Mr. Derek Lau joined the Intellectual Property Department (IPD) of the HKSAR Government in 2012. Before joining IPD, Derek Lau had worked in private practice in the intellectual property area for over 10 years. He has all-rounded IP experience including prosecuting trade mark applications, oppositions and invalidations, drafting patent specifications and prosecuting patent applications, handling IP related court actions, and providing advice on IP transactions.
Besides having a LL.B. degree from the London University, Derek Lau had obtained a Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of Minnesota, USA, which provides him with the engineering knowledge to handle patent work. He also passed the qualification examination for China patent agents.
Currently, Derek Lau is engaged in the legislative and preparatory work for implementing the new patent system in Hong Kong.