Inside a group of elite Chinese lawyers specializing in Corporate Investigations/Anti-Corruption
China, with its thriving businesses and evolving economy, is a significant player in the world’s corporate landscape. With the increasing complexities of business conduct, both nationally and internationally, comes a prevalent issue: corruption. Companies walk on a thin line between the realms of legal and illegal, directly affecting the necessity for corporate investigations and anti-corruption measures. Scanning the panorama of top legal luminaries handling such cases in China, several noteworthy practitioners have caught the attention.
The scope of their work is wide-ranged, encompassing handling of cross-border internal, government investigations, combating embezzlement, bribery, and also backing multinational corporations with due compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). Amid these professionals’ experience and expertise involve careful examination of PRC laws and regulations, assisting corporations with compliance reviews, and acting as attorneys in criminal proceedings. With deep-set knowledge in the realm of corporate integrity, these lawyers ably cater to an array of industries, including but not limited to energy, pharmaceutical, and real estate industries.
The following eminent professionals have carved a niche for themselves in the highly specialized field of Corporate Investigations/Anti-Corruption in China:
Haitao Liu, King & Wood Mallesons
Liu Haitao, renowned for his adept handling of cross-border internal and government investigations, enjoys the confidence of industry peers and clients. His ability to take a practical approach in handling cases under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and advising on compliance and anti-bribery assessment under PRC laws has earned him high accolades.
Leon C.G. Liu, JunHe LLP
Leon Liu is a highly sought-after legal practitioner, courtesy of his prolific experience in internal investigation, data protection, and corporate governance matters. He is known to be heavily relied upon for handling high-profile multi-jurisdictional investigations and compliance issues.
Yongjian Pan, Llinks Law Offices
Yongjian Pan offers comprehensive advice on a broad spectrum of mandates, such as general compliance matters, compliance system set-up, anti-corruption investigations, and fraud cases. His client base spreads across various sectors including energy, pharmaceutical, and real estate.
John Z L Huang, YuandaWinston
John Huang, a well-known market figure, has carved a niche for himself by offering expertise in high-stakes compliance investigations. His clientele predominantly consists of multinationals, and he co-leads the firm’s regulatory compliance practice.
James Jiang, YuandaWinston
James Jiang, an emerging partner in the area of corporate investigations and anti-corruption, primarily concentrates on matters related to data protection and compliance.
Jun Gao, Zhong Lun Law Firm
Jun Gao is vastly well versed in the corporate investigations domain, efficiently handling internal and governmental investigations besides compliance matters. He co-heads Zhong Lun’s regulatory compliance department, garnering a gamut of work from homegrown businesses and foreign entities.
Vivian Wu, FenXun Partners
Vivian Wu plays a significant role in advising foreign and Chinese corporations on investigations relating to embezzlement, bribery, and conflict of interests issues. She continues to earn recognition and endorsement from numerous market sources in the industry.
Jiajie Li, Global Law Office
Li Jiajie, former police officer and specialising in government and internal investigations, is held in high regard in the industry. His knowledge and expertise in handling cross-border compliance issues are also noteworthy.
Kate Yin, Fangda Partners
Kate Yin, operating out of Beijing, co-leads the compliance and regulatory practice team. Known for her proficiency in dealing with multi-jurisdictional corporate investigations, she is the go-to counsel for several multinational corporations and is increasingly popular in the home market.
Wei Wu, King & Wood Mallesons
Wu Wei, co-leading the practice in Beijing, assists corporations with compliance reviews and assessments and is well-equipped to handle government investigations. She serves dual roles by representing individuals in criminal law proceedings involving allegations of bribery.
These lawyers, with their unmatched knowledge and expertise in Corporate Investigations/Anti-Corruption, are making a robust impact in the business environment in China. Their dedication towards the field proves instrumental in fostering a culture of integrity in the corporate world.
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