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Brain Trust International Law Firm Ranked Tier 2 by Legal 500 in 2026
In the 2026 rankings, Brain Trust has been ranked Tier 2 in Dispute Resolution, and recognized as a Recommended Firm in Corporate and M&A.
Corporate Criminal Liability of Tokyo Electron for Employee Infringing TSMC's Trade Secrets
A well-known Japanese semiconductor equipment manufacturer was involved in a trade secret misappropriation case concerning its Taiwanese subsidiary and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company).
What Can We Learn from the First Retroactive Imposition of Anti-Dumping Duties Case in Taiwan?
During the investigative proceedings conducted by the Taiwan Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Economic Affairs, anti-dumping duties may be levied retroactively if importers engage in massive importations or stockpiling that causes material injury to the domestic industry.
When Will the Anti-Dumping Duty Be Imposed Under Taiwan's Investigation Procedures?
This article aims to analyze when exacly the "provisional anti-dumping duty", which is a temporary measure, and "anti-dumping duty", which is a final measure, will be imposed under Taiwan's anti-dumping investigation procedures.
Introduction to Taiwan's Anti-Dumping Sunset Review
As of February 2026, Taiwan is imposing anti-dumping duties on 12 products in total.
How Will the Taiwan FTC Look at the Skyworks-Qorvo Merger Case?
In the end of 2025, Skyworks and Qorvo, announced they have entered into a definitive agreement for merger, which appears to be a milestone for the U.S. semiconductor industry with a combined enterprise value of approximately USD 22 billion.
Can Foreign Enterprises Restrict Dealers' Repair and Warranty Services in Taiwan?
Under Taiwan's competition law regime, disputes concerning repair and warranty services largely arise from restrictions imposed by original manufacturers on their dealers.
How to Issue a Legitimate Cease and Desist Letter for Your IP Rights in Taiwan?
When a business discovers that its rights have been infringed, issuing a cease and desist letter for demanding the infringement be stopped is a common and proactive means of asserting its rights. Why, then, can such a letter be deemed unlawful in Taiwan?
Will Foreign Teachers Be Protected by Employment Laws in Taiwan?
Whether working as foreign teachers in Taiwan can get some legal protection under the Taiwanese Labor Standards Act ("LSA") or the Taiwanese Teacher Act is always confusing expats.
Forced Labor Laws: What to Know and How Companies Can Mitigate Impacts
In recent years, global supply chains have come under increasing scrutiny due to concerns about forced labor and human rights abuses.
2025 Taipei International Conference on Arbitration and Mediation
Hung Ou Yang, Managing Partner of Brain Trust International Law Firm, was invited to serve as one of the speakers at the 2025 Taipei International Conference on Arbitration and Mediation held by the Chinese Arbitration Association.
Compliance Challenges of Taiwan Enterprises Following CBP's WRO on Giant
On September 24, 2025, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection ("CBP") issued a Withhold Release Order (WRO) against Giant Manufacturing Co., Ltd. ("Giant"), prohibiting the importation of bicycles and related components produced in Taiwan by Giant into the United States.
Taiwan's Future Enforcement on Generative Artificial Intelligence
With the continuous advancement of artificial intelligence ("AI"), the legal fields it affects have become increasingly diverse. AI will inevitably involve competition law issues related to both restraints on competition and unfair competition.
How to Weigh the Overall Economic Benefit in Company Mergers of Taiwan?
Paragraph 1 of Article 13 of Fair Trade Act stipulated that "the competent authority may not prohibit any of mergers filed if the overall economic benefit of the merger outweighs the disadvantages resulted from competition restraint."
How Can Foreigners Inherit Taiwan Real Estate?
If you are not living in Taiwan but receiving a family member's notice that you are entitled to inherit your deceased close relative's estate in Taiwan, you must have lots of questions to ask apart from the deep sorrow you may have.
Taiwan's Merger Control on Extraterritorial Transactions
Taiwan's Fair Trade Commission ("FTC") has maintained its position on jurisdiction over an extraterritorial merger (that is, a foreign-to-foreign transaction) for quite a long time.
Brain Trust International Law Firm Won Taiwan Law Firm Awards 2025
Asia Business Law Journal announced its selection of Taiwan Law Firm Awards for the year of 2025 in early July. Brain Trust International Law Firm has been recognized for its expertise in both competition and antitrust law, as well as Trademark Prosecution.
Taiwan's Procedures For Foreign Lawyers To Apply For A License To Practice And An Employment Gold Card
Since Taiwan joined the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2002 and has been subject to the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS), foreign lawyers may register themselves and start their international practices in Taiwan.
Understanding Trademark Priority In Taiwan
To protect intellectual property globally, businesses are supposed to understand the importance of trademark priority, which significantly influences a trademark's standing in cases of disputes or claims. In Taiwan, trademark priority is governed by the Trademark Act, aligning with international conventions.
Hung OU YANG, Selected As Taiwan's Top 100 Lawyers In The Year Of 2025
Asia Business Law Journal announced its selection of Taiwan's top 100 lawyers (The A List) for the year of 2025 in the mid of this March. Since 2019, Asia Business Law Journal has continuously identified Hung Ou Yang, as Taiwan's top 100 lawyers.