Best Practices for International Business Transactions in China, 2010 ed.: Leading Lawyers on Negotiating in China, Meeting the Changing Needs of ... of the Economic Downturn (Inside the Minds)

Best Practices for International Business Transactions in China provides an authoritative, insider's perspective on key strategies for representing and advising companies entering into international business transactions with China. Featuring partners from some of China's leading law firms, these experts guide the reader through the process of doing business in China, including negotiating with Chinese parties, finding a local partner, choosing a Chinese trademark, and understanding the key elements of a joint venture. These top lawyers reveal their advice on the impact of local trade policy on business transactions and offer their thoughts on meeting the changing needs of corporate clients. From discussing the impact of the global financial crisis on China to providing insight on key changes in Chinese business law, these authors explain important factors to keep in mind when conducting business in today's economic and legal environment. Additionally, these leaders offer tips on fostering compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and on handling international transactions involving IP disputes. The different niches represented and the breadth of perspectives presented enable readers to get inside some of the great legal minds of today, as these experienced lawyers offer up their thoughts around the keys to navigating international business transactions in China.

Inside the Minds provides readers with proven business intelligence from C-Level executives and lawyers (Chairman, CEO, CFO, CMO, Partner) from the world's most respected companies and firms nationwide. Each chapter is comparable to an essay/thought leadership piece and is a future-oriented look at where an industry, profession, or topic is heading and the most important issues for the future. Each author has been selected based upon their experience and C-level standing within the professional community.

Chapters Include:

1. Emmanuel Meril, Partner, CMS Bureau Francis Lefebvre- "Establishing Successful Business Operations in China"
2. Peter C. Pang, Principal Attorney/Managing Partner, IPO Pang PC- "New Trends and Challenges in Chinese Business Transactions"
3. Thomas Y. Man, Partner, Lovells LLP- "Tidal Waves and Undercurrents in Chinese Business: Recent Developments in Key Sectors"
4. Kyle A. Wombolt, Partner, Goodwin Procter LLP- "The FCPA and Its Impact on Organizations Doing Business in China"
5. Joshua M. Zimmerman, Partner, Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy LLP- "Post-Lehman Developments in China"
6. Spencer Griffith, Partner, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP- "U.S.-China Trade Policy and Its Impact on Chinese Business Transactions"
7. Edward Lehman, Managing Director, Lehman, Lee & Xu- "Responding to Change: New Laws, New Strategies in China"
8. Weisun Rao, Principal, Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone PLC- "Intellectual Property Laws in China"
9. Eugene Lim, Partner, Baker & McKenzie- "Doing Business in China: Charting Your Way through Potential Regulatory Quagmires"