Why NDAs Are Useless for Protecting Your Intellectual Property in China Since we started this blog, we have emphasized the importance of using NNN Agreements for China, and not Western Style NDA ...
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China-Specific Employee Rules and Regulations are Key A strong foundation in employee relations protects both your business and your workforce. It minimizes misunderstandings, reduces legal risks...
United States Sanctions New Chinese Companies Yesterday, the United States Treasury initiated sanctions against many Chinese companies and individuals in an effort “to further degrade Russia’...
China Intellectual Property Protections If you are doing business in or with China (and this includes having your products made in China), you need to safeguard your intellectual property (IP) ri...
https://harris-sliwoski.com/chinalawblog/cease-and-desist-letters-for-china-ip-violations/
When companies come to my law firm to protect their brand names from Chinese copycats, our international trademark lawyers typically tell them that applying for such a trademark takes about a wee...
Cutting Legal Corners in Emerging Markets Introduction It can be tempting to take shortcuts to expedite processes or reduce costs in an emerging market country. But these shortcuts often lead to ...
https://harris-sliwoski.com/chinalawblog/do-not-cut-legal-corners/
How to Open a China Bank Account If you’re planning to live, work, or invest in China, opening a bank account is often an essential step. This post will walk you through the basic steps and req...
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Closing Down Your China WFOE Thinking of pulling the plug on your WFOE? For many foreign companies, the initial excitement of doing business in China has given way to the complexities of navigati...
CFIUS Reporting Requirements The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) is an interagency committee that reviews certain transactions involving foreign investment in the Uni...
https://harris-sliwoski.com/chinalawblog/cfius-reporting-requirements-for-non-u-s-investors/
Legal Compliance for Your China Operations The Chinese market still offers vast potential for many businesses, but navigating its legal environment requires ongoing attention. As Chinese regulati...
https://harris-sliwoski.com/chinalawblog/china-legal-compliance-basics/