
Bird & Bird has in-depth expertise in handling transactional matters, acting on behalf of domestic and international clients in the automotive, tech, and media sectors. Practice head John Shi advises PRC companies on outbound transactions, while Sarah Zeng is very experienced in handling cross-border mandates, disposals, joint ventures and foreign direct investment cases. Sven-Michael Werner is a port of call for clients in the manufacturing, life sciences, and retail sectors.
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Testimonials
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‘The team in Shanghai is first-rate.'
‘Esther Ma is an exceptional associate.’
Key clients
- FinDreams Battery
- POET Technologies Inc.
Work highlights
Advised POET Technologies on acquiring the minority equity interest in its existing joint venture in China.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head
John Shi
Other key lawyers
Sarah Zeng; Sven-Michael Werner; Esther Ma
