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Intellectual Property: Domestic

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The team at Withers KhattarWong LLP undertakes a wide spectrum of IP work spanning advice and transactions, portfolio management, and litigation. The firm’s offering encapsulates both non-contentious and contentious work, allowing it to support the full IP life cycle, covering various forms of IP. Leading the team, Jonathan Kok advises international media and tech companies on IP identification and protection, while also engaging in complex licensing and acquisition transactions across multiple jurisdictions.

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Intellectual Property: Domestic - Singapore

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Withers KhattarWong has an active IP legal team frequently advising on trade mark protection and opposition as well as patent prosecution and infringement matters in Singapore. The team is well placed to assist clients with IP enforcement, both in Singapore and abroad. The firm serves both domestic and international clients in a range of sectors including the food and beverage, technology and consumer goods industries.

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Work Highlights

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  • Withers KhattarWong advised Singapore-based accommodation manager Centurion Corporation on the protection of new brands and trade mark oppositions.

Strengths

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  • Withers KhattarWong provide very detailed analysis that covers all angles. Their answers are straight to the point and exactly what we needed for the next steps.

    Intellectual Property: Domestic respondentAsia-Pacific

  • The team has in-depth knowledge on the subject matter and provides swift and practical advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Jonathan Kok
    Jonathan Kok

    Jonathan Kok

    Jonathan Kok demonstrates significant expertise in managing global trade mark portfolios and advising on brand protection strategies. His proficiency in handling complex franchise and licensing arrangements, along with his strategic advisory role in diverse sectors, underscores his capability to support clients in protecting and expanding their brands internationally.

    • Jonathan is an industry expert with a wealth of knowledge, with a bonus in that he is also very friendly and approachable.

      Intellectual Property: Domestic respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Jonathan responds to every request with advice that is fast, concise and straight to the point, yet also sharp and detailed. There's minimal back and forth as he understands our commercial needs.

      Intellectual Property: Domestic respondentAsia-Pacific
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    Jonathan Kok

    Intellectual Property: Domestic: Non-contentious

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