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China > Intellectual property: foreign firms Tier 3
K&L Gates‘ Greater China IP practice is sought out by innovative organisations in relation to patent prosecution, portfolio development and advisory work, along with patent infringement issues. In January 2021, the practice enhanced its China and global capabilities by launching a Chinese trade mark agency, which files and prosecute trade mark applications directly with the Chinese National Intellectual Property Administration. Working across the Hong Kong and Beijing offices, Jay Chiu is an experienced, US-qualified IP litigator; and Edward Yao is a key IP counsel in Beijing. In Hong Kong, Winnie Chan focuses on trade marks, copyright, designs, patents and domain names.Practice head(s):
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Key clients
Ampro Adlink Technology
Getac
Getac Technology Corporation
Hon Hai Precision Industry
Sharp Corp
Luxshare Precision Industry
Dongguan Luxshare Precision Industry
Nantong Ya Tai Candle & Arts & Crafts Co
Realtek Semiconductor Corp
SIMO Holdings
Skyroam
Shenzhen Nukun Technology Co
Suncupid Technology (HK)
Wuyi Bairong Electric Appliance Co
Yongkang Qiongyang Trading Co.
Yongkang Weisheng Industry and Trade Co
Yongkang Zhongke Aismi Medical Technology Co
Zhejiang Jinyuan Machinery Co
Zhejiang Ruicheng Mechanical Power Co
ZTE Corporation
Work highlights
- Represents Luxshare Precision (one of the largest connector companies in China), and its subsidiaries, in a patent infringement case.
- Represented Sharp Corporation (as plaintiff), a Foxconn/Hon Hai-owned business, in a patent infringement lawsuit.
- Defended ZTE (headquartered in Shenzhen) against Uniloc USA, which alleged that various functions within ZTE mobile devices infringed patents.
China > Investment funds: foreign firms Tier 3
Highly experienced in the formation and management of investment funds, K&L Gates‘ Hong Kong-based Greater China team is particularly active in private equity and venture capital fund formation, regulatory advice surrounding initial coin offerings, blockchain-enabled platforms, crowd funding, and hedge fund formation and restructuring. Asia managing partner David Tang heads the team, which includes Shanghai partner Chloe Duan, who focuses on investment management, and private equity and venture capital work. The practice recently welcomed Scott Peterman, who advises on the formation of alternative investment vehicles, and private investment fund specialist Sook Young Yeu from Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘This is a practice that can deal with complex, bespoke structures and strategies.‘
‘Scott Peterman is a creative thinker, who comes up with innovative solutions that are deeply routed in his knowledge, not only of financial markets and instruments, but in his broad knowledge of the best practices in the legal industry globally.‘
Key clients
Cedareach – Brocade River Merchants Asset Management
Federated Hermes
Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Group
VS Partners
Work highlights
- Assisted the principals of VS Partners with the implementation of an endowment investment model, comprising a blend of stocks and bonds, in addition to less traditional offerings such as hedge funds and private equity.
- Assisted Cedareach – Brocade River Merchants Asset Management with organising one of the very first limited partnership funds under Hong Kong’s new Limited Partnership Fund Ordinance.
- Advised a One Belt One Road investment fund in relation to a Series D round investment in SenseTime.
China > Tax: foreign firms Tier 3
In April 2021, K&L Gates recruited Shanghai-based partner Roberta Chang as China tax practice head from Hogan Lovells International LLP, where she was China tax leader and from where associate Anita Zhou also joined. Chang consistently handles tax advisory work, including advising multinational companies on cross-border tax aspects related to acquisitions and joint ventures, corporate restructurings, financings, and disputes; she also assists with direct and indirect tax, transfer pricing, and compliance, as well as the tax considerations surrounding administrative law controversies and appeals. Providing further partner-level support from Sydney, Betsy-Ann Howe is a co-practice group ordinator for the firm’s global tax group.Practice head(s):
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China > Corporate and M&A: foreign firms Tier 4
K&L Gates enjoys a strong regional presence, benefitting from offices not only in Shanghai and Beijing but also Hong Kong, Sydney, Seoul and Tokyo, among other locations. Simon Poh handles inbound and outbound investments, with notable expertise in the fintech space; he operates from Shanghai alongside Max Gu whose expertise encompasses private equity investments, general corporate matters and corporate compliance along with regulatory matters in the food sector. Frank Voon spends time in Beijing, in addition to Hong Kong, providing both offices with the divestiture, joint venture and restructuring expertise.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Knowledge in the industry, excellent service quality with solid advice, full-service covering client’s needs, extensive global reach and reasonable fee arrangements.’
‘Tailored advice, knowledgeable team, always on top of matters. ’
‘Simon Poh, exceptionally available and engaged in clients. Always knowledgeable and gives tailored advice.’
Key clients
17LIVE, Inc.
Brookfield
Chalco Trading Hong Kong Co., Limited
DiDi Chuxing
Hines
Lalamove
Lingfeng Capital
Luye Pharma Group
KaiOS Technology
Koppers Inc.
