Shook Lin & Bok

Intellectual Property, Information Technology and Licensing

Joseph Yu Shi Yang joined Shook Lin & Bok as a pupil in 2018 and was admitted to the Malaysian Bar in the same year. Since the end of 2018, he has been practising as an advocate and solicitor with the firm and was elevated to the position of partner on 1 January 2025.

Joseph has developed expertise in intellectual property law and information technology, advising clients across jurisdictions including Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, China, Hong Kong, Thailand, and Vietnam. He is adept at managing intellectual property portfolios and addressing complex legal challenges for both local and international clients.

His practice includes providing advice on trademark matters, conducting corporate intellectual property due diligence, and drafting and reviewing licensing, distribution, assignment, and franchise agreements. Joseph is also experienced in cross-border transactions, ensuring efficient and practical solutions for multi-jurisdictional legal issues.

In the area of IP litigation, Joseph regularly appears before all tiers of the Malaysian courts. These would include the High Court, Court of Appeal and Federal Court. He is committed to safeguarding his clients’ interests and has been recognised for his meticulous approach to contentious matters. His contributions have been acknowledged by The Legal 500 Asia Pacific, where he was ranked a Rising Star Lawyer from 2023 to 2025 and a Next Generation Partner in 2026.

English, Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin, Hokkien

Joseph is a member of the International Trademark Association (INTA), Asian Patent Attorneys Association (APAA), and the Honorary Secretary of the Malaysian Intellectual Property Association (MIPA). He is also a franchise consultant registered with the Malaysian Ministry of Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development and a registered trademark agent. He currently serves on the Malaysian Design Committee of APAA.