Jiangsu Co-far Law Firm is often recommended by peers for its reputation in IP practice, which constitutes one of the biggest areas of the full-service firm. Senior partner Mao Yixing, a specialist in mechanics, heads up the team with the support of five other attorneys who focus on electronics, chemicals and biotechnology. Last year the firm was busy dealing with copyright cases, online infringement, and trade secret disputes. It has also drafted over 700 patent applications for a predominantly domestic client base. Headquartered in Nanjing, the firm is affiliated to Jiangsu Juridical Department, and operates in branch offices in Wuxi, Suzhou and Changzhou.