Ortho Clinical Diagnostics
Prenetics Limited
TCL Holdings
Vela Diagnostics
Work highlights
- Assisted Hines, a global real estate firm, with its acquisition of a Hong Kong joint venture company formed by Chinese and U.S. fund managers to develop, through a Chinese subsidiary, Walmart’s South China Fresh and Cold Food Supply Chain and Distribution Centre in the Guangdong Province of China.
- Acted as international counsel for Cree Inc. in relation to the sale of its worldwide LED business to SMART Global Holdings Inc., in a deal valued at around US$300m.
- Assisted client in its privatisation of Tonly Electronics (HKSE:1249) through a scheme of arrangement in which TCL Industries agreed to acquire Tonly Electronics for US$165m.
Malaysia > Foreign firms
Advising on the international aspects of deals with Malaysian companies, K&L Gates regularly represents clients in aerospace, energy, healthcare, transportation and utilities. The team is led by managing partner David Tang and draws upon a network of talent from across Asia. Lian Yok Tan specialises in energy, infrastructure and resource mandates, and James Bradley advises on aviation matters, particularly corporate jets. Christopher Tan, head of the Singapore employment practice, and Sacha Cheong, a disputes and employment partner in Hong Kong, assist clients facing employment-related issues in Malaysia. Lai-Foong Chan and Ahmad Khalis regularly assist clients with banking and finance related matters. Dispute resolution is headed by Sreenivasan Narayanan who, with the support of Muralli Rajaram, advises on high-value litigation including areas of fraud and regulatory breaches.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Great network of resources around the world’
‘James Bradley has an incredible work rate and is always proactive in getting advice to clients and even potential clients. He is always available and I have complete confidence in him and his advice.’
‘James Bradley is very good at mentoring his associates and giving them responsibility and client facing roles earlier in their career as compared to other firms. James is willing to provide fee flexibility to “win the business” and honors his commitments on the fees.’
Key clients
Asmara International Limited
Cree Inc.
Citicorp International Limited
Judicial Managers of Ocean Tankers (Pte.) Ltd
Luye Pharma
Malaysia Aviation Group Berhad
SIMMTECH Group
Work highlights
- Instructed by the Judicial Managers of Ocean Tankers (Pte.) Ltd (OTPL), one of the entities that is involved in a corporate fraud case perpetrated by Lim Oon Kuin, a shareholder and directors of OTPL.
- Acted as international counsel for Cree Inc. in relation to the sale of its worldwide LED business to SMART Global Holdings Inc., in a deal valued at around US$300m.
- Advised Luye Pharm’s acquisition of the rights, in more than 51 international markets, to Seroquel and Seroquel XR, a schizophrenia and bipolar treatment, from from AstraZeneca, a British pharmaceutical company.
Hong Kong > Corporate (including M&A)
K&L Gates enjoys a strong regional presence, benefitting from offices not only in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing but also in Sydney, Seoul and Tokyo, among other locations. The group has expertise in the automotive, financial services, healthcare, pharmaceuticals and TMT sectors, and represents wide-ranging clients including start-ups, mid-market players, state-owned enterprises and large cap public and private companies. David Tang serves as managing partner and his team is equipped for M&A work from both and inbound and outbound perspective. The group was recently bolstered by the hire of William Ho from Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP who arrives with a track record in supporting private equity funds on their Asia-based investments.Practice head(s):
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Testimonials
‘Very thorough support. Frank Voon and Amigo Xie are recommended.’
‘Frank Voon and his team are knowledgeable, personable, and responsive.’
‘I recommend the firm for its understanding of regulatory landscape, relationships in China and excellent understanding of the market.’
Key clients
Brookfield
Chalco Trading Hong Kong Co., Limited
DiDi Chuxing
Hines
Lalamove
Lingfeng Capital
Luye Pharma Group
KaiOS Technology
Koppers Inc.
Ortho Clinical Diagnostics
Prenetics Limited
TCL Holdings
Vela Diagnostics
Work highlights
- Advised leading global genetics and diagnostic health testing company Prenetics and its wholly-owned U.K. subsidiary DNAFit on its acquisition of Oxsed (an Oxford University spin-off which developed the Oxsed RaViD test technology that provides COVID-19 test results within 15–30 minutes).
- Assisted TCL Holdings with its privatisation of Tonly Electronics (HKSE:1249) through a scheme of arrangement.
- Assisted Hines, a global real estate firm, with its acquisition of a Hong Kong joint venture company formed by Chinese and U.S. fund managers to develop, through a Chinese subsidiary, Walmart’s South China Fresh and Cold Food Supply Chain and Distribution Centre in the Guangdong Province of China.
Comparative Guides
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Hong Kong: Restructuring & Insolvency
Published: November 2021
Authors: Eugene Y.C. Yeung
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview to Restructuring & Insolvency laws and regulations that may occur in Hong Kong.
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Taiwan: Employment & Labour Law
Published: March 2022
Authors: Jacqueline Fu Cecilia Lee
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview to Employment & Labour Law laws and regulations that may occur in Taiwan.
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Taiwan: Mergers & Acquisitions
Published: April 2022
Authors: Jacqueline Fu Joseph Tseng
This country-specific Q&A provides an overview to Mergers & Acquisitions laws and regulations that may occur in Taiwan.