Significant Move in Hong Kong's Legal Landscape

In a significant move that’s shaking up the legal landscape in Hong Kong, esteemed intellectual property (IP) lawyer Benjamin Choi has joined the ranks of PRC law firm Jingtian & Gongcheng as a partner. Formerly with Oldham Li & Nie, where he oversaw IP services, Choi's wealth of experience spans an impressive 25 years.

Choi's Impressive Career

Choi’s career is marked by high-profile positions at renowned firms like Mayer Brown and Deacons, as well as tenures at Baker McKenzie, Eccles & Lee, and Wilkinson & Grist. His expansive expertise encompasses various aspects of IP law, including branding, trademarks, design, and copyright. Moreover, he is well-versed in IP portfolio management and due diligence, equipping him to handle issues from registration and clearance to complex litigation.

Choi's Unique Skills

What sets Choi apart? His knack for navigating the intricate world of ownership disputes, negotiations, co-existence agreements, and infringements makes him a formidable asset to his new team. Additionally, his role in conducting IP due diligence for mergers and acquisitions highlights his capacity to merge legal acumen with business strategy.

Firm's Reaction

Zhao Yang, chairman of Jingtian & Gongcheng's management committee, heralded Choi’s arrival as a “strategic milestone.” He emphasized that Choi’s deep understanding of complex regulatory issues will notably bolster the firm’s ability to safeguard clients’ innovations and intellectual property assets.

Elaine Lo, the senior managing partner of the Hong Kong office, expressed enthusiasm regarding this addition. “We are delighted to welcome Benjamin Choi to our firm,