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Firms To Watch: Intellectual property: Local firms

Managing and enforcing global IP portfolios, the team at JurisAsia LLC is led by Vivian Wei Cheng, whose advisory offering encapsulates patents within the life science industry.
Led by Jevon Louis, the team at Shook Lin & Bok LLP stands out for its expertise in IP litigation, with its caseload encompassing trademark, patent and copyright infringement proceedings.

Intellectual property: Local firms in Singapore

Allen & Gledhill LLP

Sporting a ‘remarkable breadth of legal expertise’ alongside a ‘comprehensive range of services’, the team at Allen & Gledhill LLP has developed a market reputation for advising government-linked companies, multinational corporations, and research institutes on an array of IP matters across a diverse range of industries, notably, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and entertainment. The firm’s offering encompasses both contentious and non-contentious matters, as well as transactional work, spanning protection, management, and exploitation, reviewing and drafting commercial agreements in addition to licensing and franchising. The practice is led by Stanley Lai, who specialises in IP litigation and holds a strong advisory practice in this area. Low Pei Lin is well-versed in IP protection, portfolio, and rights management, while William Ong has substantial experience in licensing disputes.

Practice head(s):

Stanley Lai


Other key lawyers:

William Ong; Low Pei Lin; Gloria Goh; Tham Kok Leong


Testimonials

‘Allen and Gledhill is a firm that has a remarkable breadth of legal expertise and provides a full comprehensive range of services under one roof. I have worked with the firm for intellectual property related matters and it helps immensely when the firm is able to so quickly assemble of team of suitable and highly qualified experts  to attend to our cases whenever urgent legal advice is required.’

‘Low Pei Lin stands out for her profound knowledge in IP law, as well as various IP prosecution regulations. She is a dedicated partner in the firm, who provides prompt, clear and proactive updates on all our patents and patent applications.’

‘Stanley Lai possesses strategic acumen in navigating complex contentious IP matters. He provides clear explanations of our legal positions, outlining the possible approaches to tackle the issues at hand and the potential outcomes, so that we can make well informed decisions.’

Work highlights


  • Representing Pfizer and BMS in patent linkage proceedings brought against Natco under the Health Products (Therapeutic Products) Regulations 2016 in the High Court of Singapore.
  • Representing Pfizer and Warner-Lambert in patent linkage proceedings brought against Natco under the Health Products (Therapeutic Products) Regulations 2016 in the High Court of Singapore.
  • Advising a participant in the automobile industry in relation to a claim of trademark infringement and passing off against the Client brought by Formula One Licensing B.V. and Formula One World Championship Limited.

Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow

With an ‘unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional results’, the team at Baker McKenzie Wong & Leow prides itself in possessing considerable industry knowledge, empowering it to provide clients with a full-service offering on both contentious and non-contentious matters across a variety of sectors, in particular, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, and TMT. The bulk of the team’s work ranges from portfolio management, rights and maintenance, and patents, covering the entire lifecycle of a patent from drafting to due diligence. Additionally, the team is well-versed in the enforcement of rights and litigation. An ‘icon in the legal industry’, Andy Leck spearheads the team with considerable expertise in all aspects of commercial and advisory work and has been appointed as an IP adjudicator by the IPOS. Ren Jun Lim acts in civil and criminal litigation across all types of infringement, while Sanil Khatri specialises in trademark, copyright, and design protection, leading a well-regarded advisory service in this regard.

Practice head(s):

Andy Leck


Other key lawyers:

Ren Jun Lim; Sanil Khatri; Abe Sun


Testimonials

‘Throughout my experience working with them, I have been consistently impressed by their professionalism, expertise, and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional results.’

‘Lim Ren Jun’s fast response and useful pointers on an urgent matter were much appreciated.’

‘The team is able to go beyond your usual IP matters (trademarks and patents), to advise on IP transactions (related to M&A). The practice is set up so as to allow for critical cross-border collaborations.’

‘Andy Leck is an icon in the legal industry.’

‘Lim Ren Jun is very efficient, prompt and sharp in every aspect. He is also known to have put clients’ interests at heart and readily available to advise them.’

