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Lilian Qiu has extensive experience in intellectual property law, particularly in the areas of trademark protection, copyright, unfair competition, and IP dispute resolution. She has represented a wide range of domestic and international clients in complex trademark prosecution and enforcement matters, as well as administrative and judicial proceedings involving IP rights. Known for her practical approach and deep understanding of brand protection strategies, Lilian is widely appreciated by clients for delivering thoughtful, commercially oriented legal solutions.

Founded in 2002, Chang Tsi & Partners is a leading intellectual property law firm in China, providing comprehensive services covering trademarks, patents, copyrights, IP litigation, and related commercial legal matters. With a team of highly experienced professionals and offices across key locations, the firm advises multinational corporations, innovative enterprises, and well-known brands on protecting and managing their intellectual property assets.