Managing Director Ms. Jennifer Che was invited as a guest lecturer at the School of Law, City University of Hong Kong, for the course “International & Comparative Patent and Trademark Law”.

In her lecture, Jennifer shared practical insights drawn from her extensive experience in patent and trademark practice across Asia and globally. She discussed key differences in patent and trademark systems between major jurisdictions, recent developments in international IP law, strategic considerations for cross-border protection, and real-world case studies relevant to both practitioners and students.

The session provided students with valuable industry perspectives on how theoretical concepts are applied in practice, particularly in the context of Hong Kong, China, and international markets.

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