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Linklaters

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Linklaters draws on its strong international network and corporate M&A expertise to advise on transactional IP issues in the technology, life sciences and consumer product industries. The firm also works closely with its joint association Zhao Sheng Law Firm on Chinese IP matters. Alex Roberts directs the group from Shanghai and excels in IP transactions and technology issues. In Singapore, co-lead Adrian Fisher assists with IP issues and Sher Hann Chua is well-versed in contentious and non-contentious IP matters.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The Linklaters China IP team has unique strengths in relation to the IP aspects of corporate transactions, especially complex global transactions. The team forms part of the multijurisdictional IP offering across the Asia Pacific of Linklaters and its network firms, and is able to work seamlessly with overseas firms. The team is young and agile, and is active in conferences and industry bodies in China and across the region. The team puts out insightful thought leadership publications in many topical areas, especially data and technology.’

  • ‘The team is led by Alex Roberts, who is UK-qualified but has deep experience in the Chinese market which is uniquely strong amongst international firms in China. Alex has a strong reputation in the technology sector in China. Sher Hann Chua is an important member of the team. Sher Hann has many years of experience in IP prosecution, enforcement and transactions throughout Asia.’

  • ‘Sher Hann Chua is our go-to lawyer for any legal issues that arise in the region. She is not only knowledgeable within the TMT space but is also commercially savvy and always goes out of her way to provide innovative solutions. ’

  • ‘The uniqueness of the Linklaters team lies in its people. The team comprises individuals with a commercial mindset who not only solve problems but also provide business-tailored solutions. As a multinational law firm, Linklaters collaborates seamlessly across jurisdictions, and their services are highly reliable.’

  • ‘Sher Hann Chua has a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape and takes a strategic approach to complex legal issues. She consistently delivers clear, practical advice tailored to clients' business needs. Her innovative problem-solving skills and commercial mindset make her a true leader in the field.’

  • ‘The Linklaters IP team is experienced in IP and tech transaction. The team is good at cross-practice collaboration with corporate and TMT work.’

  • ‘Managing associate Sher Hann Chua is very experienced in cross-border IP advisory and transaction work in particular covering APAC jurisdictions. She is also very responsive to urgent requests. Her advice is always to the point and practical to the business case.’

  • ‘A solid team which strength lies in commercial and transactional IP. The team performs really well in complex transactions relating to IP and TMT, and delivers practical legal solutions quickly. The team is able to draw upon the vast resources of Linklaters globally making it a very attractive option for complex cross-border transactions. ’

Key clients

  • Citibank
  • Alibaba / Neuralnetics
  • Lazada
  • ByteDance
  • Ant Group
  • Royal Golden Eagle
  • Fingerprint Cards AB

Work highlights

Advised Citi on the approx. $6bn sale of its retail banking business in China including all IP aspects of the transactions.
Advised Royal Golden Eagle on IP and technology licensing issues arising from its $3bn takeover of Vinda International Holdings.
Advised Standard Chartered Bank on an IP-backed $1.25bn financing transaction for two wholly owned subsidiaries of Vendanta Resources Limited.

Lawyers

Practice head

Alex Robert; Adrian Fisher

Other key lawyers

Sher Hann Chua