JCIP – Los Angeles, CA

Global IP Protection from Los Angeles

JCIP (Joseph Chu Intellectual Property) is a full-service intellectual property boutique law firm with a strong presence in Downtown Los Angeles. Founded by Joseph Chu, a Registered Patent Attorney and former chemical engineer, the firm specializes in protecting technological assets for clients ranging from solo inventors to international corporations. JCIP is distinct in its ability to handle IP matters on a global scale, maintaining a vast network of foreign associates to secure rights in nearly every country. If you need to find a lawyer who understands the science behind your invention and the laws that protect it, Joseph Chu’s dual expertise in engineering and law makes him an invaluable asset.

Technical and Legal Expertise

The firm’s attorneys possess diverse technical backgrounds in biotechnology, chemistry, and engineering, allowing them to grasp the nuances of complex innovations. Their practice areas include:

• Patent Prosecution: drafting and filing patent applications in the U.S. and coordinating filings abroad under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT).
• Trademark Strategy: Managing global brand portfolios, including clearance searches, registration, and opposition proceedings.
• IP Litigation: Representing plaintiffs and defendants in federal court cases involving patent infringement, trademark dilution, and trade secret misappropriation.
• Post-Grant Proceedings: defending or challenging patents before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB).
• Licensing & Transactions: Structuring technology transfer agreements and licensing deals to commercialize intellectual property.

A Boutique Approach

Despite its global reach, JCIP maintains the personalized service of a boutique firm. They take the time to understand each client’s business objectives, ensuring that their IP strategy aligns with their commercial goals. Joseph Chu is fluent in Indonesian and Malay, and the firm acts as a gateway for many Southeast Asian companies entering the U.S. market. Their dedication to cost-effective strategies means they focus on resolving disputes efficiently, often achieving favorable outcomes without prolonged litigation.

Proven Leadership

Joseph Chu has been selected to the Super Lawyers Rising Stars list multiple times, a testament to his professional achievement and peer recognition. The firm’s success is built on a foundation of technical rigor and legal creativity, ensuring that every patent and trademark they handle is given the highest level of care.

We are committed to helping our clients protect their IP assets, which we know are priceless.