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Business & Contract
PRC-law contracts, supplier agreements, commercial terms and joint ventures.
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Trade & Customs
Import/export, classification, customs valuation and trade compliance.
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Employment & Labor
Hiring, termination, compensation, workplace investigations and labour disputes.
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Visa & Immigration
China work authorization, residence, entry/exit and family-related immigration.
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Divorce & Family
Divorce, custody, inheritance and China-related family property matters.
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Intellectual Property
Trademarks, patents, copyright, trade secrets and enforcement.
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Real Property
Property transactions, leasing, development and related disputes.
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Product Liability
Defective goods, recalls, manufacturer liability and product safety.
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Dispute Resolution
Commercial litigation, arbitration, settlements and judgment enforcement.
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Personal Injury
Accidents, liability, medical evidence and compensation claims.
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Criminal Defense
Investigations, detention, criminal proceedings and defence representation.
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