1985
Established in Taichung
Direction was founded in 1985 in Taichung by Peter Wu, Grace Chen, James Lin, and Robert Chen. From its inception, Direction focused on patent and trademark services, dedicating itself to assisting the industries in central Taiwan in enhancing the intellectual property competitiveness. Through this commitment, Direction established a strong and enduring professional foundation.
1989
Expanded Operations into Northern Taiwan
With the addition of distinguished legal professionals, including Attorney Liu Hsu-Lun, Direction collaborated in establishing DLaw Associated Law Offices in Taipei. This development created a dual-office structure spanning Taichung and Taipei. The expansion not only broadened the firm’s geographic presence, but also marked a strategic transition from a specialized intellectual property practice to a comprehensive, full-service legal platform.
1998
Expanded the Firm's Professional Capacity
In response to the rapid growth of its practice and professional team, Direction relocated its Taichung headquarters to its current locationd. The move significantly expanded the firm's office space and operational capacity. This milestone not only reflected Direction's steady development, but also provided a strong foundation for the recruitment of additional professionals and the enhancement of its facilities in the years ahead.
2023
Strategic Integration and Organizational Upgrade
The Legal Department of the Taichung headquarters was formally established, achieving a deeper integration of intellectual property practice and general legal services. The firm's services now encompass both domestic and international litigation as well as non-contentious matters. This transformation has enabled Direction to handle highly complex cases and marks an important step toward providing comprehensive, one-stop legal services.
2024
Integrity International Law Office Established
In 2024, Integrity International Law Office was established to carry forward the professional spirit of the Direction Group and to respond to the increasingly diverse needs of its clients. Focusing on delivering comprehensive corporate legal advisory services, litigation representation, and proactive risk management strategies, further enhancing the value of its legal services.
2024+
Digital Transformation and Global Expansion
In recent years, Direction has actively pursued digital transformation by introducing intelligent management systems to optimize workflows and improve service efficiency. Meanwhile, the firm has expanded its global collaboration network, establishing long-term partnerships with leading patent and trademark firms and legal institutions worldwide. These efforts enable Direction to deliver seamless cross-border intellectual property and legal services across multiple jurisdictions.
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