Intellectual
Property

Singapore | Drew & Napier

Chambers Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property: Domestic 2023 – Band 1 for 16 consecutive years

Tony Yeo – Band 1 for 5 consecutive years; Band 2 for 10 consecutive years (2009 to 2018)
Yvonne Tang – Band 3 for 2 consecutive years 
Meryl Koh – Band 3 for 2 consecutive years 
Morris John – Senior Statesman for 8 consecutive years(2014 to 2021)

• "Drew & Napier has a strong IP department, and they are well resourced at every level. Their turnaround time and response time is very quick."
• "Each partner is assisted by equally capable associates who are specialised in their field of work. They have left no stone unturned in their research and articulation."
• Drew & Napier's lawyers "are meticulous and their advice is strategic".
• "The firm is responsive to our company's needs and we are happy with the level of service."
• “Large and established IP department in Singapore with in-depth experience in contentious IP matters across patents, designs, trade marks, copyrights, licensing, franchising and confidentiality agreements. Particularly adept at handling passing-off actions.”
• “Deep bench of lawyers with cross-border expertise spanning China, Malaysia and the USA.”
• Sources say the IP practice is a "powerhouse in Singapore with very talented lawyers, who think globally while acting locally". 
• "Aone-stop shop for legal matters in Singapore and a real powerhouse of a firm in South-East Asia."
• "The strength of the firm is the IP department, which is very efficient and whose turnaround time is fast."
• The team is also praised for being "very attentive to client needs, technically strongand good at project management," and are "very good at ensuring a seamless service", adding that:
• "They are really lovely to deal with; very hospitable and well organised. Everything you would expect from a top firm."
• “The team is very responsive, knowledgeable and hard-working. Their grasp of details is impressive.”
• Sources say that “You can take comfort knowing that Tony is at the wheel when driving forward your litigation in unchartered legal landscapes".
• Tony is "a seasoned patent litigator".
• “He quickly understands complex IP issues and is able to convey them in a way that is easy to understand,” adding: “He understands the client's needs and delivers results that meet the company's strategy and goals. He is also very creative and thinks outside the box.”
• “He is extremely hands-on, clear in his thinking, has foresight and draws a lot of perspective from his past experience to evaluate the next steps."
• "...with Tony we are well informed, and he always walks in with a sound plan which makes it easy to make an informed decision.”
• "[Tony] leverages on his strong healthcare and life sciences sector expertise and regularly acts for major pharmaceutical clients in notable patent infringement disputes."
• "A highly reputed litigator in the IP practice who is described as both "hugely enthusiastic" and "very commercial.""
• “A very confident individual who always stays on top of the situation."

The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property 2023 – Tier 1 for 24 consecutive years

Tony Yeo – Hall of Fame for 4 consecutive years; Leading Lawyer for 10 consecutive years
Yvonne Tang – Recommended Lawyer for 6 consecutive years
Lim Siau Wen – Recommended Lawyer for 4 consecutive years
Meryl Koh – Next Generation Lawyer for 7 consecutive years
Javier Yeo – Rising Star for 2 consecutive years

• “Very professional team. With D&N the key difference is their professionalism and internal confidence in their own abilities.”
• “D&N has always impressed me with their professionalism and efficiency. Unlike other firms, they are always timely, detailed and careful in their handling of my cases. The most important thing that sets them apart from the rest is their perseverance and innovative ideas. Somehow, they always seem to have a solution for everything, even for the most difficult and challenging cases. Their flexibility to accommodate to my tight schedule is also a very big plus point.”
• "The team is effectively bilingual and was able to look through our curriculum and workflow documents in Chinese to identify gaps in IP compliance and security. They were also able to put together a comprehensive handbook which we use to train newcomers to our company.”
• “Strategic and first-class lawyers. One of the best in the IP litigation arena. Possess a depth of knowledge, great commercial sense, and responsive. Consistently delivers reliable, excellent, and practical advice and work. Able to handle highly complex work."
• "A fantastic legal team. They work closely as one unit. Their depth of knowledge, aggressiveness in litigation strategy and business savviness is outstanding."
• Sources say that Drew & Napier LLC's “’very sharp team' provides 'practical business-focused advice' on all types of IP assets”.
• Drew & Napier LLC’s ‘tenacious’ team is ‘meticulous and strategic in providing advice, seeing the big picture while drilling down into the finer points’.”
• “Drew & Napier is the best there is when it comes to litigation.”
• “The lawyers at Drew & Napier LLC excel in their ‘knowledge of local legislation’ and litigation.
• “Tony Yeo and Meryl Koh are sharp and appropriately aggressive lawyers whom you will want on your side. Possessing good commercial sense and great depth of knowledge as subject matter experts, they will be able to value-add by strategising approaches for the best outcomes. First-class lawyers.”
• Tony Yeo is a “fantastic strategist and a great litigator”.
• Meryl Koh is noted for “her great eye for detail, as well as an ability to see the big picture”.
• “[Cecelia] is flexible in responding to clients’ needs.”

