Ferrante Intellectual Property excels in advising major international brands in the luxury fashion and cosmetics, biotechnology, and the food and beverage industries on trade mark, patent and copyright issues. The 'exceptionally knowledgeable' team is particularly noted for its expertise in anti-counterfeiting cases, which are led by Felice Meli from Shanghai. Founder and practice head Michele Ferrante is based in Hong Kong and advises on trade mark cases alongside the team in Beijing and Shanghai. Mandy Chen spearheads the litigation team from Beijing and is well-versed in assisting brands with registering and enforcing their IP rights.
Testimonials
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‘Through Ferrante’s expertise and knowledge of how trade mark cases are handled, we were able to get our trade marks back. Their network of investigators for any case is outstanding and also their communication and detailing their plan of action is something truly special. Ferrante without a doubt is one if not the best firm I have ever worked with because they are exceptionally knowledgeable, honest and always hard at work with their clients.'
‘I have had the pleasure to work with Michele Ferrante , Felice Meli, Iris Wang and Mandy Chen. Each individual has their unique knowledge and skills regarding the market. Michele, Felice and Iris have helped me significantly in overcoming counterfeit issues and trade mark theft, while Mandy has helped with the legal framework documentation with our suppliers.'
‘Proactive, responsive, practical advice based on clients' business perspective.’
‘Michelle Ferrante and Felice Meli are competent, diligent and provide quick and thorough advice.’
‘The team is extremely skilled and communicates very well. Ferrante is quick to understand and manage the legal and technical matters from a patent law point of view (as well other fields of IP).’
‘Mandy Chen is legally very sound, to the point and can convey legal issues with ease. Michele Ferrante is very experienced and can bring both worlds together in the right context. He also is championing his own team, which is always a plus for us as a client. ’
Key clients
- Prada
- Consitex
- Ferrero-Soremartec
- Foscarini
- Meridiani
Work highlights
- Advised Foscarini on registering a trade mark in class 11 before Beijing IP Court.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Michele Ferrante, Felice Meli, Mandy Chen