Facing a trademark, contract or inheritance matter in China?
Intellectual Property & Commercial Lawyer in Beijing, China · 16 years
Protecting brands, resolving disputes and safeguarding family interests in China.
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Practice Areas
Protect brands, inventions and creative works in China
Foreign brands entering China · Chinese companies expanding overseas · Multinational corporations
Resolve business disputes with clarity and force
Foreign SMEs · Suppliers and manufacturers · Beijing-based businesses
Protect family interests across borders
Expatriates in Beijing · Overseas Chinese families · International couples
Why Andrea
Andrea Liang is a partner at Hengdu Law Firm and former leader of the IP team's cross-border practice at Zhong Lun, one of China's premier law firms. She holds an LL.M. from East China University of Political Science and Law and a B.A. from South China University of Technology. She is fluent in English and works daily with clients from Europe, North America and Asia.
Over 16 years, she has built and defended global IP portfolios, handled multi-million dollar disputes, and argued landmark retrial cases before China's Supreme Court. Her clients include Fortune 500 companies, central state-owned enterprises and fast-growing innovators in technology, fashion, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals and financial services.
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Recognition
Provincial and municipal overseas IP dispute expert panels
English-language articles on China IP, data and technology law
Countries covered in cross-border trademark and patent portfolios
Years of experience in IP prosecution, litigation and enforcement
Selected as an overseas IP dispute response guidance expert by authorities in Hainan, Hubei, Xinjiang, Weifang, Huizhou, Huainan and Chengdu. Former senior attorney at Zhong Lun Law Firm. Partner at Hengdu Law Firm, Beijing.
Selected Results
RMB 3M
JOYCITY trademark win, fully enforced
Supreme Court
Safety Jogger reversal victory
Top 10 Case
Miasuki, Shenzhen courts 2021
Client Testimonials
— James R., Supply Chain Director, US-based import company"We had a serious quality dispute with a Chinese supplier that threatened to disrupt our entire supply chain. Andrea stepped in and handled the negotiation with precision. She understood the commercial pressure we were under and secured a settlement that compensated our losses while preserving the business relationship."
— Michael T., Brand Director, European consumer goods company"Our trademark was being used by a competitor in China, and we were losing sales and brand credibility. Andrea mapped out a clear enforcement strategy, worked with the authorities and secured a favourable judgment. She kept us informed at every step in English, which made a complicated process feel manageable."
— Jennifer W., Overseas Chinese Citizen, Canada"I live in Canada and inherited a property in Beijing that I needed to sell. The process seemed impossible from abroad—documents, approvals, coordination with local agencies. Andrea managed everything on my behalf. She guided me through the legal requirements, connected me with reliable local partners, and ensured the transaction was completed smoothly. I never had to fly back to China. Her service was worth every penny."
Common Questions
Yes. Foreign rights holders can enforce trademarks in China through administrative complaints, civil litigation and customs recordals. A China-registered trademark provides the strongest basis for enforcement.
Yes. Cases filed in Beijing courts generally require a Chinese-licensed attorney. Foreign lawyers are not permitted to appear in Chinese courts or represent clients in domestic litigation.
Administrative actions typically take 6–12 months. Civil litigation can take 12–24 months depending on the court, complexity and whether appeals are filed.
Yes, subject to Chinese inheritance law and required notarization or court procedures. Cross-border estate planning can reduce delays and reduce disputes among heirs.
Look for China-law qualifications, relevant industry experience, English fluency, and a track record in both IP prosecution and enforcement. Experience with your specific sector and type of dispute is valuable.
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