Consultant, Intellectual Property
LL.B. (Hon.), LL.M.
Year of Admission: 2021 (Hong Kong SAR)
James specializes in Intellectual Property (IP) law, focusing particularly on brand management and protection. James regularly manages local and global trade mark portfolios as well as related advisory matters, such as brand clearance, portfolio creation, and gap filing strategies. He also runs enforcement and brand protection programs, which typically involve Registry proceedings, Customs actions, marketplace enforcement, and domain name disputes, etc.. Alongside brand protection, James is also involved in advising brand owners on advertising and promotional contents to ensure they comply with local laws and regulations. Prior to joining our firm, James worked at both a global IP consultancy and an international law firm, which gave him unique insight into developing client-friendly and cost-efficient ways of working.
James has worked with many leading companies and brands including:-
• Assisting a leading American technology company with prosecuting and maintaining their Hong Kong and Macau trade mark applications and registrations.
• Manager of various trade mark portfolios including worldwide portfolios of a Chinese Internet technology company and regional portfolios of a multinational bank and an online platform for lodging and tourism activities.
• Devising portfolio creation and expansion strategies for local and international clients, including various app startups based in Hong Kong and a registered non-profit global health organization.
• Handling Customs seizures and recordals for leading fashion brands and pharmaceutical companies.
• Reviewing and advising on software assignments, licenses and employment agreements for a multinational logistics company based in the UAE.
• Reviewing promotional contents and contest mechanics for a leading confectionery company and an American multinational computer software company.