Reed Smith

Firm Overview:

Reed Smith, known mainly in China for its strong corporate transactional practice, comes recommended by peers for its intellectual property related services in the mainland. The full-service firm assists foreign companies with their trademark registration and works with local counsel for dispute resolution for intellectual property rights. Reed Smith’s client base varies by sector though it has particular expertise in the manufacturing, media and entertainment industries.

Team Overview:

Reed Smith has more than 30 offices around the world, including Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong. Shanghai partner Jay Yan’s broad practice includes cross-border investment, mergers and acquisitions, and real estate. Yan also assists foreign enterprises in registering trademarks in China and with dispute resolution of intellectual property rights. He has represented Chinese enterprises in trademark and patent matters in Europe and the United States.