Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership handles both contentious and non-contentious IP mandates, demonstrating particular strength in matters involving infringement, passing off, domain names, breach of confidence, and rectification and invalidation proceedings. The team also assists clients with the registration and protection of trade marks, patents, industrial designs, and copyrights, alongside branding strategies, portfolio management, and the commercial exploitation of IP rights. The team is led by a capable trio: Michael Soo Chow Ming, former practice head of the Shook Lin & Bok IP team, who joined the firm in February 2025; Bahari Yeow Tien Hong, who is lauded for his ‘remarkable depth of knowledge and expertise’ across all areas of IP; and Lim Zhi Jian, the go-to for implementing strategies for monetising IP.
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Testimonials
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‘They take the time to understand our industry and draw on their expertise when offering advice. Additionally, they make sure that their recommendations are in line with our own IP strategy in the field.’
‘Bahari Yeow Tien Hong and Lim Zhi Jian are both exceptionally skilled, showcasing a remarkable depth of knowledge and expertise. Their insights are intricately detailed and highly informative, providing us with the critical information we seek. This thoroughness is an essential factor in our decision-making process, as it enables us to navigate complexities with confidence.’
‘The team is very proactive and able to deliver beyond our expectations.’
‘Bahari Yeow, who is our principal solicitor and counsel, is the best in this region. He is extremely knowledgeable, both in terms of the subject matter and the industry. He is well recognised and the industry regards him as one of the best practitioners.'
'Bahari Yeow is very knowledgable, and practical in the approach for how to tackle cases. He is also good with client expectation management, making the client feel quite comfortable, but also confident due to the explanation and expectation setting for the clients.'
'The team stands out for its strong grasp of both contentious and non-contentious IP matters and for its ability to deliver clear, actionable advice quickly. We appreciate the team’s pragmatic approach, the quality of their drafting and advocacy and the way they anticipate client needs.'
'The individuals I have worked with are exceptionally dedicated and client-focused. They stand out because of their accessibility, commercial mindset and willingness to go the extra mile. What differentiates them from competitors is their ability to simplify complex IP issues and present solutions that are workable in practice, not just in theory.'
'Bahari Yeow Tien Hong and Lim Zhi Jian are particularly impressive for their industry knowledge and strategic foresight.'
Key clients
- Apple
- TikTok (Bytedance)
- McDonald’s
- Panasonic
- Samsung
- Daimler / Mercedes
- Philip Morris
- Hewlett Packard
- Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton
- Telegram
- Nissan
- Baidu
Work highlights
Managing the IP portfolio of Telekom Malaysia Berhad, which includes patent, trade marks, copyright and industrial design.
Managing Genting Group’s local and international portfolio of IP rights.
Representing Public Bank Berhad in a Malaysian trade mark law case on partial trade mark revocation.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
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Bahari Yeow
Leading partners
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Lim Zhi Jian
Practice head
Michael Soo Chow Ming; Bahari Yeow Tien Hong; Lim Zhi Jian