‘What sets them apart from other firms is their use of technology (and system) for efficient case management and their commitment to diversity and collaboration, fostering innovation and a client-focused environment. I can trust that Lim Ren Jun and his team are deeply invested in our success, providing personalised, effective solutions with unmatched dedication.’

‘Lim Ren Jun stands out for his exceptional expertise in intellectual property law, coupled with his proactive and client-centric approach. What makes him different from competitors is his ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business strategies, ensuring my team and I not only receive robust legal protection but also gain a strategic advantage.’

‘Andy Leck is a true strategic partner that always advises at the highest level with his extensive knowledge and experiences. Andy is not only current at his areas of expertise but has unique insights into business. We rely on him very much in managing our risk profile.’

Bird & Bird ATMD LLP

Bird & Bird ATMD LLP‘s offering that covers the full spectrum of IP needs, including ownership restructuring, securitisation, and due diligence audits, across a variety of industries including automotive and aviation, life science and healthcare, and technology. The bulk of the practice’s work is spread across two teams – one handling transactions, managing trademark and patent-related transactional matters; and one handling contentious matters such as disputes and litigation. Leading the team is Lorraine Tay, who handles non-contentious matters and brand management. Anan Sivananthan has extensive experience in patent litigation, management, and monetisation, similarly, Oh Pin-Ping focuses on infringement litigation and patent revocation actions.

Practice head(s):

Lorraine Tay


Other key lawyers:

Audrey Lim; Anan Sivananthan; Oh Pin-Ping; Gene Kwek


Testimonials

‘Bird & Bird’s IP practice in Singapore is the number one practice in Singapore. They are simply phenomenal in keeping in-house counsel updated as to what has transpired and are always available for in-person meetings where requested.’

‘Lorraine Tay is exceptional. One trait I admire about Lorraine is her ability to simplify extremely complicated matters into something that can be quickly digested by internal counsel and or internal counsel to process and deliver the requisite instructions for further development. A pure joy to work with.’

Work highlights


Drew & Napier LLC

Drew & Napier LLC showcases a range of expertise across contentious and non-contentious IP matters, demonstrating proficiency in handling a project across the full life cycle, including conducting searches to advising on the eligibility of a mark to be registered to advising on the optimal monetisation strategy, drafting and filing a mark to be registered to the final point of potential litigation proceedings. Showcasing multi-jurisdictional capabilities, the team’s contentious work portfolio spans, passing off actions,  opposition proceedings, and actions for breach of distribution, licensing, and franchise agreements. Given the sizeable offering of the firm, the team is led by four partners – Tony Yeo with extensive experience in IP litigation and enforcement, Yvonne Tang who has a varied practice encompassing both contentious and non-contentious matters, notably, copyright infringement and passing off. Also sporting a varied practice, Lim Siau Wen handles contentious and non-contentious IP matters with a particular focus on portfolio management and regulatory advice, while Meryl Koh specialises in IP litigation.

Practice head(s):

Tony Yeo; Yvonne Tang; Lim Siau Wen; Meryl Koh


Other key lawyers:

Teo Xuan Lang; Javier Yeo


Testimonials

‘They are a very strong team for all aspects of IP.’

‘Tony Yeo stands out amongst the pack as he does not shy away from difficult patent litigation cases. Tony digs deep into the facts of the cases, searching for the diamond in the rough. He listens and understands his clients objective and builds a strategy to achieve the client’s goals.’

‘The advice is provided very quickly, and is detailed.’

‘They are very pleasant to deal with and always answer questions quickly. They also understand commercial realities and so provide advice which is easy to understand and which I can pass on directly to clients.’

‘Experts in IP, professional and attentive.’

‘Yvonne Tang and Lim Siau Wen always give us clear and practical recommendations and advice so that we can make a fast and right decision.’

‘Meryl Koh is very detailed, abundantly analytical and extremely skilled in strategising and execution. She also has a wealth of knowledge and is methodical and systematic in her approach.’

