King & Wood Mallesons‘ wide-ranging expertise spans both contentious and non-contentious IP and is a reference in the market for complex patent and trade mark litigation. The practice is co-led by Wei He, Gordon Gao and Moahua Wang. Based in Beijing, He has a wealth of experience in trade mark infringement, patent, copyrights and unfair competition. Gao is reputed for patents, trade secrets and trade marks disputes, while Wang focuses on non-contentious matters and boasts two decades of experience in patent strategy and prosecution. Xu Jing is noted for litigation matters regarding infringement of patents, trade marks and copyrights. Xiaoxia Zhang has particular expertise in infringement matters in the AI, robotics and technology sectors. Mao Jin specialises in patent litigation, trade secrets and due diligence, while Xingbin Li is equipped to handle patent litigation, prosecution and invalidations. Another key lawyer to note is Zeng Li.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- 'KWM Shanghai IP litigation team is very experienced in IP litigation and will combine cutting-edge technology IP risk and analysis to provide satisfactory support to customers.'
- 'They can provide us with one stop service, which includes patent filings, invalidation actions, patent enforcements, negotiations for licence and even consultation about competition law.'
- 'They accurately describe facts, logically present their arguments, and effectively refute them. The team's legal strategy is top-notch, a core competency that helped us win the case. The team is highly dedicated and responsive.'
- 'Jia Wu has excellent critical thinking skills, and extensive courtroom experience and strong adaptability.'
Key clients
- Nokia
- IBM
- Novozymes
- Roche
- KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS N.V., Philips (China) Investment Co., Ltd.
- Bilibili
- ALEXANDER MCQUEEN
- GANI Marble Tiles
- Sichuan Golden-elephant Sincerity Chemical Co., Ltd.
- Guangzhou Pharmaceutical Holdings Limited
- Shanghai Lilith Network Technology Co., Ltd.
- Shanghai Marine Diesel Engine Research Institute
Work highlights
Represented Huawei in securing the first-ever Chinese court Anti-Anti-Suit Injunction (AASI) in the history of China's judicial system from the Supreme People's Court. against NETGEAR Inc and other 4 parties.
Represented Sichuan Golden-Elephant Sincerity Chemical Co., Ltd. in patent infringement and trade secrets.
Represented Huawei in securing the first-ever Chinese court Anti-Anti-Suit Injunction (AASI) in the history of China's judicial system from the Supreme People's Court against NETGEAR Inc. and other 4 parties.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Wei He
Xu Jing
Maohua Wang
Xiaoli Yang
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Mao Jin
Li Xingbin
Xiaoxia Zhang
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Zeng Li
Practice head
Maohua Wang; Wei He; Gordon Gao; Tina Tai; Yong Li; Mia Qu; Mingfei Sun
Other key lawyers
Xu Jing; Xiaoxia Zhang; Mao Jin; Xingbin Li; Zeng Li; Xiaoli Yang; Jia Wu