Patent Office (EPO) and received several prestigious scholarships from organizations such as the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and LifeArc-AUTM. These experiences allowed me to focus on the protection and commercialization of intellectual property, where raw ideas, like uncut diamonds, are carefully shaped into valuable, strategic assets.
I have also served as an independent expert in international IP disputes and supported startups in Switzerland and Belgium in developing and managing their IP portfolios. These diverse experiences have given me a well-rounded understanding of both the legal and commercial dimensions of intellectual property and expanded my global professional network.
What inspires me most is contributing to the process of turning innovation into impact, where ideas are protected, refined, and given the chance to shine.
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Caetan
CAETAN is a premier legal firm specializing in intellectual property (IP) protection, IP rights and commercialization. With over 15 years of experience, we are committed to safeguarding and maximizing the value of your assets, providing strategic legal counsel tailored to your business goals. Just as diamonds require careful cutting and protection to reveal their brilliance, your ideas deserve the same level of care and expertise.
At CAETAN, we combine strategy, innovation, and expertise to elevate your ideas to excellence, offering a solid foundation in resolving complex IP disputes and practical support for startups and entrepreneurs looking to commercialize their innovations. Protect your diamonds with us, and watch them shine brighter than ever.
Legal Services
At CAETAN, we offer comprehensive legal services tailored to your intellectual property needs. From patents and know-how to consulting on licensing, startup support, and commercial strategy, our team is committed to protecting and commercializing your IP assets effectively.
Patent Protection
Trademark Protection
Industrial Design Protection
Know-How Management
Commercialization
Licensing
Startup Support
Protect your Jewels - IP Glossary
Patent
A legal right that protects your invention - whether it’s a product, process, or tech breakthrough. It stops others from making, using, or selling it without your OK, usually for up to 20 years.
Trademark
Your brand’s signature - like a name, logo, or slogan. A trademark makes your business stand out and protects what makes you recognizable in the market.
Copyright
Covers creative work like code, content, music, or design. It gives you the right to control how your work is used, shared, or monetized automatically from the moment it's created.
Trade Secret
Know-how that gives you an edge - like a formula, algorithm, or strategy. It’s legally protected as long as you keep it confidential.
Industrial Design
The look and feel of a product - its shape, style, or surface features. If it's new and original, you can protect it so others can’t copy your product’s appearance.
Licensing
Letting others use your IP - such as your tech, brand, or design - under agreed terms, usually for royalties. A smart way to grow your business without giving up ownership.
Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
A contract that keeps shared information private. Use it when talking to investors, partners, or contractors to protect your ideas.
Freedom to Operate (FTO)
A check to make sure your product or process doesn’t accidentally infringe someone else’s patent rights. Crucial before launching in a new market.
IP Assignment
The legal transfer of IP rights - for example, when a founder assigns their invention to the company. Essential for clean ownership and future funding.
Priority Date
The official “timestamp” of your first patent filing. It gives you 12 months to expand internationally or refine your application, while keeping your original filing date as your legal starting point.
Why Choose Us?
Strategic IP Counsel
Tailored Legal Solutions
Maximizing IP Value
Commercialization Expertise
Trusted IP Advisors
Global IP Protection
Clients' Voices
Testimonials from our Clients
Rodions Zenevics, Industrial Designer & Co-founder, Knop Knop
We’ve been working with Kristine for over 10 years. From the start of our Knop Knop project, we recognized how vital intellectual property protection is to the foundation of our business.
Thanks to Kristine’s expertise, dedication, and hands-on support, we successfully navigated the patenting process in multiple jurisdictions.
What truly sets Kristine apart is her patience, attention to detail, and unwavering support—even during the most challenging moments.
Imants Kreicbergs, Co-Owner, SubXY
We began with a consultation on trademarks, and Kristine guided us through every step – from organizing the application to monitoring the entire registration process. With her support, everything went smoothly, and we are now proud owners of the SubXY trademark.
As a small business, protecting our intellectual property is crucial, especially when collaborating with larger companies where the risks are greater. Thanks to Kristine’s professionalism and expertise, we were confidently represented and able to structure our contracts in a way that safeguarded our rights. We truly value her support.
