Commercial Litigation / IP

* Commercial Litigation with IP focus
* Leading international law firm
* Hong Kong

Our client is a leading international law firm that has had a global presence for over a century. With over 15 offices in countries across the globe, they have more than one thousand staff providing their household name clients the very best service across all of their practice areas. As a result of continued success within the Asia Pacific region, this market-leading firm are now seeking a lawyer with 3-4 PQE gained in commercial litigation and intellectual property to join their Hong Kong office. Whilst this is predominantly a commercial litigation role, there will be some focus on intellectual property both contentious and non-contentious. Ideal candidates will be Hong Kong qualified at a leading international/leading local law firm. Cantonese and English fluency are essential for this role, whilst Mandarin would be beneficial however is not a requirement. To register your interest in this exciting opportunity in complete confidence, please send your resume to Lisa Barker at lisa.barker@hays.com.hk quoting reference number 1131.

Fashion/US Retail IP Paralegal - Hong Kong

Our client is a US Retail Company that manufactures apparel. Due to the rapid growth of the company, its Hong Kong office is currently seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their team. The role will report to the Corporate Counsel and will support the business in the Asia Pacific region. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a successful, innovative and young company in the fashion industry. Applicants must be able to read, write and draft Chinese and have good corporate/commercial experience. Applicants who also have knowledge of IP are strongly encouraged to apply. If you would like more information, or to apply for this position please contact Karen Chan at hk@laurencesimons.com or on +852 2293 2364 quoting reference number 18103.

Regional Patent Attorney - International IP Firm with significant Asia Pacific operations

Fast growing international IP firm with significant Asia Pacific operations, seek a regional patent attorney to be based in its Asia Pacific business. The business has a number and variety of legal entities to facilitate its trade as a law firm, brand protection agency and patent and trade mark practice in China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand and Philippines. The position will be based in Hong Kong, but involve substantial Asian travel, at least initially.

The Role

Reporting to the patent agency International Services Head in Europe and the Asia Pacific practice head, this role comprises managing and developing the Group’s patent services in Asia (esp. China, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Thailand , Philippines, Vietnam & India). It includes supervising local patent attornies and the administrator/paralegal teams, skills and capacity development and training, client management and marketing. The job involves:

# working closely with the patent agencies International Services Head and the Asia Pacific practice head, as well as national country managers to strengthen existing patent practices (Phase 1) and marketing and development of new patent clients (Phase 2), including working on and implementing a business plan agreed with the patent agency International Services Head
# overall responsibility for all patent agency work in Asian offices
# local capacity and skills development and assistance to country managers on training and development of local patent expertise and an international business approach
# working with a large diverse team around Asia, as part of a larger IP focused business
# working with commercial and litigation attorneys in patent matters in Asia
# working as part of the international patent agency group in relation to other client matters outside Asia as appropriate

The ideal candidate will:-

# be a European, US or Australasian qualified patent attorney
# have at least 2-5 years professional experience in a well known practice; with in house experience desirable, and demonstrating an expert understanding of international patent practice and issues and considerable direct client experience
# be capable of handling a range of technical disciplines, with a strong specialization in one or more, with electronics/software/telecoms an advantage give such focus in Asia
# substantial high quality drafting experience
# experience in national and PCT filings in Asia, with understanding of local issues in one or two markets an advantage
# expertise in PCT work
# substantial experience in patenting strategy and procurement
# be an enthusiastic traveller and have good cultural awareness
# want to work in an informal but entrepreneurial and fast growing environment
# have demonstrable people skills and an ability and desire to work cooperatively and in a team environment
# capable of working with a high degree of independence and handling communications and work in a dispersed organization

This is a great opportunity for further information in complete confidence, please contact sandra.godbold@hays.com.hk

IP Litigation Lawyer Hong Kong - Top Ten UK Firm

* Incredible remuneration and opportunities to advance
* International leader
* Interesting, high-profile work allowing for ongoing exposure

This top ten UK-based firm is a renowned leader in the legal arena and as a result is responsible for some of the largest and most prolific deals in the world. It is currently looking to recruit an IP Litigation Lawyer for its rapidly expanding Hong Kong office.

Make your mark on the world stage! The IP Litigation Lawyer will join the firm’s top-ranked Intellectual Property group, a prestigious and close-knit team which services a blue-chip client base on multi-jurisdictional IP issues. Experience in contentious matters is essential, and further experience in non-contentious matters is also highly desirable. Excellent English writing and drafting skills are required, and lawyers who have been admitted in Europe, the United States, Australia and New Zealand are encouraged to apply.

This opportune role requires a minimum of three years post qualification experience, excellent academics, outstanding communication skills and an aptitude for teamwork. Your passion for law and impressive standard of work will be rewarded with a top-tier remuneration package and endless opportunities for career development and progression. Let your friendly nature shine within this close-knit and supportive team!

