Mr Chang, a former co-founding partner of the PRC firm of FenXun Partners, advises global financial institutions and multinationals on investments and acquisitions in China and related regulatory and compliance matters.

Brian Beglin, co-managing partner of Bingham's Beijing office, said: "A large part of our growth strategy in Asia is adding market-leading practitioners that drive value for clients. The addition of Fred aligns perfectly with this strategy. we are delighted to have him join and look forward to working with him to build on our strengths in Asia."

Strategically positioned

Bingham's Beijing office is strategically positioned to serve both multinationals investing in China, and Chinese companies expanding abroad. The firm is also offering clients government relations and crisis management expertise and strategic guidance on the public policy aspects of trade and investment as well as complex, regulatory and enforcement matters.