Legal Services for Foreigners in China
We implement a culturally sensitive approach when catering to overseas clients within the local market. According to a clients’ needs, we may act as an on-retainer legal consultant or as counsel for a specific legal service.
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For Businesses
For Overseas Buyers
For Individuals
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Company Registration in China
Compare WFOE, joint venture and representative office routes, the five-year registered capital rule, post-licence compliance and proper deregistration.
Read the guide →Employment & HR in China
A guide for foreign employers to bilingual labour contracts, employee handbooks, lawful termination and the N, N+1 and 2N severance rules.
Read the guide →China Commercial Contracts
Bilingual drafting, NNN agreements, governing-law choices and dispute-resolution clauses for contracts with Chinese suppliers, manufacturers and partners.
Read the guide →IP Protection in China
How China’s first-to-file system works and what foreign brands should know about trademark, patent and trade secret protection.
Read the guide →Sourcing from China
Legal due diligence for overseas buyers: verifying Chinese suppliers, factory audits, procurement contracts and steps to reduce payment-fraud risk.
Read the guide →Living in China
Practical legal information for foreigners: residence registration and permits, the 183-day and six-year tax rules, labour rights and family law.
Read the guide →Next step
Need help with a legal or business matter in China? Speak with our legal team to discuss your needs.