Lawrence Yip
Chief Executive Officer
Adjunct Professor (Lincoln U.C.)
Accredited HRDcorp’s Trainer
Email: yip@trademark2u.org

Professional Background:
Lawrence Yip is a seasoned legal professional, entrepreneur, and thought leader in the field of Intellectual Property (IP). After being admitted to the Malaysian Bar in 2001, he swiftly identified the rising significance of IP in the global economy and established his own legal practice with a dedicated focus on IP rights.

In 2005, he founded TRADEMARK2U SDN BHD, which has grown into one of Malaysia’s foremost IP service providers under his strategic leadership. His vision has transformed the company into a regional powerhouse with a strong international footprint in Thailand, Indonesia, Hong Kong, and China. TRADEMARK2U is recognized for delivering end-to-end IP solutions, from registration and protection to commercialization and cross-border advisory services.

With over two decades of experience, Lawrence Yip has been instrumental in shaping Malaysia’s IP landscape, driving innovation, and championing the importance of intangible assets as a core element of business value. Beyond his corporate achievements, he is a passionate educator and capacity builder in the IP domain.

In recognition of his contributions, he was appointed as Adjunct Professor at Malaysia’s Lincoln University College, effective 1 May 2024, where he plays a vital role in mentoring and equipping the next generation of IP professionals. His work bridges legal expertise, policy insight, and commercial application—making him a trusted name in both legal and entrepreneurial circles.

Qualifications:
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Bond University
Registered Trademark Agent
Registered Industrial Design Agent
Registered Patent Agent
Registered Plant Variety Protection (PVP) Agent
Registered Geographical Indications Agent
Accredited HRD Corp Certified Trainer (ID: 37471)
Advocate & Solicitor, High Court of Malaya (Non-Practising)

WIPO & IP CERTIFICATION COURSES:
WIPO–IPOS Executive Program in Intangible Asset Management, 2025
WIPO–China (Renmin University) Summer School on Intellectual Property, 2024
WIPO–Harvard Law School Course in Patent Law and Global Public Health(PatentX), 2024.
WIPO Interactive Online Workshop on AI and Intellectual Property, 2024

AREAS OF PRACTICE & EXPERTISE:
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
Trademark, Industrial Design, Patent & GI Regulation
IP Strategy, Enforcement, and Commercialization
IP Training and Capacity Building
Cross-border IP Advisory and Expansion
Intangible Asset Management and Valuation

Awards and Recognition:
Golden Bull Award, 2008
Enterprise 50 Award, 2010-2012
Malaysia Book of Records, 2005

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