Corporate Investigations/Anti-Corruption (International Firms)
Global Guide 2024 : China
Band 3
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Morrison Foerster houses a notable Hong Kong-based team with experience in handling China-related investigations and anti-corruption matters. It remains a popular choice of counsel for clients in the pharmaceuticals and financial services sectors, and regularly acts for SOEs and domestic corporates in front of US authorities, as well as on internal investigations. The China team leverages its strong network both in the wider Asia region and globally, working with colleagues in Singapore, Tokyo, New York and Washington, DC.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are incredibly thoughtful and knowledgeable about not only each specific region but how the laws in various regions intersect and what the aggregate legal risks are to a multinational company."
"The Morrison Foerster team has become our go-to resource for anti-corruption and investigation support in the Greater China region. The lawyers have deep knowledge and experience in this market while maintaining a global perspective and exceptional client service."
"They are incredibly thoughtful and knowledgeable about not only each specific region but how the laws in various regions intersect and what the aggregate legal risks are to a multinational company."
"The Morrison Foerster team has become our go-to resource for anti-corruption and investigation support in the Greater China region. The lawyers have deep knowledge and experience in this market while maintaining a global perspective and exceptional client service."
Notable Practitioners
Tim Blakely provides an adept handling of both external and internal investigations for multinational corporations, with notable experience acting for senior executives. His expertise is highly sought after by listed companies, private equity firms and hedge funds.
"One of the safest pairs of hands in the legal community in Asia. Tim is calm, balanced and very effective. I trust his judgement, 100%."
"Tim is an excellent lawyer with a deep understanding of the law, and offers significant practical advice to our company."
Zhu Chen has notable experience advising on cross-jurisdictional governmental and internal investigations, and is particularly active in representing clients in anti-money laundering and anti-corruption investigations of late. He advises companies in the professional services and pharmaceutical industries, as well as financial institutions and investment funds.
"I am very satisfied with Chen's work. He is able to handle very complex internal investigation and give good recommendations."
Ranked Lawyers at
Morrison Foerster
China