At SB LAW, our strength lies in our people. We are dedicated to providing our clients with legal support of the highest caliber, and this starts with having industry-leading experts at the helm of our departments. We are pleased to profile Ms. Dao Thu Trang, our Head of Patent Department, whose exceptional technical and legal acumen is a vital resource for our clients.
With over 17 years of specialized experience in Intellectual Property, Ms. Trang has a remarkable depth of knowledge. Since beginning her practice in 2009, she has navigated the complexities of both patent and industrial design law, building a distinguished career marked by strategic successes for her clients. Her tenure includes positions at some of Vietnam’s most prominent intellectual property firms, where she has successfully represented a broad range of clients, from local emerging businesses to multinational corporations.
As Head of the Patent Department , Ms. Trang manages a wide spectrum of IP matters. Her core competencies include:
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Patent Drafting and Specification: Crafting detailed patent specifications across a variety of technical fields.
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IP Prosecution and Management: Personally handling nearly 2,000 cases through filing, examination, and post-grant procedures.
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Contested Matters: Expertise in opposition proceedings, invalidation actions, and enforcement of IP rights.
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Assignments and Licensing: Advising clients on the strategic commercialization and transfer of their industrial property.
A cornerstone of Ms. Trang’s success is her high standard of professional technical precision. She possesses a rare dual qualification, holding a Bachelor of Engineering in Food Technology and a Bachelor of Laws. This unique combination allows her to understand and articulate the technical innovations of her clients with exceptional clarity. Furthermore, approximately 80% of the applications she has prosecuted have successfully proceeded to grant , reflecting her ability to secure meaningful and robust IP protection in Vietnam’s evolving legal landscape.
Ms. Trang is also dedicated to international professional development. She has completed advanced training and received certifications from leading institutions, including the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) and the APEC IPR Information Facilitator (IPi-Facilitator) Program.
We encourage you to learn more about how Ms. Trang and the SB LAW team can help you transform your innovative technical and creative concepts into protected, high-value assets. Contact us today to discuss your IP strategy.