‘Tony Yeo is a strong litigator; knowledgeable, and approachable.’

Key clients

IIa Technologies Pte Ltd


Apple


Audi


Exxon Mobile Corporation


Facebook


Ferrari


Instagram


Lamborghini


Mediacorp


Mitsubishi


Dyson Technology Limited|Dyson Singapore Pte. Limited


Novartis


PepsiCo Group


Pfizer


Qualcomm


Sentosa Development Corporation


Shell International B.V.


Singapore Airlines


Target Brands, Inc


Toyota


Tupperware Brands


TWG Tea Company Pte Ltd


Riot Games Inc and Riot Games Services Pte Ltd


The Violet Oon Family (Celebrity Chef)


Work highlights


  • Represented IIa Technologies Pte Ltd, in a patent infringement suit.
  • Representing Dyson Technology Limited and Dyson Singapore Pte. Limited in a patent infringement matter for its Dyson Airwrap. Related litigation is ongoing in multiple jurisdictions in the US, UK, South Korea, France, Germany and Singapore involving patents.
  • Representing a Fortune 100 company in a high value patent infringement claim commenced by Salutica Allied Solutions Sdn Bhd involving Bluetooth technology.

Amica Law LLC

Amica Law LLC handles the full range of IP matters including prosecution, transactions, and enforcement, allowing them to assist a client across the whole lifecycle of a case. With particular specialisation in healthcare and life sciences, the team assists a diverse range of clients in this area in relation to patents and commercialisation. Leading the team is Jo-Ann See, who has vast experience in the development and protection of IP rights, acting for clients in a diverse range of industries including entertainment, cosmetics, and telecommunications. Jason Chan handles patent infringements, while Winnie Tham advises on IP protection for new brands, products, and inventions.

Practice head(s):

Jo-Ann See


Other key lawyers:

Anna Toh


Testimonials

‘Anna Toh provided great support to assist us to achieve the legal outcomes we needed for the project. She communicated well and provided both perspective from the target as well as us as the buyer providing a wholistic legal viewpoint.’

Key clients

Amazon.com, Inc.


Philip Morris International


Razer Asia-Pacific Pte. Ltd.


Singapore University of Technology and Design


Carousell Pte. Ltd.


ExxonMobil Corporation


Roadget Business Pte. Ltd.


SISTIC.com Pte Ltd


Sembcorp Marine


Vivo Diagnostics Pte Ltd


Work highlights


  • Acted for Crocs, Inc. in enforcing design and patent rights against infringers.
  • Represented YG Entertainment, Inc. in successfully resisting oppositions against trade mark applications for its newest K-pop group.
  • Advised a manufacturing conglomerate on a technology development and licensing transaction.

Dentons Rodyk

Noted for its handling of IP litigation, Dentons Rodyk handles both contentious and non-contentious matters, notably, acting in patent cases and opposition and revocation actions, as well as assisting a diverse range of clients, namely large multinationals, in acquiring, protecting, and exploiting their IPs. Additionally, the team offers advice on branding and rebranding as well as franchising and licensing to allow clients to commercialse their rights. Co-leading the team is Gilbert Leong, with extensive experience in litigation across copyright and patents, while Catherine Lee advises on the management and commercialisation of trademark portfolios. Ai Ming Lee is singled out for her capabilities in IP disputes.

Practice head(s):

Gilbert Leong; Catherine Lee


Other key lawyers:

Ai Ming Lee


Testimonials

Diligent and helpful in managing our IP portfolio; good subject knowledge and friendly and prompt team.’

‘Approachable and impressive speed of service.’

Key clients

Towa Corporation


SharkNinja Singapore Pte Ltd


Work highlights


  • Acting in a patent infringement suit and succeeded on both the claim for infringement and defence against the counterclaim for revocation.
  • Acting in a patent infringement dispute brought by Dyson against SharkNinja in the Singapore High Court.

