Corporate Investigations/Anti-Corruption (International Firms) - China
What the team is known for
Baker McKenzie's full-service Hong Kong-based outfit is known for representing companies across a broad range of sectors in FCPA, UK Bribery Act and US SEC investigations, as well as assisting with compliance programme reviews and training. Its longstanding presence in Asia provides the benefits of cultural understanding and solid relationships with local regulators and industry groups. The team is able to draw on the firm's impressive global network of offices to advise on multi-jurisdictional mandates, and offers clients local insights through its joint operation office with FenXun Partners.
Strengths
"The Hong Kong Bakers team are always very attentive, respond almost immediately to our needs. Regardless of how busy they are elsewhere, one gets the impression that you are the absolute priority."
"Their dedicated white-collar crimes and investigations team is equipped to handle complex cross-border matters. It provides meaningful feedback and insights."
Notable practitioners
Mini VandePol is the head of the firm's Asia investigations, compliance and ethics group. She is a seasoned expert and excels in assisting clients with compliance issues and handling internal investigations. She serves many multinationals and financial institutions from Baker McKenzie's office in Hong Kong. "She provides first-rate customer service. Mini provides straightforward recommendations and her knowledge of the industry is outstanding." "Mini is a great legal team leader and a real pleasure to work with. Her commercial savvy, legal knowledge and manner with clients really inspire confidence in clients."
