AWA Asia
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IP law firm AWA Asia is home to experts in patents, trade marks, brands, design, copyright and domain names. The full-service practice covers prosecution, IP litigation and aftermarket services, as well as IP protection strategies, commercialisation, and IP portfolio management. The Beijing office also operates as a licensed trade mark agency, which facilitates trade mark filings and enforcements before the China Trademark Office and administrative authorities. In Beijing, Ai-Leen Lim is ‘a stellar practice leader’; Ashley Zhao specialises in trade marks, copyright and domain names; and Hongyue Li focuses on the chemistry, pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. In Hong Kong, Angeline Lee assists with protecting and enforcing IP rights. Former practice co-head Xiaofan Chen departed the firm in August 2024.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Excellent for infringement work. AWA is first-rate and easily a first choice.’
- ‘They are far more responsive than other firms and have a real depth of expertise.’
Work highlights
Assisted a designer and manufacturer of premium computer hardware with a prosecution and enforcement matter.


