Rick has been active in the IP industry since 2013, starting his career in the firm's Trademark Department. There, he focused on foreign trademark and copyright prosecution and enforcement for domestic clients. This has given him deep expertise in trademark and copyright systems across all major jurisdictions. Since joining the International Department in 2016, his services have also been available to overseas clients.

Rick has represented a wide range of clients, from individuals and start-ups to large multinational corporations. His portfolio includes internationally recognized companies such as a leading German antivirus software provider, a British royal-certified mattress manufacturer, the world's largest beer manufacturer, Russia's top e-commerce platform, and a publicly listed Finnish retailer.

He has successfully negotiated numerous trademark purchase assignments and is known for his strategic approach, consistently achieving favorable outcomes for his clients. Rick excels in managing large and complex trademark portfolios, including handling nearly 300 Chinese trademarks for a German antivirus company and almost 500 Chinese trademarks for a French food producer. His expertise spans brand protection and development strategies.

Over the past decade, Rick has managed more than 650 trademark searches, filings, and strategies. He has handled over 510 cases involving refusal reviews, oppositions, invalidations, and non-use cancellations, along with more than 80 cases of administrative litigation, warning letters, and negotiations.

As a trademark attorney, Rick also serves as the liaison between the firm and overseas clients or law firms on all IP matters. He is responsible for connecting Chinese clients with international legal representation when needed.