ELLALAN

[🌟𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗮𝘁 𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗡'𝘀 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰🕰️] 2024 has been a year of remarkable achievements at ELLALAN. We have continued to excel not only in the realm of IP but also in the way we conduct our business. 🎉   🏆 We were recognized as the GBA Firm of the Year (Hong Kong and Macau) by Asian Legal Business’ Hong Kong Law Awards 2024. This accolade highlights our dedication to legal excellence and our commitment to the GBA. Since 2019, we have integrated our HK and Guangzhou teams, encouraging GBA qualifications and participation in GBA initiatives. 🌟👏🏻   🌟 Giving back to our community remains a cornerstone of our values. In 2024: - Our firm received a gold award for pro bono efforts, with individual gold awards for Alan Chiu, Simon Wong, and Charles To. - Alan advised youth and trade associations, mentored through youth programs, and contributed to public discussions on IP and GBA issues. As President of the Rotary Club of Harmony and Prosperity Hong Kong, he introduced the IP Bank concept to the Millennium Entrepreneurship Programme (MEP). - Simon provided legal advice in public videos, prepared a legal pamphlet on online shopping laws, and organized arbitration events. - Charles served on advisory committees, mentored students, and chaired the Thetos Foundation Limited. - Our firm also participated in the Hong Kong Legal Walk 2024. 💬 We are keen to share our expertise. In 2024: - Delivered over 40 seminars on IP, AI, data protection, cybersecurity, arbitration, and more. - Published 20 articles on legal topics, including dispute resolution, IP, employment law, privacy, and emerging technologies. - Our Senior Consultant, Professor Kenny Wong, authored the IP booklet “Managing IP Assets”, providing practical insights for IP managers. - Selected by the Intellectual Property Department to deliver seminars and workshops, including “Practical Workshop for IP Manager” and “Importance of Copyright and Designs in the Digital Age”. 📈 Our colleagues’ personal growth is a key reason for our success. - Achieved a 100% retention rate for our 2nd-year trainees as newly qualified solicitors in 2024. - Our GBA lawyers are fully integrated with our Guangzhou team. Alan made a victorious debut as a GBA lawyer in a high-stakes trademark infringement case. - Encouraged and sponsored our lawyers to participate in global and local conferences and events. - Provided extensive regulatory and compliance advice on emerging technologies such as web3, AI, and blockchain. Alan, Simon, and Charles were named to the China Business Law Journal’s “The A-List 2024-2025: Visionaries.”   As we look ahead to 2025, we are excited for new opportunities. We celebrate our progress and look forward to the journey ahead. 🚀   We wish you a happy, healthy, and fulfilling 2025! 🎊   #ELLALAN #LawFirm #Achievements #CommunityService #Innovation #GBA #LegalExcellence #2025Goals

[✍🏼𝗜𝗣 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗹 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗞 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲📑] We are excited to share our latest article co-authorized by our Managing Partner Alan Chiu and our Trainee Solicitor Gloria Siu. This article summarises the key IP and AI initiatives outlined in the 2024 Hong Kong Policy Address, that focus on strengthening Hong Kong’s position as a regional IP trading centre and optimizing the transformative potential of AI across various sectors.📑 From plans to enhance the legislative framework for IP, to launching an AI-assisted trade mark image search services for the IP Department, and developing the Low-Altitude Economy, the article highlights the government's significant plans to drive innovation and economic growth. Additionally, it highlights the government's efforts to utilize AI in public services, fintech, education, and more.🌟 Planning ahead for 2025 and the future, we invite you to read the full article to gain insights into how these policies will shape the future of IP and AI in Hong Kong. 🚀 #ELLALAN #2024PolicyAddress #IntellectualProperty #IP #AI #2025 #Insights #HongKong

[🎄 𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀! 🎄] We had an incredible time celebrating the festive season together at our recent Christmas party! 🎉 From indulging in delicious food to participating in a thrilling gift exchange, the afternoon was filled with joy and laughter. One of the most exciting parts was our quiz session about the firm. It was not only fun but also a great way to reflect on our achievements and milestones over the past year! ✨ Another highlight of the party was our enchanting costume parade, where the creativity and team spirit were truly inspiring, with many of us even crafting our own props! The preparation process itself was a bonding experience, with team members collaborating and supporting each other to bring their ideas to life. 👑 Overall, the party was a fantastic opportunity to strengthen our team spirit, making us feel more connected than ever. It reminded us of the importance of coming together and celebrating our hard work and successes. 💪🏼 Wishing you a wonderful holiday season and a Happy New Year! 🎅🎁✨ #ELLALAN #ChristmasParty #TeamSpirit #MerryChristmas #HappyNewYear

[🌟 𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 🌟] Rong Wang, the Managing Director of ELLALAN (Beijing) IP Limited, represented our firm at the China Trademark Festival. 💬 This event is a renowned event for trademark and branding practitioners and industry players, providing an excellent platform for us to engage with thought leaders, exchange insights, and stay updated on the latest trends in trademark law. Rong’s participation underscores our commitment to staying at the forefront of intellectual property developments and delivering top-notch services to our clients. 💫 We look forward to leveraging the knowledge and connections gained from this festival to better serve our clients and continue our excellence in our IP practice. 🌟 #ELLALAN #TrademarkFestival #IntellectualProperty #IPLaw #IndustryLeadership

