CTMAA: Your Partner for Intellectual Property Protection

Connecting the World to the Chinese Market

About CTMAA

Founding Background

In the wave of globalization, China, as one of the world’s most dynamic consumer markets, has attracted the attention of countless overseas enterprises. However, for many ambitious international brands, the first step into the Chinese market—trademark registration—is often fraught with challenges. A complex legal system, linguistic and cultural differences, and cumbersome administrative procedures form an invisible barrier. It is against this backdrop that the China Trademark Agency Alliance (CTMAA) was established. We are building a strategic service team that brings together China’s top trademark agents, intellectual property lawyers, and professional consulting firms. Each member has deep, long-term experience in China’s IP field and profoundly understands the pain points and needs of overseas enterprises when registering trademarks in China. Our goal is to be the intellectual property guardian for international companies entering the Chinese market.

The standard for joining CTMAA

We sincerely invite individuals and institutions that meet the standards and agree with our philosophy to apply to join and become intellectual property guardians connecting the world and the Chinese market. Learn more

CTMAA

China Trademark Agency Alliance

CTMAA is more than just a China tradmark registration service provider; we are your strategic partner for entering and establishing yourself in the Chinese market. We are dedicated to clearing obstacles, using our professionalism, experience, and integrity to safeguard your brand in China.

Core Mission and Principles

The core mission of CTMAA is to create an efficient, transparent, and trustworthy channel for international enterprises to register trademarks and protect their intellectual property in China. Our principles are:

  • Simplicity: We transform the complex trademark application process into clear, manageable steps, freeing our clients from the complexities of legal jargon and administrative procedures so they can focus on their core business development.
  • Expertise: With an average of over ten years of hands-on experience, our team provides clients with precise trademark searches, forward-thinking layout strategies, and powerful solutions for oppositions and rejections. Our professional knowledge is the solid shield for our clients’ brand assets.
  • Authoritativeness: We don’t just handle cases; we continuously study the latest developments and precedents in Chinese trademark law, striving to be an authoritative source that connects international standards with Chinese practices. The analysis and guides we publish are designed to help clients make wiser decisions.
  • Trustworthiness: We know that intellectual property is one of a company’s most valuable assets. Therefore, we are committed to serving every client with the highest professional and ethical standards, ensuring timely communication, transparent fees, and clear, traceable case progress. We do not seek one-time transactions, but long-term partnerships.

Our Commitment to E-E-A-T

  • Experience: Our team brings together experts who have handled thousands of foreign-related trademark applications in China, serving a wide range of clients from tech startups to Fortune 500 companies. Our extensive case experience enables us to handle all kinds of complex situations with confidence.
  • Expertise: Every member of our team possesses a solid legal foundation and engages in continuous professional development, ensuring our services always remain at the forefront of the industry.
  • Authoritativeness: As a collective, we have established a broad reputation in the field of Chinese trademark agency. Our professional opinions are trusted by numerous clients and partners, making us a powerful voice for you in the Chinese market.
  • Trustworthiness: Transparent pricing, clear service agreements, and absolute confidentiality of client information are the cornerstones of our service. We believe that trust is the foundation of cooperation.

our team

Mainland China region

Our team is wholeheartedly at your service to protect your intellectual property rights

Kevin kang

Founder | Cross-domain Strategic Integration Expert in Intellectual Property

Clark ma

Senior IP Consultant | Leading Expert in Chinese Trademark Practice

Ethan Tang

Attorney | Legal Counsel | Intellectual Property Litigation Strategist

Jenna Wang

Operations Director | Hands-on Expert in IP Systems

South America region
FREDERICO FERNANDES NETO

Attorney in Brazil | Specialized in investment and trademark registration.

Mainland China region
Mkama M Kalebu

Manage the intellectual property portfolios of Tanzania, Zanzibar, the African Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO), and all African countries

Our China trademark registration filing channel

CNIPA Listed Agency

The following three institutions are the main channels through which our alliance submits China trademark registration applications. They are all CNIPA-registered agencies and fully possess the relevant qualifications. They can be verified on the trademark office of CNIPA Online.

Screenshot of Quan Ming Xin being listed on CNIPA
Quan ming xin

Star Bright Technology Service (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd

Screenshot of Guo Li Jing Li being listed on CNIPA
guo li jing li

Shanghai National Jingli Intellectual Property Service Office

Screenshot of Mu jiu being listed on CNIPA
Mu jiu

Shanghai Mjugu Technology Co., Ltd

Standards for membership in the Allianc

jion CTMAA

The China Trademark Agency Alliance (CTMAA) is not just a directory of services, but a strategic service team of China’s top IP experts built on trust, professionalism and shared values. We are committed to providing the highest level of intellectual property protection services to our clients worldwide. Therefore, we use the strictest and most careful criteria in the selection of members to ensure that each member represents and maintains the collective reputation of the Alliance.
We sincerely invite individuals and organizations that meet the following criteria and agree with our philosophy to apply to join us and become an intellectual property guardian connecting the world and the Chinese market.

Applicants for membership in the CTMAA, whether institutions or individuals, must meet the following two indispensable basic thresholds:

  • China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) Official Record
    • Applicant Institutions: Must be service institutions formally registered with the Trademark Bureau of the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) and possessing legal qualifications for trademark agency.
    • Individual applicants: Must be a trademark agent or IP lawyer with 10 years of experience in trademark agency services and must be employed in an institution already registered with the State Intellectual Property Office of China.
  • Extensive experience in the field of intellectual property
    • Core Team/Individual: The core founder of the applying institution or the leading expert team in charge of the case, or the individual applying, must have at least 10 years of full-time professional experience in intellectual property (particularly in the field of trademarks).

In addition to the basic requirements, we also need to assess the applicant’s actual abilities and past records in the following aspects:

  • Proven Success in Complex Cases
    • The applicant must demonstrate not only proficiency in handling standard trademark registration applications but also possess extensive successful case histories in dealing with complex matters such as trademark oppositions, revocations, cancellations, and administrative litigation.
  • Extensive Experience with International Clients
    • Must have mature experience in serving overseas enterprises or individuals, with a profound understanding of the differences in communication methods, service expectations, and cultural backgrounds of international clients.
  • Client-First Philosophy
    • The applicant must embrace and practice a customer-centric service philosophy, and their past service records should reflect professional qualities such as proactive communication, timely responses, and high transparency.
  • Adherence to the Highest Ethical Standards
    • The applicant must have an impeccable record of professional ethics, with no history of penalties imposed by industry associations or administrative authorities due to violations or dishonest conduct.

  • Submission of Application: Prospective members must submit a formal application form along with relevant supporting documents, including proof of institutional filing, resumes of core members, and representative cases that demonstrate their professional capabilities (requiring anonymization).
  • Qualification Preliminary Review: The CTMAA Alliance Committee will conduct a preliminary review of the application materials to confirm whether they meet the basic eligibility criteria.
  • Due Diligence and Interview: Applicants who pass the preliminary review will undergo background and reputation checks, and be invited for an online interview with their key executives to gain an in-depth understanding of their service philosophy and professional capabilities.
  • Final Decision: The Alliance Committee will make a comprehensive assessment based on all review results and render a final decision.

We believe that stringent standards are the cornerstone of service excellence. We look forward to working with China’s best intellectual property colleagues to create a better future.

Application Intent Submission