Rajah & Tann Asia

Showcasing demonstrable experience across the food and beverages, technology, telecoms and media sectors, Rajah & Tann Asia houses a ‘strong IP practice with exceptional client service skills’, advising on a range of non-contentious IP matters, from brand protection and IP portfolio management to trademark and patent registrations, as well as transactional mandates. The team is also noted for its capability in handling trademark and copyright infringement cases. ‘Experienced and knowledgeableLau Kok Keng leads the practice and stands out for his prowess in IP litigation, notably in sports, media, and gaming sectors, while Sheng Rong Tng handles copyright and trademark infringement claims.

Practice head(s):

Lau Kok Keng


Other key lawyers:

Sheng Rong Tng


Testimonials

‘A very strong IP practice with exceptional client service skills.’

‘Lau Kok Keng is outstanding.’

‘They are very responsive and provide thorough advice.’

‘Lau Kok Keng is very experienced and knowledgeable in the IP space, and provides good advice for his clients.’

Work highlights


WongPartnership LLP

Providing ‘personalised and practical legal advice’ on a full range of IP matters, WongPartnership LLP specialises in transactional, enforcement, and advisory work that includes investment agreements, research and development collaborations, and due diligence. The firm prides itself on its well regarded domestic and international client base. Lam Chung Nian helms the team, handling both contentious and non-contentious matters across a multitude of industries including, media, information technology, and telecommunications. Kylie Peh is noted for her work in transactional, enforcement, and advisory work including franchising and due diligence.

Practice head(s):

Lam Chung Nian


Other key lawyers:

Kylie Peh


Testimonials

‘The team provides commercial and practical advice.’

‘Lam Chung Nian is very experienced and Kylie Peh provides practical advice.’

‘WongPartnership LLP’s team’s client-centric approach ensures personalised and practical legal advice. With a highly experienced team, successful IP litigation practice, and expertise in corporate IP and strategic IP management, WongPartnership stands out for its innovative edge, extensive regional network, and strong market leadership, making them a top choice in the IP legal market.’

‘Their combination of technical proficiency, industry-specific knowledge, and dedication to innovation sets them apart from competitors. Special mention to Lam Chung Nian and Kylie Peh and their team members for their depth of expertise which ensures that clients receive precise and effective counsel.’

‘The IP team is excellent.’

‘Lam Chung Nian is an excellent lawyer in his field and in this area of practice. He is the best. Proactive, brilliant and humble, provides value and able to solve complex issues in speed and good value.’

‘WongPartnership LLP is one of the most established and leading IP law firms in Singapore, having decades of experience in handling all kinds of complex IP matters, including contentious and non-contentious, transactional as well as prosecution. WongPartnership LLP has an outstanding team of lawyers, many of whom we have directly worked with over the years, and found their service to be nothing short of exceptional.’

‘Lam Chung Nian Lam and Kylie Peh are two exceptional lawyers in the intellectual property and we have had the utmost pleasure of working with both of them. Both have firmly established themselves as leading IP lawyers in Singapore, with years of experience representing the firm in some of the most complex and important IP cases.’

Key clients

The Football Association Premier League Limited


Singapore Airlines Limited


OCBC Bank


Fast Retailing Co Ltd


Singapore Exchange Limited


A Menarini Asia-Pacific


Kao Corporation


SMRT Corporation Ltd


DBS Bank


CapitaLand


ByteDance


Sport Singapore


Frasers Property Limited


KrisShop Pte. Ltd.


Singapore Telecommunications Limited


Starwood Asia Pacific Hotels & Resorts Pte Ltd


Intellectual Property Office of Singapore


Work highlights


  • Assisted The Football Association Premier League Limited in enforcing its copyright against retailers of illicit streaming devices in Singapore.
  • Advised SIA on multiple IP-related initiatives and projects.
  • Advised Thomson Medical Pte Ltd, a Singapore Exchange mainboard-listed client in relation to a variety of healthtech projects, with a particular focus on IP issues in connection therewith.

CMS Holborn Asia

The IP offering at CMS Holborn Asia is sector-focused, committing to assisting clients across the technology, life sciences, and media sectors, amongst others. The team provides a full range of services, from registration to managing complex asset transactions and enforcing rights domestically and internationally. At the helm of the team, Sheena Jacob specialises in trademark and patent prosecution, particularly in technology, media, and life sciences. Sherman Poon has been a key player in several contentious and non-contentious matters for the firm.

