Gallant has a comprehensive IP offering from the protection of trade marks and patents to oppositions, with many clients in the academia sector. The group is spearheaded by Rebecca Lo who handles a steady flow of portfolio management matters. Emily Chick handles IP disputes.
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Key clients
- Apple Inc
- AT&T
- British Telecommunications plc
- HKEX Group
- Hongkong Land Group
- Salvatore Ferragamo
- De Beers
- Parfums Christian Dior
- LVMH Fragrance Brands
- Menarini
Work highlights
- Managing the IP portfolio of a large number of famous brands, registering their trade marks in Hong Kong as well as in other jurisdictions, handling opposition, revocation and invalidation proceedings as well as infringement and passing off proceedings and handling customs enforcement.
- Advised Bond Connect Co. Ltd. in defending two opposition cases filed by a Hong Kong company which owns a registered trademark similar to its name.
- Advises Advanced Cards Systems Limited in a copyright infringement case against certain former senior executive and a Hong Kong company.
Lawyers
Practice head
Emily Chick, Rebecca Lo
Other key lawyers
Clement Lam