11 Sep 2020

Partner Lai Lam Recognized as Trade Mark Star 2020/21

Our firm’s Partner Ms. Lai Lam has been recognized as Trade Mark Stars 2020/21 by IP stars.

The research is conducted by an experienced team of research analysts from Hong Kong, London and New York. The aspects assessed for the firm rankings include expertise, workload, market reputation, track record, outcomes achieved for clients, and unique strengths in a given practice area. For a practitioner to be ranked by IP Stars, one must be highly regarded by their peers and/or clients or those that are integral to their firm’s success or reputation.

Lai was admitted to practise as a solicitor in Hong Kong in 1989, in England and Wales in 1993 and in Singapore in 1995. Lai joined the firm in 2002.

Lai’s practice covers all areas of intellectual property. She frequently advises on the selection and suitability of trade marks for use and registration; the proper use of trade marks; opposition and rectification proceedings; the drafting and registration of trade mark licences; and user agreements and the assignment of trade mark rights.

Lai has handled large trade mark portfolios for clients regionally and internationally, in both the private and public sectors and in various fields, including acting for leading international companies operating in fashion and luxury goods.

In addition, Lai is qualified as a member of the Asian Patent Attorneys Association and a former Board Member of Interlaw and Vice Chair for the Asia Pacific Region. She is currently the vice Chair for the Interlaw Diversity, Inclusion and Community Special Business Team for Asia Pacific. She has also been appointed as a Civil Celebrant of Marriages.

About IP Stars

IP Stars is the leading resource for companies or individuals looking for experienced legal practitioners for contentious and non-contentious IP advice. The Managing IP’s legal directory has been covering IP law and practice since 1990 and rebranded in 2013 as IP Stars.