To confidentially apply for this role or to find out more information, please contact Edward Burnet on +61 2 9233 7977 or nc@naimanclarke.com.au, quoting reference number EB14185/SK

TMT Lawyer (Hong Kong) - top flight city firm

* Rare role
* Excellent salary + relocation

Fantastic international exposure and the opportunity to develop your career. This TMT practice, which forms part of the corporate group, is a market-leading team. The practice offers cutting-edge industry expertise and commercial awareness, combined with the resources and commitment to quality of a top flight City firm. They regularly advise on complex and innovative transactions, usually with an international dimension, across the APAC region, for multinational businesses, major public sector organisations and governments. Premium client list which includes household names and leading players in their sectors.

You will have between 1-4 years’ PQE and a strong academic record. Prior TMT experience is preferable however a keen interest in the area is essential. You must also have good IP knowledge. Language skills are an advantage but not necessary. If you are interested in this role, please contact Kiran Sangha on (02) 9236 9000 or e-mail to kiransangha@taylorroot.com.au quoting KS1008.

IP Lawyer - Hong Kong

* Top Ranking IP Practice
* Unique Opportunity
* Hong Kong

Our client offers a global intellectual property consultancy through its regional practices in Europe, the Middle East, North Africa and India, China, and South East Asia. We provide a full range of intellectual property services, from the implementation of global investigation, enforcement and protection strategies, to the provision of commercial IP services, including filing, research, management and data protection.

The Hong Kong associated law firm is now inviting applications for the following position:-

The ideal candidates will be admitted to practice in Hong Kong, with up to 2 years post qualification experience gained substantially in IP. This position requires fluent written and spoken English and Cantonese. Ability to communicate in Mandarin will be an added advantage.

Interested parties should send their CVs, in complete confidence, to Lisa Barker at lisa.barker@hays.com.hk.

Junior Commercial Litigator (Hong Kong) - 1+ PQE Premier Litigation Firm in US

* Premier Litigation Law Firm in the US
* Based in Hong Kong
* 1+ Year PQE

Our client is one of the premier litigation law firms in the US. Its litigation practice handles large and complex matters across a range of areas including antitrust, intellectual property, securities litigation, insurance recovery and energy litigation. It is now looking for a Junior Litigator to join its team in Hong Kong to handle a range of litigation matters.

Applicants must have at least 1 year PQE trained with an international firm and strong academics.

If you would like to apply for this position please contact Karen Chan at hk@laurencesimons.com or on +852 2293 2364 quoting reference 18190.

Patent Litigation Associate (Tokyo)

Top litigation firm seeks mid-level patent litigation associate for its new Tokyo office; Japanese fluency is essential

A highly-profitable top litigation-only firm is seeking a mid-level patent litigation associate for its new Tokyo office. Japanese fluency is required and qualification as a benrishi would be advantageous. Candidate should have either a LLM or JD degree from the U.S. and should have experience working for an international law firm. Compensation will be competitive.

City Tokyo
State INTL
Country Japan
MLA Job ID: 358462
Position Type: Law Firm
Practice: Intellectual Property
Listing Office: Hong Kong
Contact Name: Tokyo Office
Email Address: Tokyo@mlaglobal.com
Contact Phone: (813) 3442-7324
Location: Tokyo, Japan

IT/Communications Associate (Hong Kong) - 3-5 Leading TMT Practice

Good opportunity to be part of a leading TMT practice

As a leading TMT practice of US firm in the APAC region our client is renowned for their work on cross-border transactions and ventures in the IT & Communications sector provided by local support and international expertise.
Our client is looking for an additional associate with Technology experience to join its Technology Media and Telecommunications Group in Hong Kong. You will be working with clients that include blue chip corporations, large scale international organisations, financial institutions and IT suppliers and subcontractors.

The candidate will primarily be involved in drafting and advising on technology and commercial agreements and will provide support on corporate transactions in the TMT sector.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 – 5 years experience in a TMT practice, gained at another top tier law firm. The successful candidate should have good experience in drafting a variety of IT and commercial agreements that include software development agreements, licensing, distribution and supply agreements, outsourcing agreements, support, and maintenance and service level agreements. Experience in advising on ecommerce, privacy, commercial IP and/or telecommunications issues would also be beneficial.

Applicants must be trained and qualified from Australia, UK, or Hong Kong. Whilst excellent English language skills are a must - Chinese language skills would be an advantage but are not essential.

If you would like more information or would like to apply to this role please contact Alexandra Boyd or Karen Chan at hk@laurencesimons.com or on +852 2293 2364

IP Paralegal (Hong Kong) - US Firm

An excellent opportunity exists for an accomplished Paralegal to join one of the leaders in IP law in the APAC region. Our client is a renowned US firm and they are currently looking for an additional Paralegal to join their office in Hong Kong.

The successful applicant will work alongside lawyers & senior paralegals on a legal documentation and conducting technical searches and analyses. Candidates must be able to draft fluently in English and Chinese (both mandarin & Cantonese) the ability to work under pressure and graduate at Law.

If you would like more information or would like to apply to this role please contact Alexandra Boyd or Karen Chan at hk@laurencesimons.com or on +852 2293 2364 ref: 18231