IP Client Strategies in the Asia-Pacific

IP Client Strategies in the Asia-Pacific provides an authoritative, insiders perspective on best practices for managing intellectual property matters throughout countries in the Asia-Pacific. Featuring partners representing law firms across the region, including China, Japan, India, Malaysia, Singapore, and the Philippines, this book guides the reader through the intricacies of IP policies and practices within the various countries and how they are changing during the current time of globalization and economic uncertainty. As governments and businesses are becoming more aware of the importance of IP, these top lawyers reveal how to establish a clear, country-specific IP strategy that will help clients maximize their potential and minimize IP risks. They analyze how to tailor an IP plan to fit changing client needs, possible pitfalls to consider, and the role of clients and attorneys in creating a thorough policy. Additionally, these leaders discuss the current state of IP litigation, recent cases that lawyers need to be aware of, and how clients can effectively audit their practices to avoid litigation. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts on the keys to success within this volatile field.