When raising capital in the United States, companies often run into a common, very avoidable legal problem...

Trying to hide a known problem, like a leaky roof or faulty wiring, is not just unethical; it can lead to real estate lawsuits, delays, or even a canceled sale.

The Oregon legislative session formally kicked off this week, on Tuesday, January 21st. It's a regular session in 2025, meaning we're in for a longer stretch — a 160-day calendar...

These regulations, issued as State Council Order No. 834, give Chinese authorities a formal mechanism to investigate and punish foreign governments, organizations, companies, and individuals whose conduct is deemed...

Over the past few years, many companies have been rethinking China, and looking to reduce their reliance on China manufacturing.

If you're importing goods into the United States, this guide is for you. Whether you're bringing in your first shipment or hardening a mature program, Customs compliance isn't optional...

An American company spent years litigating a breach of contract case against a Shenzhen supplier.

For years, I've seen a familiar pattern play out—usually on LinkedIn, and usually from Chinese lawyers: whenever I write about the strategic shift of manufacturing from China to Mexico...

When business partners operate without a formal written agreement, disputes over ownership can arise. Washington partnership law examines how parties actually conducted their business—contributions, control, profit-sharing, and public representations—to determine whether a legal partnership existed, regardless of missing signatures or paperwork.

You found a property that checks every box: great location, solid bones, reasonable price. Before you commit to buy, remodel, or develop, ask one critical question: What does the zoning actually allow?

Picture this: You've just found your dream home in Portland, or you've accepted what seemed like the perfect offer on your Bend property. The paperwork is signed, champagne feels warranted...

Companies entering emerging markets often rely on local workarounds to navigate complex regulatory environments, from using connected intermediaries to speed permits to keeping workers off the books.

Over the past few years, our law firm has been flooded with requests from foreign companies looking to shut down or scale back their China operations.

When the White House rolled out its proclamation under INA § 212(f), it sounded like a wall was about to come down. The text tied the $100,000 requirement to entry into the United States.

In Part 1 of this four-part series—How to Shut Down or Downsize Your China WFOE: A 2025 Four-Part Survival Guide—we covered how to build your China exit strategy, from deciding between a full shutdown...

Foreign companies and entrepreneurs entering the U.S. market face critical decisions about entity formation, state registration, and ongoing compliance obligations. Which state should you choose, what entity type makes sense for foreign ownership, and how do you navigate the complex web of federal and state requirements that follow formation?

For years, American companies believed that strong economic ties with China could shield them from political fallout.

Expanding your restaurant internationally isn't just a growth strategy—it's a transformative leap that touches every part of your business: operations, supply chains, culture, finance, and, critically...

Cross-border litigation involving Chinese companies presents unique discovery challenges that U.S. litigators must navigate carefully. Understanding the limits of subpoena enforcement...

If your China trademarks are still owned by your China-based entity or by a company actively doing business in China, you're exposed to significant legal and operational risks.