George Q. Fu is a distinguished legal professional with extensive experience in intellectual property, corporate, and commercial law. He is the senior founding partner of Watson and Band Law Offices in Shanghai and an arbitrator for the Shanghai Arbitration Commission. Before starting his private practice, he served as a judge and presiding judge at the Shanghai High Court for 14 years, specializing in intellectual property and commercial-related civil matters. 

Mr. Fu's global perspective is reinforced by his experience practicing at several law firms in the United States, establishing the international nature of his work.  He has successfully represented numerous multinational companies and Chinese companies in complex IP, corporate, and commercial litigations. His expertise in these fields has proven invaluable to clients seeking to enforce their rights in China.  

Actively involved in advancing the rule of law in China, Mr. Fu collaborates with international governments and non-governmental organizations on issues regarding China’s judicial reform and other rule-of-law-related matters. 

Mr. Fu serves as a board member of the Shanghai Bar Association and chairs its Intellectual Property Committee. Additionally, he holds board positions with the China IP Study Association and the AIPPI China Committee, contributing his expertise to shape the future of intellectual property law in China..  

A sought-after speaker on intellectual property, the rule of law in China, and litigation and commercial law matters, Mr. Fu regularly shares his insights at conferences and seminars. He has also authored numerous publications on intellectual property and commercial law developments in China, solidifying his reputation as a thought leader in these fields.