Lusheng Law Firm
Firm overview:
Established in 2006, Lusheng Law Firm has built a reputation as one of China’s foremost IP boutiques, offering end-to-end services that span trademarks, patents, copyright, trade secrets, domain names, unfair competition, and regulatory IP. With offices in Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou, and registration as a licensed patent agency with CNIPA, the firm is well positioned to advise both domestic and multinational clients on the full spectrum of IP needs.
Lusheng distinguishes itself through its litigation and enforcement strength, regularly handling complex disputes that set precedents and are selected as “typical cases” by Chinese courts.With an exceptionally high win rate in civil litigation of 97%, the firm has been noticed for its prowess in courts. The firm’s ability to combine contentious firepower with portfolio management and prosecution makes it a go-to adviser for brand owners facing both strategic planning and enforcement challenges.
Through its close partnership with Rouse, Lusheng brings an international dimension to its practice, coordinating cross-border portfolios and multi-jurisdictional disputes. The firm is frequently recognised for its ability to deliver high-value outcomes in China’s fast-evolving IP environment The firm services clients in a broad range of sectors, from FMCG and luxury goods through to pharmaceuticals, telecoms, technology, manufacturing and media.
Team overview:
Lusheng’s team is composed of experienced litigators, IP strategists, and multilingual professionals, many with international training and backgrounds in science and technology.
Landy Jiang, assumed the role of Managing Partner at Lusheng Law Firm in 2024, overseeing the firm’s overall business and development operations, while also serving as Global Co-Head of Dispute Resolution, focusing on intellectual property litigation and dispute resolution. Additionally, Jiang’s practice encompasses a wide range of intellectual property matters, including issues related to overseas investment and mergers and acquisitions, overseas IP portfolio management, and Artificial Intelligence Generated Content (AIGC) matters. She has also handled several landmark cases in the Chinese judicial arena, many of which have garnered recognition from both the courts and industry organisations.
Joined by Ling Jin, the Honorary Managing Partner of Shanghai Office of Lusheng. She leads clients through the complex intellectual property and regulatory challenges in the digital arena, enabling successful delivery of commercial objectives.
Other notable team members are Carol Wang, Sharon Qiao, Alice Hou and Miriam Yang.
Carol Wang brings deep litigation expertise and is praised for her technical skills and ability to secure high compensation awards for clients in trademark and unfair competition cases.
Sharon Qiao, a senior partner with overseas training, is particularly experienced in matters that have shaped judicial practice in China, with multiple cases cited as “typical” by Chinese courts. Alice Hou heads the Guangzhou Litigation Team and is known for her versatility across contentious and non-contentious IP, including criminal enforcement and trade secrets litigation. Miriam Yang strengthens the firm’s Guangzhou office with a broad practice covering disputes, licensing, and commercial IP matters.
This combination of senior leadership and regional depth gives Lusheng the ability to act quickly across China, coordinate with enforcement bodies, and provide sector-specific advice in industries ranging from consumer goods to life sciences and technology.
Key matters:
Lusheng secured a landmark win for Casio, the court granted trade dress protection for Casio's GA-110 watch design after the design patent expired, and ordered the defendants to pay 3 million CNY.
Clients:
Casio
