Legal Advisory Services for Chinese Companies

To better support our clients running a business in China, Dingxin has established a team of experienced lawyers with a global mindset and local instinct to help you.

About Dingxin's Legal Services

Knowing and complying with local laws is something you should always consider, wherever you are running your business. Partnering and cooperating with experienced law professionals can bring you insights into Chinese law and practices and facilitate and promote business transactions, whether you are operating in China or communicating with Chinese business partners.

 

The Dingxin team, together with our law partner network, has more than 16 years of practicing law in China, providing an in-depth understanding and knowledge of the local legal landscape and market dynamics. We aim to simplify the complexity for our clients and to achieve cost-effectiveness, timely delivery, and optimal solutions for our customers.

 

Our legal teams have advised on some of the major concerns that you probably run into when doing business in China, including foreign investment, dispute resolution, intellectual property protection, employment & compensation, and more.

What Legal Problems Can Dingxin Help You With?

Business Establishment and Foreign Investment

China has become the world’s second-largest recipient of foreign direct investment (FDI) after the US. Dingxin’s highly qualified consultants have years of practice in providing legal advice and services to overseas investors about investment plans with expertise in the following:

  • The Chinese mainland company incorporation (WFOE, JV, RO, Limited Liability Partnership, holding company, etc.);
  • Hong Kong company incorporation;
  • Capital restructuring;
  • Share transfers and equity purchases;
  • Profit repatriation;
  • Corporate information changes;
  • Tendering and bidding;
  • Company restructure, sale, relocation or de-registration;
  • Domestic and Cross-border financing;
  • Due diligence;

International Trade and Customs Affairs

China has been recognized for its low labor costs and is now one of the most popular investment destinations for manufacturing and import & export. Partnering with Dingxin, and you don’t need to worry about the compliance requirements.

  • International trade contract/agreement reviewing or preparation;
  • International trade dispute resolution;
  • Customs duties and taxes;
  • Anti-smuggling investigations;
  • Equity, asset acquisition;
  • Share transfer agreement;
  • Government changes and regulatory approvals;

Mergers and Acquisitions

Forming your won WFOE or JV used to be the traditional method for foreigners to invest in the Chinese market. In recent years, mergers and acquisitions have obtained popularity to expand their business in this country.

  • Target company selection and investigation;
  • Financial due diligence;
  • M&A negotiation;
  • Equity, asset acquisition;
  • Share transfer agreement;
  • Government changes and regulatory approvals;
  • Regularly compare your company's bank accounts with your financial records to ensure consistency.
  • Verify discrepancies between bank account balances, transaction records and financial statements to identify and correct potential errors or omissions.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Running into disputes and conflicts happens wherever you run your business. This can be more complex when the commercial background in a foreign country whose language, cultural norms, and management standards differ. Dingxin can help you through the difficulties when facing disputes with our professional lawyer team.

  • Representation for commercial disputes;
  • Debt recovery;
  • Preparation and dispatch of the letter of demand;
  • Settlement negotiation;
  • Mediation, arbitration, and litigation;
  • Business evidence collection and preservation;

De-registration and bankruptcy

While China attracts large amounts of foreign direct investment, not all of these projects are successful or sustainable and some of them may decide to close their Chinese entity due to various reasons. Legal closing of a company can be more challenging than registering a new company, where Dingxin can play its part in this complex and time-consuming process to reduce your loss.

  • Shareholder resolution on liquidation;
  • Employee layoffs and labor contract termination;
  • Liquidation committee forming and liquidation announcement filling;
  • Liquidation and assets disposal plan drafting;
  • De-registration at relevant departments;
  • Participating in bankruptcy proceedings;

Labor and Employment Consulting

Handling matters regarding human resources can be the most important part of the successful operation of your company, especially when it comes to achieving the most cost-effective target while complying with the law.

  • Labor contract drafting and reviewing;
  • Confidentiality and non-competition agreements;
  • Employment cancellation, termination, and other labor disputes;
  • Workplace sexual harassment and anti-discrimination;

Intellectual Property Protection

Your intellectual properties are the valuable assets of your company, and protecting IP rights should be a critical component of the business operation. Let Dingxin help you with the whole life cycle of your IP.

  • IP (trademark, patents, copyright, etc.) registration and filing;
  • IP authorization;
  • Risk management and strategy planning;
  • IP disputes and enforcement;
  • Anti-unfair competition protection;
  • IP infringement and anti-counterfeiting investigation;

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have a question? No worries! We are glad to answer!

How can I understand Dingxin's lawyer's fee structure?

Dingxin will provide you with a detailed explanation of the fee structure based on your specific needs and the complexity of the case. Typically, our fee structures include hourly rates, case-based fees, or fixed fees. Dingxin will clarify the fee structure with you before starting any work to ensure transparency and fairness.

What types of legal documents can you provide?

Dingxin can provide you with various types of legal documents, including:

  • Contract Documents: Such as commercial contracts, labor contracts, shareholder agreements, etc.
  • Legal Opinions: Providing professional legal opinions on specific legal issues.
    Corporate Bylaws and Agreements:
  • Assisting businesses in drafting corporate bylaws and shareholder agreements.
  • Litigation Materials: Such as complaints, defense statements, and other litigation-related documents.
  • Intellectual Property Documents: Including patent applications, trademark registrations, etc.

Do you offer legal services in foreign languages?

Yes, Dingxin offers legal services in foreign languages, especially English. We are able to provide professional legal support for international clients, ensuring clear communication and efficient solutions for your legal matters.