Business in China Attorneys Serving New York & New Jersey
Guiding U.S. Businesses Through the Complexities of Operating in China.
Doing business in China presents both significant opportunities and serious challenges. Whether you are an entrepreneur exploring new markets, an established U.S. company expanding operations, or an investor navigating regulatory requirements, the intersection of U.S. law, Chinese law, and international trade rules requires experienced legal guidance.
Our firm assists clients in New York, New Jersey, and beyond with the legal, financial, and compliance issues involved in conducting business in China.
Common Legal Issues in U.S.–China Business Matters
- Entity Formation in China: Guidance on establishing Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprises (WFOEs), joint ventures, and representative offices.
- Contract Negotiation & Drafting: Protecting U.S. businesses in cross-border supply, distribution, and licensing agreements.
- Intellectual Property Protection: Registering and enforcing trademarks, patents, and copyrights in China.
- Regulatory Compliance: Advising on Chinese regulatory frameworks, U.S. export controls, and international trade laws.
- Customs & Import/Export Issues: Navigating tariffs, duties, and customs enforcement.
- Employment Law in China: Drafting employment agreements, compliance with local labor laws, and dispute resolution.
- Dispute Resolution: Handling cross-border litigation, arbitration, and enforcement of judgments in both U.S. and Chinese courts.
- Mergers & Acquisitions: Structuring investments and partnerships with Chinese entities.
Business in China – Legal Landscape
- New York & New Jersey Businesses: Many companies headquartered in the region maintain supply chains, joint ventures, or distribution channels in China. Local legal issues often intersect with Chinese regulatory and trade requirements.
- Chinese Law: Foreign businesses must comply with Chinese corporate, tax, labor, and intellectual property law. U.S. businesses often face challenges with contract enforcement and regulatory oversight.
- U.S. Law: Companies doing business with China must comply with U.S. laws such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), export control laws, and trade sanctions. Violations can result in criminal prosecution, fines, and reputational harm.
- International Trade Tensions: Tariffs, sanctions, and shifting trade policies can affect profitability and compliance obligations.
Risks of Doing Business in China
- Enforcement challenges for contracts and intellectual property rights
- Regulatory unpredictability and government oversight
- Risks of corruption and bribery allegations under the FCPA
- Currency controls and restrictions on capital repatriation
- Geopolitical tensions affecting trade and investment security
How We Can Help
Our firm provides tailored legal strategies for businesses engaging with China, including:
- Structuring compliant business entities and joint ventures
- Drafting enforceable contracts with Chinese partners
- Advising on international compliance and risk management
- Coordinating with Chinese counsel and international advisors
- Representing clients in cross-border disputes, arbitration, and enforcement actions
Why Skilled Counsel Matters
Operating in China without experienced legal guidance can expose your business to significant legal and financial risks. A lawyer familiar with both U.S. and Chinese business law can help you navigate cultural differences, regulatory challenges, and international compliance issues to protect your investments and maximize opportunities.
For assistance with China-related matters, please contact Edward Lehman, Managing Director of LehmanBush.
LehmanBush provides strategic advisory services to companies worldwide for a variety of specialties, including mergers and acquisitions, investments, raising capital, private equity exits, merchant banking, commodities, energy, healthcare, and consumer goods.
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Web: www.lehmanbush.com
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Garner Law Group is an independent law firm organized and existing under the laws of New Jersey. While our firm maintains an association with LehmanBush, that association is limited to professional collaboration and does not create a partnership, joint venture, or single legal entity.
LehmanBush and Garner Law Group are separate and distinct legal entities. Neither firm is responsible for the acts, omissions, or professional services of the other. Engagement of Garner Law Group does not create any attorney–client relationship with LehmanBush, and vice versa. Clients of either firm remain clients solely of that firm.
This association is maintained for the purpose of providing access to complementary legal and professional resources. It should not be construed as a merger, partnership, or unified practice.
