Mr
Zhaobo
Li

Experience

Zhaobo is a European and Chinese patent attorney specialising in chemistry and materials. He operates at all stages of the patent lifecycle including drafting, prosecution and opposition proceedings before the EPO, for a range of global chemical clients. Zhaobo has a solid foundation in Chinese patent law and practice, having spent four years as patent examiner at the Chinese Patent Office and another four years as a patent attorney at a leading IP law firm in China. This expertise and perspective allow him to navigate the complex legal landscapes in both Europe and China with ease and coordinate successful multinational proceedings in these jurisdictions.

Zhaobo is adept in crafting high-quality submissions. Leveraging his background as a Chinese patent examiner means he can identify critical details in patent cases and assess legal matters from multiple viewpoints, a skill that is highly valued by his clients. His deep understanding of both legal systems ensures he delivers objective, targeted strategies, and insightful arguments.

Zhaobo qualified as a Chinese Patent Attorney in 2014. He was trained at another top UK firm and qualified as a European Patent Attorney in 2023.