Intellectual Property Guidelines
ADCO Law, together with its esteemed partner firms, introduces the Intellectual Property Law Comparative Guidelines to provide a clear and practical overview of IP regulations across select jurisdictions. These guidelines are crafted to help businesses, legal professionals, and innovators understand and navigate the diverse intellectual property landscapes around the world.Â
Covering key legal principles, enforcement strategies, and emerging challenges, these guidelines offer valuable insights for those seeking to protect their intellectual assets. By bridging the knowledge gap between regions, this resource supports informed decision-making and strengthens global IP protection efforts.Â
Dear Readers,
In today’s fast-moving global economy, Intellectual Property (IP) is more than just a legal term—it’s the heartbeat of innovation and a significant factor in staying ahead of the competition. It drives industries, sparks creativity, and stretches across borders. But the challenge is that every country has its own unique regulations which sometimes can feel like navigating a complex maze. Understanding these differences is not only helpful for companies and investors working across borders, it’s also critical. At ADCO Law, we see IP protection as more than just ticking a legal box; it’s about protecting your ideas, encouraging fair competition, and helping your business grow and succeed.Â
That’s why we’ve created this guide with our trusted partner firms. Our goal is to help you untangle the web of IP regulations in key countries in the regions. Consider this your starting point—a way to get oriented in what often feels like unfamiliar territory. But keep in mind that this guide is just the first step. To safeguard your intellectual property assets, you need to dive deeper and collaborate with experts who understand the ins and outs of each legal system.Â
We’re excited to share this resource with you and hope it proves valuable as you begin your journey. Many thanks to East IP, SKY LAW, CHP LAW LLC, and WE Intellectual Property Co., Ltd for their hard work and expertise. Their contributions have made this guide a practical and reliable resource for businesses navigating the ever-changing world of global IP.Â
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Jurisdictions:
The Authors:
Indonesia
Represented by:
Adolf M Panggabean
Partner, ADCO Law
adolf.panggabean@adcolaw.com
Andini Naulina Rahajeng
Associate, ADCO Law
andini.naulina@adcolaw.com
Mutia Ufara Rahmadani
Legal Writer, ADCO Law
mutia.ufara@adcolaw.com
Mainland China
Represented by:
Joe Simone
Partner Co-Chairman , East IP
joesimone@east-ip.com
Mia Chen
Senior Associate, East IP
miachen@east-ip.com
Catherine Yang
Paralegal, East IP
catherineyang@east-ip.com
Hong Kong
Represented by:
Helen Tang Â
Partner, East IP
helentang@east-ip.comÂ
Jeremy ChiuÂ
Partner, East IP
jeremychiu@east-ip.com
Philippines
Represented by:
Kurt Glen T. Yeung
Managing Partner, SKY LAW
kgyeung@skylaw.com.ph
Michael Marlowe G. Uy, FAIADR, MCIArbÂ
Partner, SKY LAW
mguy@skylaw.com.ph
Johnet Grace S. Lopez-Tablac
Junior Associate, SKY LAW
jltablac@skylaw.com.ph
Singapore
Represented by:
Dixon SohÂ
Director, Head of Intellectual Property and Intangible Assets Practice CHP LAW LLC
dixon@chp.law
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Thailand
Represented by:
Saowaluck Lamlert
Managing Partner, WE Intellectual Property Co., Ltd
Saowaluck.L@weintellectual.com
Tatchaporn Natprasertkul
Partner, WE Intellectual Property Co., Ltd
Tatchaporn.N@weintellectual.com
Kolanya Borisuth
Associate, WE Intellectual Property Co., Ltd
Kolanya.B@weintellectual.com
Disclaimer: The following article is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as legal advice by ADCO Law, East IP, SKY Law, CHP Law LLC, and WE Intellectual Property Co., Ltd. The viewpoints expressed herein do not represent the official legal stance of any of these firms. Consequently, the firms cannot be held accountable for any actions taken by individuals who use this article for purposes other than those for which it is intended.
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