Dennis Lee

With extensive experience in advising client both nationally and internationally, Dennis plays an active role in the firm.
Dennis is a Partner in the Intellectual Property and Business Services team with over 20 years of experience in advising businesses and individuals on the protection and exploitation of their valuable business IP and contracts.
He has a deep understanding and passion for businesses in sectors such as manufacturing, technology, IT, AI, R&D, cultural and creative industries, media and entertainment, retail, fashion, historical heritage, hospitality and leisure industries on various aspects of commercial, intellectual property and business law, both from a contentious and non-contentious perspective.
Dennis has advised on various specialist areas of law, including commercial and technology contracts, IT and AI, copyright, trade mark, design, patent, confidentiality, licensing, data protection, arts sector contracts, media agreements, distribution and funding, social media and influencer arrangements, trade mark or copyright disputes, branding, passing off and R&D contracts. He takes a robust and hands-on approach when assisting clients with negotiation and drafting of legal documentation and in particular on contractual disputes, trade mark or copyright infringements, passing off, design or patent licensing disputes, and other contentious matters.
He has been rated for four consecutive years by Chambers and Partners as a leader in the field of intellectual property law.
Dennis is fluent in written and spoken Mandarin and Cantonese.