Paola Zaragoza Cardenales

Personal Introduction

**Paola Zaragoza Cardenales, S.J.D.** Paola Zaragoza Cardenales is an intellectual property attorney and legal educator based in Puerto Rico. As the founder of Zaragoza Cardenales LLC, she represents entrepreneurs and creative professionals in matters involving trademarks, copyrights, business formation, and contract law, with particular expertise navigating Puerto Rico's unique dual trademark system that encompasses both federal USPTO registration and local Commonwealth registration. Dr. Zaragoza Cardenales serves as a Professor of Law at the University of Puerto Rico, where she teaches courses on AI & Law, bringing together her passion for technology, intellectual property, and legal innovation. She holds a Doctor of Juridical Science (S.J.D.) from Indiana University Maurer School of Law and an LL.M. in Intellectual Property Law from UC Berkeley School of Law. Her international experience includes work with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the United States Congress. Since 2008, she has been creating educational content that makes complex legal concepts accessible to entrepreneurs and small business owners. Her work bridges law, technology, and entrepreneurship, with a focus on helping creative professionals protect their intellectual property in an increasingly digital landscape. Bilingual in Spanish and English, Dr. Zaragoza Cardenales is active in both academic and professional legal circles. She is committed to advancing conversations around AI ethics and intellectual property law, with plans for 48 speaking engagements in 2026. Through her practice and teaching, she continues to serve as a resource for Puerto Rico's entrepreneurial community navigating both local and federal legal frameworks.