Partner, Attorney at Law
Beijing, China
"Specializing in Foreign Investment, International Trade, IP Protection, and Dispute Resolution in China."
With nearly 20 years of experience, Yao Liang advises international companies on the complexities of the Chinese market, managing regulatory risks and securing cross‑border deal success.
Market entry strategy and establishing foreign-invested enterprises in China.
Joint ventures, equity acquisitions, and complex deal structuring.
Registering, licensing, and enforcement of trademarks, copyrights, and patents in China.
Commercial arbitration (CIETAC) and litigation in Chinese courts.
Import/export compliance and cross-border commercial contracts.
Acted as ongoing intellectual property counsel for major US and Australian corporations in the beverage and healthcare sectors, managing comprehensive trademark portfolios and licensing agreements.
Successfully represented UK and US clients in copyright and trademark infringement lawsuits, securing compensation and halting infringing activities such as nationwide tours.
Achieved multiple victories in administrative litigations against the China Trademark Office and successfully defended clients in trademark cancellation retrials at the Supreme Court level.
Advised numerous international companies on foreign direct investment strategies, including the structuring and establishment of Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprises (WFOEs) and Joint Ventures.
Represented foreign clients in complex commercial arbitrations before CIETAC regarding international trade and distribution disputes.
Provided strategic guidance to foreign-invested enterprises on customs regulations, regulatory approvals, and daily operational legal risks.