Asian Legal Business, a journal run by Thomson Reuters, recently released its nomination list for China Law Awards 2017. Watson & Band is listed as a nominee for Shanghai Law Firm of the Year.

Asian Legal Business is a world-class legal journal published by Thomson Reuters Group. The ALB China Law Awards aim to grant recognition to outstanding law firms and corporate legal teams in China. The annual selection process involves nominations, publication of the nomination list and the final announcement of winners. The judge’s panel is composed of legal professionals such as corporate legal personnel and attorneys so that the evaluation process will be fair and transparent. Since they first came into existence, the ALB China Law Awards have grown to become one of the most authoritative legal award selections in China. The awards have attracted over 200 nominations for law firms and corporate legal teams this year.

Since its founding in Shanghai in 1995, Watson & Band has evolved into a comprehensive law firm focusing on IP-related IP services. Although it is headquartered in Shanghai, the firm has offices in Hong Kong, Beijing and Harbin. Over more than 20 years of operations, W&B has committed itself to providing efficient, comprehensive and top-quality legal services for renowned domestic and international companies. It is well-regarded by clients and peers for its organizational prowess and professional teamwork. W&B consistently tops the list in authoritative domestic and international legal rankings.