Beijing
Asia
Established in 1994 by Lloyd Wise before joining Marks & Clerk in 2007, our Beijing office has built a long-standing reputation as one of China’s leading international intellectual property firms.
Trusted for delivering clear, pragmatic and commercially-focused IP advice, we provide strategic guidance that supports end‑to‑end protection for businesses operating in China and beyond. We are consistently acknowledged for our work supporting foreign companies entering the Chinese market, and our high success rate in trademark opposition proceedings makes us a dependable choice for clients.
Our international client base spans a broad range of industries including automotive, food and beverages, sporting goods, media, entertainment, e-commerce and high-technology. Clients rely on our team for its deep expertise in navigating the complexities of IP protection in China in a highly nuanced and evolving landscape.
"Our team of trademark and patent attorneys combine legal expertise with extensive knowledge and experience across a wide range of disciplines. We handle both contentious and non-contentious IP issues, including prosecution, enforcement and dispute resolution, both locally and internationally. We have a stellar reputation for navigating complex challenges and providing practical, strategic solutions tailored to our clients' needs. To ensure seamless communication for clients in China and around the world, our bilingual team communicates fluently in English and Mandarin."
- Xuefang Huang, Partner, Beijing
Shenzhen K+S Trading Co., Ltd. (a member of K+S AG)
"Throughout our long-term collaboration, the Marks & Clerk team has demonstrated rigorous professionalism, attentive service, and an efficient, pragmatic approach, providing high-value advice for our trade mark registration and end-to-end protection. Their profound expertise and reliable service quality have earned the utmost trust from our company's leadership. We sincerely recommend the team at Marks & Clerk, trusting their professional capabilities to provide robust support for intellectual property work across more enterprises."
Internet Fintech company
"As a multinational enterprise operating across mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, and beyond, we face various challenges in intellectual property strategy, management, and enforcement, including inconsistent examination standards, varying levels of protection and use risks for the same brand across regions, and contests from third-party rights holders. The team at Marks & Clerk consistently handles our cases with efficiency and diligence, delivering honest, pragmatic, and commercially viable strategic advice, demonstrating reliable professional expertise."
U.S. Outdoor Sports Company
“As a fast growing e-commerce sports and outdoor company with extensive manufacturing in China, we have faced persistent challenges such as brand imitation and trademark squatting. The team at Marks & Clerk has consistently provided us with pragmatic and commercially sound advice - from supplementary filings and alternative protection strategies to phased, multi-faceted enforcement solutions. Their approach reflects both diligent expertise and trustworthy professionalism."
Recognition
Our offices in Asia and internationally are consistently listed in the top tier of publications, including Managing Intellectual Property’s IP Stars and Rising Stars, IAM Patent 1000, World Trademark Review 1000, Chambers, Legal 500, AsiaIP and Asian Legal Business.
IP short guides
A Short Guide to Trade Mark Registration in China
This guide talks you through the core principals of trade mark registration in China including what can be registered as a trade mark, the registration process and timeline, validity period and post-registration advice.
Navigating the Differences in Trade Mark Registration across Hong Kong and China
This guide explains the similarities and differences in filing trade marks across China and Hong Kong.
Practical Questions about Trade Mark Registration in China
A straightforward series of answers to the questions brand owners most often ask when navigating trade mark registration and enforcement in China.
Getting Started: Patent Protection in China
Understand the essentials of patent protection in China, including the available patent types, key filing requirements, and strategic considerations for securing and commercialising innovation in one of the world's most dynamic markets.
Where to find us
Marks & Clerk
Unit 1400, Beijing Sunflower Tower,
37 Maizidian Street,
Chaoyang District,
Beijing 100125,
P.R. China
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