[🎤𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗧𝗥 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮💡] Our Partner, James Choi, recently moderated a great panel session at the WTR Brand Strategy Asia conference on defending domain name portfolios, covering key topics such as recent trends in protection and enforcement, various dispute resolution services, cost-efficient strategies, and effective management practices. Participants also discussed future developments, making it a truly enriching experience. 💡 As a law firm committed to excellence, we are dedicated to providing cutting-edge insights and solutions in this ever-changing legal landscape. We are excited about the future of domain name protection and enforcement and are honored to contribute to these critical discussions. 💬 Stay connected for more updates on our contributions to shaping the domain name landscape and insights on how we can help protect and defend your valuable assets in the digital realm! 🚀 #ELLALAN #WTR #DomainName #Insights #Conference #IP #IntellectualProperty 

[🧥 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗞𝗙𝗗𝗔 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗼𝘀𝗲 ✨] Our Partner, James Choi, and our Associate, Nicola Kung, were recently invited by our client, the Hong Kong Fashion Designers Association, to attend “Virtuose: The Artistry of Couture Fashion Show”. 👠 This event was an artistic and cultural dialogue featuring the creations of prominent international couture designers. James and Nicola were very excited to attend and had a wonderful time experiencing the creativity and innovation on display. They enjoyed engaging with the designers, learning about the inspirations behind their collections, and witnessing firsthand the intricate details and artistry that define couture fashion. Representing our firm at this special occasion was a fantastic opportunity to connect with the fashion community. Stay tuned for insights and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the world of high fashion, as well as our continued journey at the intersection of law and the creative industries. 🧥✨ #ELLALAN #HKFDA #Virtuose #Fashion #Design #HongKong

[🌟 𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆𝗨 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗼𝗽𝘆𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗣 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 🌟] We are thrilled to share that ELLALAN sponsored the recent CityU Asian Pacific Copyright Association IP Criminal Enforcement Conference, which featured the “OUP Book Conference (Criminal Intellectual Property Enforcement in Asia - Its Sources, Significance, and Side-Effects)” and the 9th VIPP Roundtable. Our Managing Partner Alan Chiu, and Partner James Choi both attended and enjoyed the conference, where it provided a platform for insightful discussions on various critical topics, including criminal enforcement of IP in Hong Kong, the intersection between IP and competition law in Korea, protecting trade secrets in India, and recent IP developments in Thailand. These discussions are crucial for understanding and navigating the complex landscape of intellectual property law in the region. ELLALAN is committed to fostering the exchange of ideas and supporting conferences to advance the field of intellectual property law. We believe that such events are essential for promoting innovation, collaboration, and legal excellence. 🚀 #ELLALAN #IPLaw #IntellectualProperty #Conference #Sponsorship #CityU #Innovation #LegalExcellence

[💡 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 “𝗟𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹” 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 Licensing International 💡] We recently hosted Licensing International's "Licensing Social: Chill & Learn - Protecting Your Innovation" at our office where licensing industry players came in on a Friday evening to share licensing insights and mingle. During the session, our Partner, James Choi, presented an insightful case study regarding an IP licensing dispute, and sparked an engaging discussion among the attendees on the various IP issues licensing businesses are concerned about, and their personal experience in the industry. Following the case study discussion, the group had a great time networking and exchanging ideas for the lovely Friday evening. At ELLALAN, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional legal expertise and staying abreast of industry trends to best serve our clients. Stay tuned for more updates and insights from our team! #ELLALAN #LicensingInternational #IPLicensing #TrademarkProtection #LegalInsights #InnovationProtection 

[📜𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗹 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲 𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿? ⚖️] We are excited to share our latest article, “When Will Hong Kong Court Issue a Pass Over Order?”. In the recent case of LO ELLIE OO YI v CHAU YAN GE (HCMP 833/2023 [2024] HKCFI 2702), the Court of First Instance examined the issuance of a Pass Over Order, highlighting the significance of effective estate management. 📖 This case illuminates the Court's role in balancing the interests of beneficiaries with the duties of estate administrators. The decision underscores the Court's discretion to prioritize efficient estate administration, especially in complex family and business contexts. By passing over the defendant due to pending divorce proceedings and questionable post-death conduct, the Court emphasized the importance of professional estate management for the welfare of beneficiaries. This judgment sets a compelling precedent for probate cases, focusing on practical estate management over rigid priority rules. This case offers valuable insights from the Court’s considerations when evaluating Pass Over Orders, particularly in complicated family disputes involving substantial assets. Stay informed on the evolving landscape of probate law and estate administration with us! 🚀 #ELLALAN #Insights #Article #Probate #Dispute #Estate #PassOverOrder

 [🌟 𝗘𝗟𝗟𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗛𝗮𝗱 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗚𝘂𝗻𝘀 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝘇𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗣 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰! 🌐] ELLALAN has always dedicated its full strength and support towards IP development in Hong Kong and elsewhere, and it is no different for this year’s Hong Kong Business of IP Asia Forum 2024. The annual Forum was held at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre last week, and was jointly organized by the HKSAR Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, which brought together IP professionals and business leaders from around the globe to discuss the latest developments and explore collaboration opportunities in the IP world. Our team, including Managing Partner Alan Chiu, Senior Consultant Professor Kenny Wong, and Partners Rosita Li and James Choi, delivered, moderated and/or assisted insightful presentations, talks and discussions on cutting-edge topics ranging from AI, IP policy, to the importance of IP rights in the digital age.   These sessions were both engaging and interactive, and also highlighted the firm’s expertise and thought leadership in the IP domain. We relished the opportunity to exchange ideas and celebrate the theme of this year's forum, “Reimagining IP for Impact and Growth”, with experts from various sectors. We are excited to continue leading the conversation on IP innovation and look forward to the BIP Asia Forum 2025 for more enriching discussions and collaborations! #ELLALAN #BIP #BIPAsia #IP #Forum #Insights #Expertise #Innovation