The International IP Legal Conference 2019, held in Hong Kong, brought together global IP leaders, legal practitioners, corporate counsel, academics, and policymakers to address the fast-evolving challenges and opportunities in the world of intellectual property law. Positioned at the crossroads of East and West, Hong Kong served as an ideal venue for in-depth discussions on regional innovation trends, cross-border IP enforcement, and the harmonization of global IP regimes.
Key themes included navigating IP disputes in a digitally driven global economy, strategic IP management for multinational businesses, developments in trademark, copyright, and design law in Asia, enforcement mechanisms and border protection measures, IP valuation, licensing, and commercialization in emerging markets, and the role of IP in trade, investment, and economic diplomacy.
With participation from leading international law firms, technology companies, and government bodies, the conference offered expert-led sessions, case studies, and policy insights tailored to the dynamic and diverse landscape of Asia-Pacific IP law.
The 2019 edition reinforced Hong Kong’s role as a regional hub for innovation and legal excellence, while fostering meaningful dialogue on how to strengthen and adapt global IP systems for the future.
Speakers(26)
Aaron Purser
IP Counsel at Treasury Wine Estates
Aaron Purser is the IP Counsel at Treasury Wine Estates in Hong Kong, managing IP portfolios.
Aditi Mittal
Legal Counsel at SAP
Aditi Mittal serves as Legal Counsel at SAP in India, specializing in software IP.
Alan Chiu
Managing Partner at Ella Cheong Law Office
Alan Chiu is the Managing Partner at Ella Cheong Law Office in Hong Kong, focusing on IP law.
Andre Frieden
Chief IP/Licensing Counsel and Chief Compliance Counsel at Wipro
Andre Frieden serves as the Chief IP/Licensing Counsel and Chief Compliance Counsel at Wipro in the USA.
Anton N. Handal
Partner at GreenSpoon Marder LLP
Anton N. Handal is a Partner at GreenSpoon Marder LLP in the USA, specializing in IP litigation.
Charles To
Partner at Ella Cheong Law Office
Charles To is a Partner at Ella Cheong Law Office in Hong Kong, focusing on IP law.
Dr. Christopher Benson
Partner at HGF Limited Intellectual Property Specialists
Dr. Christopher Benson is a Partner at HGF Limited in the UK, specializing in patent law.
Eugene Low
Partner at Hogan Lovells
Eugene Low is a Partner at Hogan Lovells in Hong Kong, specializing in IP litigation.
Guy Perry
Patent Counsel at Qualcomm Inc
Guy Perry is the Patent Counsel at Qualcomm Inc in the USA, specializing in telecommunications IP.
Haifeng Huang
Partner at Jones Day
Haifeng Huang is a Partner at Jones Day, specializing in intellectual property law in China.
Hsu Min Chung
Partner at HGF Limited Intellectual Property Specialists
Hsu Min Chung is a Partner at HGF Limited in the UK, specializing in intellectual property law.
James Lacey
Head Japan at CPA Global
James Lacey is the Head of Japan at CPA Global in the UK, specializing in IP services and solutions.
Jari Vaario
Head of Asia IP Regulatory, Nokia Technologies at Nokia
Jari Vaario is the Head of Asia IP Regulatory at Nokia Technologies in Japan, overseeing IP regulatory affairs.
Jeff Holman
General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at HZO
Jeff Holman serves as the General Counsel & Corporate Secretary at HZO in the USA, overseeing legal affairs.
Justin Zhou
Licensing Director at GE Ventures
Justin Zhou serves as the Licensing Director at GE Ventures in China, managing IP licensing and commercialization.
LuisFelipe Bo
Manager of International IP Department at AndunIP
LuisFelipe Bo manages the International IP Department at AndunIP in China, focusing on global IP strategies.
Lynn Fu
Senior Legal Counsel at NBC Universal
Lynn Fu is the Senior Legal Counsel at NBC Universal in China, specializing in media IP.
Maitreyee Kulkarni
Legal Counsel at Daimler AG
Maitreyee Kulkarni serves as Legal Counsel at Daimler AG in Germany, focusing on automotive IP.
Marcello Dini
Manager Director at Sisvel Group
Marcello Dini is the Managing Director at Sisvel Group in Italy, focusing on IP licensing.
Matt Phillips
Founding Partner at Laurence & Phillips IP Law
Matt Phillips is the Founding Partner at Laurence & Phillips IP Law in the USA, focusing on IP litigation.
Priyank Gupta
Managing Partner at Stratjuris Partners
Priyank Gupta is the Managing Partner at Stratjuris Partners in India, with expertise in IP strategy and management.
Shengtao Hu
Director, IPR Policy at Ericsson
Shengtao Hu is the Director of IPR Policy at Ericsson in China, overseeing IP rights policies.
Shuang Ma
Director at Leader IP
Shuang Ma is the Director at Leader IP in China, focusing on intellectual property rights and enforcement.
William Chiang
Legal Director at Global Technology Services Co. Ltd.
William Chiang serves as the Legal Director at Global Technology Services Co. Ltd. in China, overseeing IP legal matters.
Xun Yang
Partner at Link Law
Xun Yang is a Partner at Link Law in China, focusing on IP litigation and enforcement.
Xuting Huang
Patent Attorney at ZF Group
Xuting Huang is a Patent Attorney at ZF Group in Germany, focusing on automotive IP.
Event Details
- Date
- June 10-12, 2019
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇭🇰 Hong Kong
- Holiday Inn Golden Mile
- Audience
- Global IP leaders, legal practitioners, corporate counsel, academics, and policymakers