Deacons

Deacons is one of the leading firms for IP work in Hong Kong SAR. The firm has a large team of patent attorneys and lawyers who collaborate on patent filing/prosecution and litigation in Hong Kong SAR and China. It is also recommended for commercial IP work. Charmaine Koo, who has a science background, leads the firm's IP litigation department. Koo specialises in IP enforcement. Catherine Zheng is head of the patents and designs group. Partners Patsy Lau and Annie Tsoi are specialists in brand protection and disputes work. Koo and Tsoi lead the firm's IP department. The partners are supported by a strong team of associates.

2023

"They are a great team and professional."

"Deacons maintains a high quality of work and provides client-oriented advice."

"They are experienced in IP, provide pragmatic advice, and can provide additional legal advice if necessary."

"The team members are approachable and provide practical legal advice in a timely manner. "

"They are always available to discuss any tricky issues, and appear to have a good handle on Chinese law and the technology. "

"We like that the partner does not sit on the fence and they are able to deliver client-tailored solutions. "

"They are professional and proactive."

"Deacons can provide comprehensive IP service covering all aspects. The team is composed of attorneys with diversified talents and legal skills."

Partners Vivian Poon and Rodney Goh are no longer with the firm. Former IP Star and co-head of IP Annie Siu-Ting Tsoi left the firm in 2024.