NEW BOOK IN SERIES – NOVEMBER 2024

Research Guide to Chinese Intellectual Property Law

Chinese Law Series, Vol. 20

Robert H. Hu, Professor of Law

Director of Sarita Kenedy East Law Library (2005-2021)

St. Mary’s University School of Law

$145.00

A valuable tool for researchers and practitioners studying Chinese intellectual property law or working within China’s legal and business landscape.

Your Essential Resource for Navigating Intellectual Property Law in China

Research Guide to Chinese Intellectual Property Law by Robert H. Hu is an essential resource for navigating the dynamic landscape of intellectual property (IP) law in China. With the world’s largest number of patent grants and trademark registrations, China has become a global IP powerhouse, offering vast opportunities for innovation and commerce. This book unpacks the complexities of Chinese IP law, offering clear and comprehensive coverage of patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets. Whether you’re a legal professional, academic, or business leader, it equips you with the knowledge to protect and leverage your intellectual assets in one of the world’s most influential markets.

Written by a leading expert, this book blends scholarly depth with practical insights. It offers step-by-step guidance for conducting legal research, analyzing court decisions, and understanding international treaties relevant to Chinese IP law. From the nuances of the 2020 Patent Law amendments to the latest developments in trade secrets litigation, the guide highlights key legislation and case law shaping the country’s IP landscape. Combining academic rigor with real-world applicability, it equips researchers and practitioners to navigate China’s evolving legal framework and its alignment with international standards.

Comprehensive Coverage

This book addresses all major aspects of Chinese IP law—including patents, copyrights, trademarks, and trade secrets—in one authoritative guide, filling a critical gap in existing resources.

Bilingual & Authentic

Key legal terms, case names, statutes, and documents are available in both English and Chinese, ensuring accuracy for global researchers and enhancing accessibility for effective research.

Structured Guidance

Access expertly curated legal documents backed by reliable, verifiable sources. Organized for clarity, each resource provides step-by-step guidance to navigate the complexities of Chinese IP law.

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Summary of Contents

Map of China
Table of Primary Statutes and Rules
Table of International Agreements
Glossary with Chinese Pronunciation and English Translation
Chronology of Major Events
Preface
About the Author
Chapter 1. Introduction
Chapter 2. Patent Law
Chapter 3. Copyright Law
Chapter 4. Trademark Law
Chapter 5. Trade Secrets Law
Chapter 6. Information Resources
Chapter 7. Selected Bibliography
Appendixes of Primary Legal Documents
Index
Acknowledgements

This guide is an essential resource for anyone involved in Chinese intellectual property law, business, or global trade, including:

Professors, students, and researchers in Chinese IP law, international law, and comparative law.
Lawyers and general counsel representing companies that are expanding operations or doing business in China.
Academic and law librarians supporting foreign or international law studies.
Legal scholars conducting comparative studies on IP law across jurisdictions.

Law firm librarians specializing in transnational legal research.
Academic and law libraries in the U.S., Canada, and English-speaking countries.
Government, corporate, and specialty libraries with a focus on international business or Chinese legal systems.
Policy makers and consultants analyzing global IP trends.

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About the Author

Robert H. Hu, Professor of Law

Robert H. Hu is a tenured Professor of Law at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas. From 2005 to 2021, he served as the Director of the Sarita Kenedy East Law Library at St. Mary’s. Born and raised in China, Professor Hu holds an LL.B. from Peking University (China) and an LL.M., an MS in Library and Information Science, and a Ph.D. in Education from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Before joining St. Mary’s in 2005, he gained extensive experience as a law librarian and administrator at four other law schools across the United States, including the College of William & Mary, Wake Forest University, Gonzaga University, and Texas Tech University. At St. Mary’s, he teaches courses such as Conflict of Laws, Advanced Legal Research, Trademark and Unfair Competition Law, and International Intellectual Property Law, and directed the law school’s study abroad program in China from 2010 to 2019.

Professor Hu is the author of several influential books including Guide to China Copyright Law Studies (William S. Hein & Co., 2000), Research Guide to Chinese Patent Law and Practice (William S. Hein & Co., 2002), Research Guide to Chinese Trademark Law and Practice (Carolina Academic Press, 2009), Research Guide to Chinese Copyright Law (William S. Hein & Co., 2nd edition, 2016), and Research Guide to Chinese Patent Law and Practice (William S. Hein & Co., 2nd edition, 2022). In addition, he has published numerous articles on Chinese intellectual property law, American legal research, and law library management.

Professor Hu is an elected member of the American Law Institute (ALI) and is active in professional organizations such as the American Association of Law Schools (AALS), the American Bar Association (ABA), and the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL). He is also a former Fulbright scholar in the United States.

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