Get to know ARIANA
Ariana I. Vega Vargas first joined Ferraiuoli in the summer of 2022 through the firm’s Summer Associates Program, where she deepened her interest in Intellectual Property law. She continued honing her skills through the Semester Program until completing her J.D. in December 2024 and officially joined the firm as an Associate Attorney in April 2025. At Ferraiuoli, Ariana advises clients on matters involving trademark prosecution, copyright protection, licensing, and entertainment law. Her practice also includes interests in data privacy and contractual law, allowing her to approach legal challenges with a multidisciplinary lens rooted in creativity, technology, and innovation.
Prior to joining Ferraiuoli, Ariana gained valuable experience in copyright law while working in the publishing industry and engaged in legal efforts promoting public access to government information through the Inter American University’s legal clinic Acceso a la Información. She also provides pro bono legal assistance through the National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV), supporting survivors via the Women’s Law Hotline.
Drawing from a background that spans the humanities, international legal studies, and intellectual property, Ariana offers a well-rounded and insightful approach to her work with clients across creative and emerging industries.
WHY FERRAIUOLI?
Ferraiuoli’s commitment to innovation and its reputation as a leader in Intellectual Property and regulatory law made it a natural fit for Ariana’s interests. The firm’s collaborative culture and dynamic environment have allowed her to grow as a practitioner while working on cutting-edge legal issues that matter to clients and communities alike.
WHAT IS YOUR PRIMARY FOCUS?
Ariana is committed to helping clients navigate the evolving intersections of intellectual property, technology, and privacy. She focuses on ensuring businesses and creators understand their legal rights and obligations, from protecting original works to managing data and negotiating contracts in a rapidly changing regulatory landscape.
WHAT DO YOU FIND MOST REWARDING?
Ariana finds it most rewarding to support the legal infrastructure behind innovation. Whether advising on a licensing deal, drafting a data policy, or helping a creator secure their rights, she values being part of the process that empowers others to bring their visions to life.
- “La Naturaleza Relacional De Los Contratos En Plataformas Sociales: Análisis De Los Contratos De Adhesión Y La Aplicación De La Teoría De Los Contratos Relacionales En Puerto Rico.” (Pending Law Journal Citation).
Education
- Interamerican University of Puerto Rico, School of Law, J.D., cum laude, 2025
- University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras campus, Double B.A. in Creative Writing and Francophone Studies, with a Curricular Sequence in Medical Humanities, cum laude, 2019
- Master of Law in Judicial Culture, dual degree from Universitat de Girona, Universitat de Barcelona, and Universidad de Buenos Aires, 2024
Bar Admissions
- Commonwealth of Puerto Rico