Practice head(s):

Sheena Jacob


Other key lawyers:

Sherman Poon


Testimonials

‘The CMS team in Singapore is excellent. They promptly respond to client inquiries and are a real pleasure to work with.’

‘Sheena Jacob is a superb attorney, always seeking to enhance her client’s interests. She responds promptly, and with business-focused advice.’

Key clients

Hegen


Teradyne Inc


Shark Ninja


Global Engineers Technology


BioNTech


Aim Biotech


Barilla


Motion Picture Licensing Company (International)


Teva Pharmaceutical Investments


Dentsu


EFG Bank


SITA


Bank of England


FremantleMedia Group Limited


Work highlights


  • Advised Motion Picture Licensing Corporation in relation to the new Copyright (Collective Management Organizations) Regulations 2023.
  • Advised Hegen, as their global IP counsel and strategic manager of their international patent, trade mark, copyright and design portfolios.
  • Advised Fremantle, on its acquisition of the Beach House Pictures group from Blue Ant Media.

Gateway Law Corporation

Gateway Law Corporation is known for its advisory services regarding the protection, enforcement, and commercialisation of IP rights. Notably, the firm has capabilities across trademarks, domain names, patents, and copyright, while also providing anti-counterfeiting solutions. Boasting a diverse range of clients, the team is often instructed by ranging government statutory boards and multinational corporations. Co-heading the team is Max Ng, with experience in litigation spanning various forms of IP, and Gregory Marimuthu, who specialises in protection and enforcement.

Practice head(s):

Max Ng; Gregory Marimuthu


Key clients

Challenger Technologies Limited


HMV Brand Pte. Ltd.


Xiaomi Inc.


Baidu Online Network Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd.


National University of Singapore


Formula One Management Limited


Work highlights


Ghows LLC

Ghows LLC specialises in patent disputes, and provides a wide offering on non-contentious matters, including brand creation and enhancement, drafting and reviewing agreements, and commercialisation of IP. The team is jointly led by Bryan Ghows, renowned for his handling of IP disputes across a vast array of industries, with Teresa O’Connor also proving formidable across litigation and arbitration. Also leading the team, Patsy Koh specialises in patents, trademarks and copyrights, while Wai Yeng Chan specialises in obtaining and enforcing IP rights.

Practice head(s):

Bryan Ghows; Teresa O’Connor; Patsy Koh


Other key lawyers:

Wai Yeng Chan


Testimonials

‘The Ghows LLC team are always fast to respond, thorough and give clear advice.’

‘Patsy Koh is fantastic. Her attention to detail is impressive, and she always gives practical legal advice.’

‘Ghows LLC shines as an industry leader in the area of tech, intellectual property and data protection.’

Key clients

Alibaba Group Holding Limited / Alibaba Singapore Holding Private Limited / Alibaba Cloud (Singapore) Private Limited


IICOMBINED Co., Ltd.


BMW Group


Sivantos Group


Menicon


Nippon Steel Corporation


BSH Hausgeräte GmbH


Mos Food Services, Inc.


Kyowa Kirin


Bitmain Technologies Pte Ltd


Vivo Mobile Communication Co., Ltd.


Sysmex Corporation


Singapore Casket Company (Private Limited)


Shing Lee Publishers Pte Ltd


EAC Holding Co Ltd


Back Corporation / Akira Back LLC


Maritha Mae Photography


Aqua Concepts Ltd


Advocado Pte Ltd


Epitex International Pte Ltd


Vox Hibernicis Ltd


Axiom IT Solutions Pte Ltd / Axiom Hub Pte Ltd


Ivanti Inc.


