Lawyer Li Chao
Profile Summary:
Li Chao is a highly skilled international commercial lawyer based in China, specializing in the complex field of international commercial law. With a deep understanding of global trade regulations, cross-border transactions, and commercial practices, Li has established a reputation for providing expert legal counsel and representation to clients engaged in international business activities.
Her practice focuses on advising clients on a wide range of international commercial matters, including cross-border transactions, contract negotiation, dispute resolution, and regulatory compliance.
Key Skills and Expertise:
International Commercial Law: Li possesses extensive knowledge of international commercial laws and regulations. She is well-versed in various areas of commercial law, including international sales of goods, international contracts, trade finance, intellectual property, competition law, and international dispute resolution mechanisms. Her expertise covers both private and public international law aspects of international commercial transactions.
Cross-border Transactions: Li has significant experience in advising clients on cross-border transactions and investments. She assists clients in structuring international business transactions, conducting due diligence, drafting and negotiating agreements, and addressing regulatory compliance issues. She has worked on transactions involving mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, distribution agreements, licensing arrangements, and technology transfers.
Contract Negotiation and Drafting: Li excels in contract negotiation and drafting, ensuring that agreements accurately reflect her clients’ interests while mitigating legal risks. She has experience in negotiating complex commercial contracts, including international sales contracts, distribution agreements, agency agreements, franchising agreements, and technology licensing agreements. She is skilled at tailoring contracts to the unique needs of her clients and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Dispute Resolution: Li advises clients on international dispute resolution mechanisms, including arbitration and litigation. She has represented clients in international arbitration proceedings before major arbitration institutions such as the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC). She is adept at formulating effective dispute resolution strategies and achieving favorable outcomes for her clients.
Regulatory Compliance: Li assists clients in navigating complex regulatory frameworks governing international business activities. She ensures compliance with international trade regulations, export control laws, customs regulations, and anti-corruption laws. She also advises clients on competition law matters, including merger control and antitrust regulations, to help them navigate potential legal challenges in their business operations.
Languages:
Mandarin Chinese (native)
English (fluent)
