The Legal 500 > Asia Pacific > Malaysia > Intellectual property

‘The firm was chosen because it offers excellent service, prompt replies and competitive fees and has capabilities across the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious intellectual property matters‘.

‘My main contact in the firm is Mr. Sri Sarguna Raj, who heads the Intellectual Property Practice Group, in the firm. He is very hands on and dedicated with the matters that we have entrusted the firm with. In relation to trademark advice, filing strategies and office actions issued by the relevant trademark office, he also provides brilliant and cost-effective solutions to the issues at hand‘.

‘The IP team that we work with at Shearn Delamore & Co are very co-operative, knowledgeable, professional and accessible. Irrespective who we work with, the level of service is excellent and consistent. They are a very reliable and proactive team‘.

‘Shearn Delamore & Co has long been recognized as one of the best- if not the best – IP firms in Malaysia. Amongst their clients are international and Malaysian leaders covering all sectors. For patents, copyright and trademarks, you will not find a firm with the level of competence and sophistication to manage local work, but also complex multi-jurisdictional enforcement projects‘.

‘Strong IP knowledge, particularly with patents, and awareness of life sciences field‘.

‘Karen Abraham is the safe hands that leads this team, and she sets the bar extremely high for her team’s performance, in delivering world-class service and advice. She is world-class and an elite amongst IP practitioners‘.

‘Indran Shanmuganathan is an experienced lawyer with good tactical knowledge and intimate awareness of legal complexities‘.

‘Mr Indran Shanmuganathan – A well experienced IP lawyer who is accessible, honest with his legal opinions, professional and easy to work with. He is prompt with his advise and always on top of all matters. Ms Jyeshta Mahendran – Another well experienced lawyer who we work with on all IP applications and renewals. She is very prompt in her responses, accessible, professional and her legal opinion is reliable‘.

‘The IP team at Gan Partnership does more than traditional sector work. We value their expertise and in-depth understanding of the industry and the unique regulatory regime that governs it‘.

‘The IP team at Gan Partnership, led by Bahari and Jian, is undoubtedly very skilled. Besides being a dynamic team, you can always rely on them for on-point legal advice, be it for filing for protection to more contentious matters such as domain name infringement. They are quick to respond and are always on-point and appropriate. Happy to say that where IP matters are concerned, Bahari and his team are definitely the ones you should turn to‘.

‘Gan Partnership’s strength lies in its close relationship with clients. They often find ways to solve problems and look for ways to address their clients’ concerns and needs‘.

‘Responsive, knowledgeable, and excellent value‘.

‘Bahari definitely stands out as the go-to IP lawyer. Over the years, Bahari has played a crucial role in assisting our organisation in all IP related matters. His depths of legal acumen, industry experience and gentle demeanour adds to our confidence that our interests and concerns are well-taken care of and thought of. I would not hesitate to recommend Bahari any time!‘

‘Bahari and Jian are exceptional in their responsiveness – they are always supportive and always willing to exert significant effort to help even in extremely urgent requests. They are very thorough in their research and thoughtful in their analysis, and they can balance the same with practical and pragmatic advice on risk mitigation‘.

‘Bahari and Jian are our go-to experts for IP work in Malaysia. Approachable, responsive and provide cost-effective solutions‘

‘LHAG’s IP team are proactive, clear and to the point in their advice‘.

‘The team is resourceful and always trying to comply with our needs and queries. Easy to work with, very professional and clear communicators. They are knowledgeable and also give practical and applicable solutions‘.

‘Eunice Chan is readily available: always willing to help, listen, digest and think from the perspective of her clients‘.

‘Partners are easily contactable even beyond normal working hours in urgent business needs, particularly Eunice Chan Wei Lyn. The Associates are very helpful and provide a fast response, in particular Chew Yi Hsien‘.

‘The whole IP team are always available whenever we need them especially the partner, Ms Eunice Chan Wei Lynn and Ms Chew Yi Hsien. The stand out quality in this firm is their quick response and the ability to reach them. They are accessible anywhere and everywhere. Its not just the junior associate but the partners are also around to guide us whenever needed‘.

‘We appreciate the prompt responses we receive from the team‘.

‘Partner Yvonne Wong is outstanding. She is prompt and gives solutions to client issues. We are very happy with her services. Mr. Chew Keat is also very helpful and supportive‘.

‘The team helmed by Michael Soo is very well respected‘.

‘Michaal Soo stands out for his in-depth knowledge of IP and his experience in the sector is unmatched‘.

‘The Firm has deep knowledge and experience on IP disputes. Have a very capable team to deal with major and complex matters in the high courts in Malaysia. Good communication skills with client in explaining complex mechanics of IP issues. Good negotiating skills with opposing team. Very impressive advocacy at trials‘.

‘They have a well-run team. Developments are reported promptly and queries are also dealt with comprehensively‘.

‘Tay & Partners has extensive background and knowledge in the field of counterfeiting, anti-counterfeiting efforts, and trademark prosecution in Malaysia and elsewhere. The information they provide is always prompt, very clear, and thorough‘.

‘Provides good advice relevant to the jurisdiction‘.

‘Competent, timely and consistent‘.

‘Lee Lin Li is the reason we send work to the firm. She is very knowledgeable, across a broad range of topics, but we have particular trust in her for her expertise in trade mark law and practice. She has moulded the IP team to work in what we see as an efficient manner‘.

‘Lin Lee responds quickly and thoroughly to all inquiries and she is very thoughtful and creative in providing options that best suit our company’s needs. Lin and her team have been critical in the development of our company’s anti-counterfeiting strategy in Malaysia‘.

‘Lin and the team are highly responsive, commercial and cost sensitive and make for excellent advisors in Malaysia, always but particularly in the current uncertain times‘.