• Comprehensive IP strategy and portfolio structuring
• International registration and enforcement coordination
• Monitoring and managing global IP portfolios
• Advisory on brand expansion and licensing opportunities
• Risk management for IP rights across jurisdictions
• Safeguarding confidential information & trade secrets
• Risk management for IP rights across jurisdictions
KLTAN LLC was formed in 2023 from the incorporation of the boutique law firm of K L Tan & Associates, which was established in 1988 and continued to flourish for 35 years.
With its deep expertise in intellectual property (“IP”) law and its partnership and contribution in the success of both its domestic and international clients over decades, KLTAN LLC is a trusted strategic advisor in protecting your brands, patents, copyright, designs, geographical indications and confidential information in Singapore and overseas.
As your trusted partner, KLTAN LLC provides reliable efficiency, tireless commitment, high value and responsive services. We believe that every problem can have a tailored solution, and are dedicated to helping you expand, protect, and leverage your brands and creative innovations in today’s competitive and complex markets globally.
Tan Kee Leng is the Managing Director of KLTAN LLC, and was the founder member of K L Tan & Associates which was established in 1988 to provide services in intellectual property law.
Specialist in trade mark disputes and patent filings with experience in landmark cases before IPOS. LLB (NUS), LLM (Cornell), Registered Patent Agent, and contributor to international legal publications.
Expert in global IP portfolio management, advising multinationals on trade mark protection and strategy across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and beyond. Strong industry focus in tech, entertainment, F&B, and manufacturing.
Specializes in IP protection and portfolio management, particularly in developing management strategies for portfolios of rights, and securing registered trade mark and design rights around the world.
An Advocate and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Singapore, he holds an LLB from the University of Leicester and specialises in intellectual property protection and portfolio management, with experience in general litigation, corporate governance, and media & communications.