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China IP Foreign Associate Support
We support China filings, prosecution, evidence work, and disputes while keeping the instructing firm informed and respecting its relationship with the client.
No online checkout. We review the matter first and confirm the scope, fees, and contracting entity in writing.
Conflict checks, authority, confidentiality, responsibility for deadlines, the billing route, and client-contact rules should be agreed before substantive work begins.
Typical standard scope
China-side execution for U.S. law firms and IP agencies, with clear roles and respect for the instructing firm's client relationship.
- 01Conflict and role confirmation
- 02Matter-specific scope and quote
- 03China filing or proceeding coordination
- 04English-language reporting and deadline control
- 05Client-relationship protection protocol
Before you instruct us
Set the handoff before sending the case file.
For instructing counsel and IP agencies, a useful first instruction identifies the client or applicant, matter type, current stage, and known deadlines. Include your preferred reporting format and clarify whether your firm or the client should receive routine correspondence.
Before confidential materials are shared, confirm conflicts and the appropriate confidentiality arrangements. The written scope should identify the responsible entity, approval contacts, translation needs, fee treatment, and how the next deadline will be reported.
Information to prepare
Start with identifying information, then share material safely.
- Instructing firm and client names
- Matter number and requested service
- Known deadlines
- Preferred reporting protocol
- Authority and billing contact
Representative fee
Matter-basedscope and reporting agreed firstChinese government fees are included only within the stated standard scope. If classification, document length, evidence, urgency, or later work changes the scope, the written proposal controls.
How the matter proceeds
Every step leaves a clear owner and deadline.
- 01
Confirm the matter and deadline
- 02
Complete conflict and confidentiality steps
- 03
Agree on scope, fees, and the contracting entity
- 04
Perform the work and report the next deadline
Common questions
China IP Foreign Associate Support
Will you contact our client directly?
Only under the agreed communication protocol. We respect the instructing firm's relationship with its client.
Can you report in English?
Yes. The written proposal can define expectations for status, deadline, and document reporting.
Which entity contracts?
The proposal identifies the appropriate authorized China or Hong Kong entity for the matter and agreed payment route.