What must I do when a regulator conducts an investigation into my company? What documents and evidence must I prepare and how do I show I am in full compliance? What are the pitfalls to avoid and what measures should I take to protect the company?
Many recommend including an arbitration clause in commercial contracts with Chinese companies, given the challenges foreign companies face in the PRC courts. What must I include in the clause to ensure my company is protected from potential disputes? What is the model arbitration clause?
I am looking to set up my business in China. There are many concerns among foreign investors regarding both onshore and offshore franchising. Should I enter into a direct contract with a local entity or form a joint venture? How do I ensure my assets will be protected?
I am looking to buy a Chinese company. There is so much advice out there; so many checklists and warnings highlight the particular sensitivity of due diligence in China. What are the key areas that I should really concentrate on to avoid making the mistakes made by many multinationals and foreign companies?
I am looking to expand my business into China. I have been told that the kind of company I set up will have a big effect on how much tax I pay, especially when taking money out of China. What advice do you have
I am looking to expand my business into China. I have been told that the kind of company I set up will have a big effect on how much tax I pay, especially when taking money out of China. What advice do you have?
My company is a WFOE and we need to change our legal representative. I have heard this is a difficult process – what advice can you offer on how to accomplish this?
I have had to switch a lot of my employees to direct hires because of the amendments to the Employment Contract Law.
I need to implement or update an anti-corruption compliance programme in my company's China offices.
I want to form a WFOE and, while I understand there are some attractions to setting up outside the major cities, I would like to know more about the legal challenges this entails