Intellectual Property
Global Guide 2024 : Asia-Pacific Region
Band 1
Email address
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+852 2248 6000Chambers Review
Bird & Bird is a law firm with highly reputed IP specialists with strongholds in Mainland China, Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia, whilst also offering Japan expertise from its Singapore office. The firm offers an impressive IP skill set, being especially talented in brand management issues, including trade mark enforcement and exploitation. It has particular industry expertise in the technology, electronics and life sciences sectors. The team advises both government and multinationals on intellectual property law, and boasts an array of strategic partnerships with respected local firms in Malaysia, South Korea and Indonesia.
Matthew Laight is the head of the firm's regional IP practice. The key country contact for Australia is Jane Owen, while Lorraine Tay heads the Singapore practice. Alban Kang is based in Singapore and is also a contact for Japan.
Work Highlights
- Bird & Bird acted for Troy Laboratories in its acquisition of animal healthcare products with trade marks and patents, including well-known brands Avenge, Zapp Encore and Maggo.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Bird & Bird is always very clear in its explanations, not just saying what we can't do but being very constructive and imaginative in showing us a path to a solution."
"They provide thoughtful and thorough advice with a good business perspective."
"They have always delivered on budget and, if they feel the matter will exceed a fee estimate, there is ample notice provided and a new fee estimate agreed."
"Bird & Bird is always very clear in its explanations, not just saying what we can't do but being very constructive and imaginative in showing us a path to a solution."
"They provide thoughtful and thorough advice with a good business perspective."
"They have always delivered on budget and, if they feel the matter will exceed a fee estimate, there is ample notice provided and a new fee estimate agreed."