Watson & Band is proud to announce a rare distinct honor: both of its primary operating entities—Watson & Band Law Offices and Watson & Band Intellectual Property Agency Ltd—have been named "2025 Shanghai Model Integrity Patent Agencies."

The titles were conferred on June 30, 2025, during the Annual Meeting of the Shanghai Intellectual Property Service Industry Association (SIPSIA). This dual recognition highlights the firm’s unique position in the market as a fully integrated service provider that maintains the highest ethical standards across both legal and agency practices.

• 30 Years of Trust and Integrity

Since its founding in 1995, Watson & Band has adhered to a core philosophy of "Integrity, Strategy, Professionalism and Dedication."

Winning this title for both the law offices and the IP agency simultaneously is a significant industry benchmark. For our international clients, this official certification serves as a guarantee of compliance, transparency, and reliability—qualities that are essential when navigating the Chinese IP landscape.

• Expertise in Frontier Technologies

This recognition is built on the foundation of a robust technical team. Comprising hundreds of senior lawyers, patent attorneys, and technical experts, Watson & Band covers critical emerging sectors including:

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)

• Semiconductors

• Bio-Pharmaceuticals

• Chemical Engineering

By combining deep technical knowledge with legal acuity, the firm successfully manages high-value patent portfolios and complex litigation for innovation-driven enterprises worldwide.

• The "Law + IP" Advantage

Moving forward, Watson & Band remains committed to its "Law + IP" dual-drive model. By seamlessly integrating the capabilities of a top-tier law office with a specialized patent agency, we provide full-lifecycle protection for innovation—from initial drafting and prosecution to commercialization and judicial enforcement.

We are dedicated to assisting Shanghai in becoming a global highland for IP protection and ensuring that every client receives professional, trustworthy support.