Micromass UK (Waters Corporation)


Sivantos


BSH Hausgeräte GmbH


Menicon


Nippon Steel


Thai Silk (Jim Thompson)


Work highlights


  • Acted for Alibaba Group Holding Limited / Alibaba Singapore HoldingPrivate Limited / Alibaba Cloud (Singapore) Private Limited, a multinational conglomerate in managing their trademark portfolio.
  • Acted for IICOMBINED Co., Ltd., the owner of “GENTLE MONSTER” luxury eyewear, in successfully opposing trademark registrations against corporations who intend to market and sell copycat products in Singapore.
  • Acted for Vivo Mobile Communication Co., Ltd., a multinational telecommunications company, in successfully opposing several trademarks in the name of a well-known telecommunications company.

Joyce A. Tan & Partners LLC

Joyce A. Tan & Partners LLC has expertise in corporate, commercial, and dispute resolution IP matters. The practice operates within the international sphere, instructed on cross-border work by government bodies, prominent multinational companies, and national corporations. Jointly leading the practice, Joyce A. Tan is renowned for her work in trademarks and patents, and the management of sizeable IP portfolios, with Jeffrey Lim, who is also adept at handling IP asset portfolios, while Daniel Lim is regarded for his handling of contentious proceedings.

Practice head(s):

Joyce A. Tan; Jeffrey Lim; Daniel Lim


Testimonials

‘Daniel Lim’s ability to grasp the issues quickly and effectively in a complex litigation matter concerning intellectual property was impressive.’

‘Jeffrey Lim is knowledgeable and skilled in the IP field.’

Key clients

ASMPT Singapore Pte Ltd f.k.a. ASM Technology Singapore Pte Ltd


Singapore Health Services Pte Ltd


Network for Electronic Transfers (Singapore) Pte Ltd


Pharma Health Care Pte Ltd


PT Combiphar


Rakuten Group Inc


Singapore Academy of Law


Singapore Mediation Centre


Deep Identity Pte Ltd


Work highlights


  • Assisted Sembcorp Industries Ltd with portfolio management.
  • Assisted Kajima Development Pte Ltd with filing and prosecuting trademarks.
  • Assisted Pearson PLC as trademark counsel.

Ravindran Associates

Specialising in contentious matters, Ravindran Associates leads an active dispute resolution practice, with work highlights spanning litigation, oppositions and breach of confidence across a diverse range of industries. The team also handles IP management strategies, monetisation, and audits. Leading the practice, M. Ravindran has experience appearing before the courts in a variety of matters albeit for injunctions or on points of law. Paul Teo is particularly notable for his handling of civil and criminal enforcement actions.

Practice head(s):

M. Ravindran


Other key lawyers:

Paul Teo


Key clients

Louis Vuitton Malletier


Guccio Gucci SPA


Burberry Limited


Amadeus SAS


Australian Grape and Wine Incorporated


Fonterra Brands (Singapore) Pte. Ltd


Grabtaxi Holdings Pte Ltd


Genentech Inc.


Biogen Inc.


Hoffman – La Roche AG


Ferrero S.p.A.


AMC Asia (SG) Pte Ltd


Hasbro SA


Secretlab SG Pte. Ltd


Singapore Exchange Limited


Luxottica Group S.p.A.


Work highlights


  • Acted for Australian Grape and Wine Incorporated, who is the representative body for wine grape growers and winemakers in Australia, opposing an application by an Italian consortium to register “Prosecco” as a geographical indication.
  • Acted for the applicant, Green Radar (Singapore) Pte Ltd. against Google LLC who filed the opposition on the basis that our client’s “grMail” mark was similar to Google’s “GMAIL” mark for similar services, leading to a likelihood of confusion.

RHTLaw Asia LLP

The IP offering at RHTLaw Asia LLP assists clients with a variety of legal and regulatory needs across the food and beverage, computer and video games, retail, telecommunications, healthcare, and advertising sectors. Leading the practice, Rizwi Wun is well regarded on the legal and regulatory aspects of technology-related matters, particularly concerning data protection. Lester Lin focuses on the strategic protection and commercialisation of IP rights, heavily featuring in cross-border transactions and disputes.

Practice head(s):

Rizwi Wun


Other key lawyers:

Lester Lim


Testimonials

‘The team is thorough and explained the legal matters in a clear manner to the client. They assess the case on the best interest of the client and advise the appropriate legal strategy to go forward.’

