The IP practice at Cheang & Ariff is spearheaded by the renowned Cindy Goh Joo Seong, who frequently represents clients in complex IP litigation cases. Acting for a range of local and international clients across the pharmaceutical and technology sectors, the firm is noted for its know-how in patent trademark and copyright litigation cases, as well as matters involving passing-off and defamation claims.

Christopher & Lee Ong’s offering consists of IP work across the spectrum, ranging from IP protection and registration, valuation and transactional work, to litigation and the enforcement of IP rights. Recognised for its ability to handle both contentious and non-contentious matters, the firm acts for multinationals and conglomerates across various industries, such as pharmaceutical, aerospace, e-commerce, and telecoms. Sri Sarguna Raj and his team left the firm in May 2024.

The comprehensive IP practice at LAW Partnership is jointly led by Brian Law, an expert in IP litigation, who is recognised for his work in contentious trademark and copyright infringement suits, and Suaran Singh Sidhu, who has experience in various IP disputes. Engaged by clients across the luxury goods, sports, and pharmaceutical industries, the firm handles a broad range of IP work, including prosecution, litigation, patent drafting, and enforcement, in addition to commercial and advisory matters. Celia Cheah Chiew Lan focuses on commercial IP matters, while Chen Yun Jin, who was promoted to partner in January 2024, has demonstrated capabilities in raid action work and the enforcement of IP rights.

LindaWang Su & Boo (a member of ZICO IP)’s team is led by Linda Wang, a seasoned IP litigator who frequently appears at all levels of the Malaysian court, and who bolsters the practice with her wealth of experience in implementing anti-piracy and anti-counterfeiting programmes. The full-service IP offering consists of trademark, patent and design work, compliance and regulatory advice, and prosecution and registration. Advising clients from the automotive, biotechnology, telecoms, and pharmaceutical industries, the department is further strengthened by Su Siew Ling, who regularly advises on franchising and data protection matters, and Ong Boo Seng, who has strong experience in handling IP disputes and licensing considerations.

Shearn Delamore & Co has a fully rounded and firmly established IP practice, regularly securing big-ticket engagements from notable domestic and international clients, such as FIFA and British American Tobacco plc. The department is spearheaded by Karen Abraham, an industry veteran who frequently provides legal counsel on various IP matters including regulatory concerns, licensing, franchising, and enforcement. The team’s scope of work is broad and often extends to copyright protection and advisory issues, trademark availability searches, due diligence exercises, and the drafting of patents. Indran Shanmuganathan is a notable IP litigator with a focus on industrial design and enforcement work, while Timothy Siaw has niche expertise in technology licensing, cybersecurity, and data protection.

Skrine’s department offers advice on the full range of IP matters including the protection and management of IP rights portfolios, enforcement work, and acting on copyright and franchising disputes. Engaged by clients from a host of industries such as life sciences, telecoms, and financial services, the practice is co-led by Charmayne Ong, an expert in the registration of IP rights, and Khoo Guan Huat, a renowned IP litigator who has a niche specialism in technology-related patent matters. Kuek Pei Yee has a fine record in the field and is regularly appointed as lead counsel for complex IP disputes, while Teh Hong Koon has experience in advising clients on the acquisition and prosecution of international trademark portfolios.

Kherk Ying Chew, an expert in handling both contentious and non-contentious IP cases, leads the practice at Wong & Partners. Acting for major clients including the likes of Ralph Lauren and Malaysia Airlines Berhad, the firm boasts a full-service offering, counting IP valuation, enforcement, and portfolio management within its scope of work. With a wealth of technical patent expertise, the team is well-equipped to advise clients on technology and patent due diligence as well as patent prosecution matters under domestic and international treaties. Senior associate Raymond Tan is a valuable member of the team and specialises in IP litigation and enforcement, often representing clients in various telecoms and pharmaceutical related matters.

Wong Jin Nee & Teo is a specialist IP and technology firm, jointly led by ‘outstanding practitioner’ Wong Jin Nee and Teo Bong Kwang, who is an expert in handling a broad range of litigation relating to patents, trademarks, and confidential information. Regularly engaged by multinational corporations, the ‘formidable IP litigation team’ focuses on the full spectrum of IP matters including advising on the creation and protection of portfolio management, the development of audit plans, the implementation of anti-piracy programmes, and brand protection concerns. Senior associate Eugene EE Fu Xiang primarily works on contentious IP and commercial cases.

