Intellectual Property (International Firms) - China
What the team is known for
Jones Day is a full-service IP group with notable expertise in cross-border patent litigation, including cases involving criminal prosecutions and damages claims. The team also handles trade secrets litigation and technology licensing matters, as well as IP portfolio management. It is particularly experienced in work for technology and life sciences companies and is a popular choice among both US and China-headquartered and clients. The firm also has an IP agency in Beijing to offer additional consulting services to PRC clients. Its client roster includes Tineco Intelligent Technology, Moody's Corporation and the Wikimedia Foundation.
Strengths
"The team can handle complex matters, diving into the technical details, but also providing an overall strategic picture and direction."
"The team has always been responsive and we are very satisfied with the service provided."
Work highlights
Jones Day represented Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology in a series of patent infringement lawsuits in the US.
Notable practitioners
Tony Chen is a highly respected practitioner with considerable experience representing major clients in protection, enforcement and litigation matters concerning their IP rights. His practice encompasses invalidation and infringement proceedings, in addition to licensing matters and trade secrets litigation. "Tony brings extensive experience on IP matters in life sciences. Not only is he very knowledgeable, but he is also well connected in the industry and can bring practical insights to the discussion." "Tony understands our perspective very well. He is knowledgeable about Chinese pharmaceutical companies and the new regulations in China."
Huang Haifeng is well recognised for his expertise in a broad range of IP matters, covering patent and trade mark disputes as well as technology licensing issues. His clientele includes high-profile companies from the semiconductor, TMT and life sciences sectors. "Haifeng and his team have always been attentive and responsive to our requests. He and his team work very closely with us, prioritising our needs and having broad knowledge in various aspects beyond traditional IP matters." "Huang Haifeng is really the star of the show. He is always awesome and a really great guy."