‘Rizwi Wun was very helpful and accessible throughout our case with RHTLaw.’

‘The firm gives us lots of professional and personal attention.’

Key clients

Jaguar Land Rover Singapore Pte. Ltd.


Monster Energy


Shanghai Hypergryph Network Technology Co. Ltd.


Motel One GmbH


ABB Schweiz AG and ABB Ltd


The Esplanade Co Ltd


ST Engineering Land Systems Limited


Gushcloud International Pte Ltd


Nera Telecommunications Ltd


Zhao Wei Films Pte Ltd


Etcetera Design & Communications Pte Ltd


PVP Labs Pte Ltd


Pu Tien Holdings Pte Ltd


BeLive Technology Pte Ltd


Takashimaya Singapore Ltd


Digifinex Limited


Work highlights


  • Represented ABB Schweiz AG and ABB Ltd in successfully opposing Singapore trademark applications involving marks confusingly similar to a product brand.
  • Advising Shanghai Hypergryph Network Technology Co. Ltd. on trademark matters, including managing their trade mark portfolio in Singapore and prosecuting trade mark applications for gaming products, studios and events associated with their Arknightsvideo game.
  • Representing Zhao Wei Films Pte Ltd as production counsel in respect of the IP and legal aspects of their international film productions.

Robinson LLC

Providing a full range of IP services, the team at Robinson LLC supports clients in matters ranging from non-contentious issues relating to registration and transactions to enforcement, anti-counterfeiting, and contentious matters across various forms of IP. Regularly instructed by multinational companies and established brands, the team’s capabilities span across national and foreign players within industries such as technology, luxury goods, and pharmaceuticals. Cyril Chua leads the team, with a prominent advisory offering, while also working with counsel on enforcement matters.

Practice head(s):

Cyril Chua


Testimonials

‘They are quick and effective in their IP enforcement actions. They are able to collaborate seamlessly with various stakeholders to execute IP strategies.’

‘They are professional yet very amiable which makes working with them very enjoyable.’

‘Good knowledge and prompt responses. Practical approach to problems.’

Key clients

Hewlett-Packard (HP)


Canon Kabushiki Kaisha (Canon)


Brother Industries (Brother)


CHANEL


Kering Group


Aktiebolaget SKF


BMW


Sanofi


MyRepublic Broadband Pte Ltd


BTL Industries


Koninklijke Philips N.V.


Work highlights


  • Acted for Chanel in anti-counterfeiting and trademark enforcement matters in the Asia-Pacific region, including cease-and-desist letter campaigns, raids for counterfeit goods with enforcement authorities, and private criminal prosecutions of trade mark offences.
  • Advised Hewlett-Packard in anti-counterfeiting investigations and trademark enforcement matters in the Asia-Pacific region for printing consumables.
  • Acted for MyRepublic Broadband Pte Ltd in site-blocking applications in respect of illicit online streaming of copyrighted content.

Withers KhattarWong LLP

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.

Practice head(s):

Jonathan Kok


Testimonials

‘The IP team at Withers KhattarWong are responsive and great to work with ’

‘Jonathan Kok is an experienced IP partner and is very commercial in his approach.’

‘Stable personnel configuration and professional technical expertise.’

‘The team is very professional and responsible.’

‘We recommend Withers KhattarWong (Withers) for their reliability and consistency in delivering quality trademark services.’

‘Withers KhattarWong is very efficient in IP prosecution work. Their replies are concise and to the point.’

‘Jonathan Kok and his team are always very client oriented. They are very responsive to queries.’

Key clients

Wipro Unza Group


National Gallery Singapore


Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.


Honor Device Co., Ltd


Lintec & Linnhoff Holdings Pte. Ltd.


LG Electronics


Work highlights


  • Assisted with the management of the worldwide trade mark portfolio of the Wipro Unza Group.
  • Advised the National Gallery Singapore on copyright issues
  • Acted for Huawei Technologies and Honor Device to conduct trademark clearance searches.