Chambers Global
International & Cross-Border Capabilities 2023 – Leading Firm for 5 consecutive years

• Chambers Global says that “The firm has especially well-developed international capabilities in the contentious arena. The team is very active in international arbitration, cross-border investigations, contentious and transactional IP and regulatory work across the South-East Asian region, India and China.”

Indonesia | Makarim & Taira S.

asialaw Profiles
Intellectual Property 2023 - Notable Firm for 4 consecutive years (2020-2023)

The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property 2024 – Tier 3 for 2 consecutive years

Norma Mutalib - Recommended Lawyer

Malaysia | Shearn Delamore & Co.

Chambers Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property 2022 – Band 1 for 13 consecutive years

Karen Abraham – Band 1 Leading Individual for 3 consecutive years
Indran Shanmuganathan – Band 2 Leading Individual for 3 consecutive years
Timothy Siaw – Band 3 Leading Individual for 13 consecutive years

• A source describes Shearn Delamore & Co as "very responsive."
• One interviewee regards it as "the standout firm in Malaysia for IP."
• A client highlights the team's "high level of professionalism, promptness in handling enquiries and providing updates on cases they are handling."
• Another client reports it is "a very competent firm which is always responsive and good value."
• Clients commend the team's proactivity, describing its lawyers as "responsible, dedicated and efficient."
• Sources also applaud the firm's overall resources, noting that it has "a strong team of people, with a fair amount of depth."
• Clients heap praise on the department, noting the quality of the service provided: "They are excellent at keeping us up to date on the progress of things - we never have to chase them for information."
• Another interviewee commends the quality of their work: "They give well thought-out and detailed assessments when requested."
• One client says: "They are professional, client service-oriented and the fees are reasonable."
• A further client states: "For a firm of their stature, it is definitely value for money," while another enthuses that the firm's value is "more than just monetary. It's the amount of effort - they want to win for you."
• "A well-established and well-respected firm, with many international customers who are pleased with their performance."
• "Their arguments were good and their communications clear."
• Sources say: "Indisputably number one, they have a good client base and are strong in litigation."
• A source reports that they are "very knowledgeable, experienced and prompt in responding to enquiries and taking action. They keep us updated on the progress of matters and are accessible. They provide excellent client service."
• A client appreciates that the firm works with "speed, practicality and commerciality, and is willing to work within our corporate processes."

The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property 2022 - Top Tier for 13 consecutive years

Karen Abraham – Hall of Fame (2020 - 2022); Recommended Lawyer (2021 and 2022); Leading Lawyer for 11 consecutive years
Timothy Siaw – Leading Lawyer for 3 consecutive years
Indran Shanmuganathan – Leading Lawyer for 2 consecutive years; Recommended Lawyer for 3 years
Jyeshta Mahendran – Recommended Lawyer for 2 consecutive years (2020 and 2021)
Janet Toh – Recommended Lawyer for 3 consecutive years
Michelle Loi – Recommended Lawyer for 3 consecutive years

• “The firm has expertise encompassing all manner of intellectual property related legal work.”
• “The firm has expertise encompassing all manner of intellectual property related legal work. With a number of senior IP practitioners, they have greater depth of knowledge and experience.”
• “Their advice is timely and cost-effective and they always take their client’s business needs into account.”
• "The IP team that we work with at Shearn Delamore & Co are very co-operative, knowledgeable, professional and accessible. Irrespective who we work with, the level of service is excellent and consistent. They are a very reliable and proactive team".
• "Shearn Delamore & Co has long been recognized as one of the best- if not the best – IP firms in Malaysia. Amongst their clients are international and Malaysian leaders covering all sectors. For patents, copyright and trademarks, you will not find a firm with the level of competence and sophistication to manage local work, but also complex multi-jurisdictional enforcement projects".
• "Strong IP knowledge, particularly with patents, and awareness of life sciences field".
• ‘You will not find another firm with the sophistication to manage local work, and complex multi-jurisdictional enforcement projects.’
• “A very professional and structured team”
• “A very strong team in Malaysia’s premier IP firm. Great depth at all levels, with a huge range of expertise across many areas of technology and IP rights.”
• “An important criteria that we look for as a global academic institution is professionalism. Shearn Delamore provides exceptionally professional service with providing good counsel on IP matters. Shearn Delamore has a very good image besides being reputable and reliable in Malaysia.”
• “The firm provides excellent, cost-effective advice and service in the Malaysian market. They know the market extremely well, and are always searching for a business-friendly solution. They are extremely responsive, and as noted, good listeners, trying to find out exactly what the client wants and taking steps to make it happen.”