Robin Trigueira, Co-founder & CTO at CompPair Technologies Ltd
In the frame of an IP Scan I had the opportunity to collaborate with Kristine. It was a warm and professional exchange leading to a high quality report.
Magatte Sylla, President of Quitus SAS
Nous avons eu la chance de rencontrer une belle âme, voire une belle personne proactive, je voudrai nommer Kristine Capase Jastrzembska. Notre rencontre au 50e salon des inventions de Genève en tant qu'inventeur exposant du Sénégal, elle a très professionnelle avec une vision impressionnante.
Le monde a besoin de cette ouverture qui dépasse nos frontières, pour une meilleure valorisation de notre propriété intellectuelle.
Team
Cyrus Gunalan Veloo
IP Strategy • IP Finance • Innovation - Driven Deal Architecture Leadership
With over a decade of experience at the intersection of intellectual property, finance, and innovation policy, he advises organizations, governments, and companies on how to unlock value from IP assets to drive growth and investment. His focus is on IP finance - transforming intangible assets into strategic levers by structuring IP - backed financing, developing royalty models, and supporting innovation frameworks that connect ideas with capital.
He has contributed to global initiatives with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), advancing IP financing frameworks and providing policy and technical support, and has represented IP finance perspectives at international forums including UNCTAD. Earlier in his career, he worked with national IP offices and academia, bridging regulatory, operational, and research perspectives.
His expertise spans IP - backed financing, innovation strategy, and policy advisory, and he works across sectors - from corporates and startups to financial institutions and public bodies - to bring together legal, financial, and innovation stakeholders. Holding credentials in intellectual property (GCIP) and executive management (EMBA), he combines strategic insight with practical execution.
He aims to position IP as a true capital asset class that organizations can understand, deploy, and scale - helping innovators and enterprises access capital, strengthen governance, and expand opportunities in the knowledge economy.
Mattias Karlsson
Global IP & Innovation Policy Advisory • Research-to-Impact Leadership
IP Finance & Deal Architecture Leadership
Mattias brings extensive experience in innovation management, intellectual property, and technology transfer, with a career dedicated to bridging public research and private enterprise. He places particular emphasis on advancing the translation of research into solutions with demonstrable benefit for industry and society.
He has held senior positions at international organizations and research institutions, including the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), where he developed capacity in innovation ecosystems and IP licensing, and the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre, where he served as Senior Programme Manager in the Intellectual Property and Technology Transfer Unit. At the Technical University of Denmark, he worked as Senior Business Developer and Chief Innovation Advisor, guiding research outcomes towards commercialization.
Beyond his institutional roles, Mattias has designed and led Proof-of-Concept programmes, managed complex IP portfolios, negotiated licensing agreements, and supported public-private R&D partnerships. He has also served as a board director for university spin-outs, giving him practical insight into the entrepreneurial journey from early idea to market entry. Mattias has acted as Independent Expert Evaluator for the European Commission since 2005.
Recognized as both a Registered Technology Transfer Professional (RTTP) and an authorized European Trademark and Design Attorney, Mattias combines IP expertise with innovation strategy. His fluency in English, Spanish, Swedish, and Danish supports his ability to engage with stakeholders across different cultural and professional contexts.
Thibaut Doyari
Trademark Leadership • Multi-Sector Expertise • Driving Innovation & Impact
Guided by a multicultural upbringing - rooted in the Central African Republic and shaped across Cape Verde, France, Germany, Switzerland, the UK, and Spain - Thibaut has developed a global outlook that informs both his professional expertise and his personal journey.
In 2024, he joined the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), specializing in international trademark protection through the Madrid System. His role focuses on assisting trademark holders and their representatives with the full spectrum of procedures, including international registrations, fee structures, subsequent designations, and post - registration maintenance, alongside in-depth knowledge of the Nice Classification and Vienna Classification systems.
Earlier in his career, Thibaut worked with international companies such as Bosch and Meta, and pursued entrepreneurial projects in hospitality and agriculture. Since 2021, he has also been developing Menetikodoro, an agricultural initiative in Central Africa, and advising on agricultural innovation within the G100 network.
What inspires him most is empowering innovation. Thibaut continues to expand his legal and technological expertise - including programming and corporate law - to help new ideas grow and thrive as protected, impactful assets.