Praised for its 'extensive knowledge on IP matters', the team at Tay & Partners is led by Lee Lin Li, who is recognised for her skill in implementing anti-counterfeiting and anti-piracy strategies. The team is frequently engaged by domestic and international conglomerates, statutory bodies, and multinational corporations to act on various IP matters including the prosecution and registration of patents and trademarks. Elsewhere, the department handles IP litigation relating to passing-off and unfair competition, licensing disputes, and confidential information. NG Kim Poh is a valuable member of the group and specialises in various contentious and non-contentious matters including domain name disputes and industrial design rights.
Testimonials
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- 'NG Kim Poh is a trusted adviser who is hands-on and deeply involved in the matter at hand. His prompt response for urgent matters and detailed reports gives us great comfort.'
- 'The team responds swiftly, is experienced, and knowledgeable.'
- 'The IP team has extensive knowledge on IP matters, particularly on contentious trademark disputes. They provide not only professional legal advice, but also advice which is practical and feasible to our business operations.'
- 'Lee Lin Li and Lim Jing Xian are dedicated.'
- 'Responsive, knowledgeable, experienced and practical.'
- 'The firm is highly experienced and provides pragmatic advice.'
- 'Lee Lin Li and Lim Jing Xian are both highly responsive.'
Key clients
- Shangri-La International Hotel Management Limited
- HongKong Land Limited
- Accor Group
- Wolfgang Puck Fine Dining Group, LLC
- Asahi Holdings Southeast Asia Sdn Bhd
- Kean Beng Lee Industries (M) Sdn Bhd
- TCRS Restaurants Sdn Bhd (trading as The Chicken Rice Shop)
- iNova Pharmaceuticals
- Mitsubishi Jidosha Kogyo Kabushiki Kaisha
- Mothercare Global Brand Limited
Work highlights
- Representing Kingtime International in its suit against Petronas Carigali for patent infringement.
- Advising Wolfgang Puck on different business strategies for its Spago by Wolfgang Puck restaurant operations and assisting the client with its trademark portfolio in Malaysia.
- Handling the IP portfolio of the Pernod Ricard Group in Malaysia.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Lee Lin Li