asialaw Profiles
Intellectual Property 2022 – Outstanding for 6 consecutive years

Karen Abraham – Elite Practitioner for 3 consecutive years and Leading Lawyers for 8 years
Indran Shanmuganathan – Distinguished Practitioner for 3 consecutive years and Leading Lawyers (2017 - 2019)
Timothy Siaw – Distinguished Practitioner for 3 consecutive years 
Jyeshta Mahendran – Leading Lawyer

Philippines | MVGS

The Legal 500 Asia Pacific
Intellectual Property: Top Tier firm for 3 consecutive years from 2018 to 2020; Tier 2 firm in 2016, 2017 and 2021

Shirley Alinea – Recommended Lawyer (2021)
Kristine Bongcaron – Recommended Lawyer (2021)

• “The MVGS team is up to date with IP laws not just in the Philippines but in various countries worldwide, either directly or through liaisons, associations and contacts. It provides IP series and advice not just relevant to the Philippines but throughout countries of interest to the client."
• “Manuel Gonzalez and Gwyneth S. Ong provide up to date and relevant legal advise that are important to the client’s IP interests and decision-making, as well as in charting the course of the company’s business.”
• “Martinez Vergara Gonzalez & Serrano ‘is up to date with IP laws not just in the Philippines but in various countries worldwide’ and primarily focuses on trade marks, handling application and enforcement work for a number of notable companies, in addition to advising on the negotiation and review of assignment, licensing and franchising agreements between foreign multinationals and local, domestic companies. Advising on copyright matters is another area of expertise and the team assists publishing companies with drafting template agreements. Practice head Shirley Alinea is an accredited arbitrator in intellectual property matters, and has a broad contentious practice that includes various types of commercial litigation. At associate level, Kristine Bongcaron assists with the preparation of patent and trademark applications.”

Thailand | Tilleke & Gibbins

Chambers Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property 2023 – Band 1 for 16 consecutive years

Darani Vachanavuttivong – Eminent Practitioner for 7 consecutive years
Alan Adcock – Band 2 for 8 consecutive years
Suebsiri Taweepon – Band 2
Sukontip Jitmongkolthong – Band 4 for 2 consecutive years
Wiramrudee Mokkhavesa – Band 4

The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property 2023 – Tier 1 for 21 consecutive years

Darani Vachanavuttivong – Hall of Fame for 3 consecutive years
Alan Adcock – Hall of Fame for 3 consecutive years
Wiramrudee Mokkhavesa – Next Generation Partner for 3 consecutive years

Asialaw Profiles
Intellectual Property 2023 – Outstanding for 9 consecutive years

Darani Vachanavuttivong – Elite Practitioner for 4 consecutive years
Alan Adcock – Elite Practitioner for 4 consecutive years
Suebsiri Taweepon – Rising Star for 3 consecutive years

Vietnam | Tilleke & Gibbins

Chambers Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property 2023 – Band 1 for 15 consecutive years

Thomas J. Treutler – Band 1 for 16 consecutive years
Loc Xuan Le – Band 1
Linh Thi Mai Nguyen – Band 2
Trung Nguyen – Band 3 for 3 consecutive years

The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific
Intellectual Property 2023 – Tier 1 for 16 consecutive years

Thomas J. Treutler – Leading Individual for 11 consecutive years
Loc Xuan Le – Leading Individual for 2 consecutive years
Linh Thi Mai Nguyen – Next Generation Partner

Asialaw Profiles
Intellectual Property 2023 – Outstanding for 8 consecutive years

Thomas J. Treutler – Elite Practitioner for 4 consecutive years
Loc Xuan Le – Notable Practitioner for 3 consecutive years
Linh Thi Mai Nguyen – Notable Practitioner

Cambodia | Tilleke & Gibbins

Managing Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property 2023 – Recommended for 8 consecutive years

Sokmean Chea – Rising Star

World Trademark Review WTR 1000
Trademarks 2023 – Highly Recommended 

David Mol – Recommended for 3 consecutive years
Sokmean Chea – Recommended for 3 consecutive years

IAM Patent 1000

Sokmean Chea – Ranked Individual

Laos | Tilleke & Gibbins

The Legal 500 Southeast Asia Awards
IP Firm of the Year 2023 (Southeast Asia)

Asian Legal Business SE Asia Law Awards
Regional IP Law Firm of the Year 2023 (4^th time since 2019)

Myanmar | Tilleke & Gibbins

World Trademark Review WTR 1000
Trademarks 2023 – Recommended for 4 consecutive years

Yuwadee Thean-ngarm – Recommended for 4 consecutive years
Khin Myo Myo Aye – Recommended

Asialaw Leading Lawyers

Yuwadee Thean-ngarm – Notable Practitioner for 3 consecutive years

The Legal 500 Southeast Asia Awards
IP Firm of the Year 2023 (Southeast Asia)