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Intellectual Property (International Firms)

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Intellectual Property (International Firms) - China

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

CMS boasts a highly skilled IP team with experience in advisory work across a wide range of IP matters, including patents, trade marks and portfolio management. The team is particularly known for its strength in patent advisory, prosecution and enforcement, and is sought after by global clients in the technology, life sciences, and healthcare and finance sectors. With dedicated teams in Beijing, Hong Kong and Shanghai, CMS offers comprehensive, hands-on support, including patent analysis and freedom-to-operate searches, working closely with its London-based patent attorneys to provide end-to-end services.

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Work Highlights

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  • CMS advised a Chinese mobile manufacturer on a Hong Kong trade mark matter connected with its recent change of manufacture and shipping operation strategy for Southeast Asia.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Jonathan Chu
    Jonathan Chu

    Jonathan Chu

    Jonathan Chu heads the CMS IP practice in Hong Kong. He has experience acting a range of IP litigation, prosecution and enforcement mandates, particularly in relation to trade mark and copyright issues. His client roster includes companies in the TMT, pharmaceutical and logistics sectors.

    • Jonathan is very good. He is very commercial, flexible, and can be reached at any time.

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    • Jonathan does great work. We can communicate with him effectively.

      Intellectual Property (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region
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