Aaron Sankar & Co.’s IP offering is led by expert Eunice Wei Lynn Chan, who has bolstered the practice since joining from Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill. The firm handles both contentious and non-contentious IP matters and is well-equipped to advise on trademarks, patents, franchising, and licensing. Counting local and international corporations among its key roster of clients, the team also has demonstrable experience in IP disputes and protection, regulatory concerns, and filing strategies. Associate Nur Azmeena binti Azahar is a valuable member of the group and frequently oversees IP portfolios for both Malaysian and foreign clients.

Pauline Khor, a specialist in the IP field who is frequently engaged in due diligence exercises, leads the practice at Rahmat Lim & Partners. The firm acts for foreign and local multinational companies and handles a broad range of matters across the IP spectrum including civil and criminal enforcement, patents, trade secrets and registered designs. Regularly involved in anti-counterfeiting and anti-piracy work, the team also has experience in IP acquisition and protection work, in addition to the registration and management of trademarks and industrial designs.

The offering at Raja, Darryl & Loh is headed by the ‘knowledgeable and commercially inclined’ Yvonne Ong, who regularly handles various IP policies, enforcement issues, and brand strategising. The firm acts for local and international clients from industries including pharmaceutical, technology, and construction, on a range of IP issues including the registration and protection of trademarks and domain names, franchising and licensing, and the filing of applications for patents.

The 'robust' IP team at Rosli Dahlan Saravana Partnership is co-led by expert Bahari Yeow Tien Hong, who is frequently involved in complex cross-border cases, and Lim Zhi Jian, a specialist in media and IT-related IP matters. Acting for an array of local and international clients which includes the likes of Apple, TikTok, and Samsung, the full-service practice has a strong focus on contentious matters such as infringement claims, enforcement cases, domain name disputes, and breach of confidence. The department’s scope of work also extends to securing the protection of trademarks, patents, and industrial designs, and producing branding strategies.

Michael Soo, an expert in the enforcement and civil litigation elements of IP, leads the practice at Shook Lin & Bok. Acting for a range of notable international and local corporations, the firm is recognised for its work in handling IP protection and enforcement in addition to the filing and prosecution of various IP rights such as patents, trademarks, utility innovations, voluntary notifications of copyright, and industrial designs. Wendy Lee Wan Chieh is a notable member of the team and has extensive experience in working on trademark opposition proceedings, whilst senior associate Joseph Yu Shi Yang specialises in the interplay between the IP and IT sectors.

Praised for its ‘extensive knowledge on IP matters’, the team at Tay & Partners is led by Lee Lin Li, who is recognised for her skill in implementing anti-counterfeiting and anti-piracy strategies. The team is frequently engaged by domestic and international conglomerates, statutory bodies, and multinational corporations to act on various IP matters including the prosecution and registration of patents and trademarks. Elsewhere, the department handles IP litigation relating to passing-off and unfair competition, licensing disputes, and confidential information. Kim Poh Ng is a valuable member of the group and specialises in various contentious and non-contentious matters including domain name disputes and industrial design rights.

Imaduddin & Lew Chambers is a full-service boutique corporate firm with a strong IP offering. Acting for small-medium enterprises, private equity and venture capital funds, and government agencies, the practice’s scope of work includes domain name dispute resolution, trademark registration, and patent prosecution. The group is jointly led by Imaduddin Suhaimi, who is frequently involved in IP and technology procurement, and Brian Lew.

Josephine, L K Chow & Co’s IP practice is jointly led by Cyndi Chow Li Kian and Peh Khaik Kew, who is recognised for his enforcement work. With demonstrable expertise in the niche field of software licence compliance, the team is also experienced in initiating and prosecuting IP-related claims, as well as coordinating raid actions and conducting investigations.

The IP offering at Lee Hishammuddin Allen & Gledhill is broad-ranging and includes advising on patents and utility innovations, franchising, licensing, and breach of confidence matters. Acting for both local and international clients, the firm regularly covers technology-related IP disputes, due diligence exercises, and IP asset management, as well as advisory work which involves branding and marketing strategies. Chng Keng Lung, an IP litigation specialist, leads the practice and works on both contentious and non-contentious matters, while associate Teo Kah Min is a key member of the group and is frequently engaged in IP advisory and compliance work.

Under the leadership of Syed Naqiz Shahabuddin, the IP team at Naqiz & Partners frequently provides regulatory and compliance advice, conducts due diligence exercises, and handles trademark prosecutions. Lo Khai Yi is a key member of the group and is principally involved in IP registration matters, in addition to offering advice on franchising and regulation matters.

Salwah Abdul Shukor heads the IP practice at Zain & Co, which counts banks, financial institutions, and media corporations among its key roster of clients. The firm’s scope of work includes advising on various non-contentious IP matters such as anti-counterfeiting concerns, copyright and enforcement matters, franchising and licensing, and applications for patents and trademarks.