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GSK sends investigative team to China
Pharma company GlaxoSmithKline is sending lawyers out to China as part of a team to get to the bottom of the corruption allegations made by the Chinese authorities.
China ups anti-monopoly activity
China has recently launched three separate anti-trust investigations into foreign companies, prompting speculation that the moves are part of a pattern.
Hong Kong seeks to open China law firm market
International law firms should find out within a couple of months if they will be able to practice in China through their Hong Kong offices.
GSK legal counsel under house arrest in China
GlaxoSmithKline's legal counsel in China is under house arrest and constant surveillance, following accusations against the company of bribery and evasion of the tax laws.
Field Fisher ties Chinese knot
Field Fisher Waterhouse has tied the knot with a 14 lawyer Chinese law firm.
Healthcare giant GSK in Chinese bribery mystery
Global healthcare company GlaxoSmithKline's Chinese offices have been raided by police after an anonymous whistleblower accused sales staff of bribery, according to reports.
Lawyers warn investors of risky Chinese IPOs
Legal experts have highlighted the unusual business structure used by many Chinese companies to urge investors to use caution when dipping into the market.
China Considers Punitive Damages in IPR Infringement Cases
The Chinese State Counsel is considering amending the Patent, Trademark and Copyright laws in order to introduce punitive damages against deliberate and repeated acts of infringements.
Lawyers urge regulator action on Apex deal
Lawyers have called for securities regulators to assess whether a criminal investigation is needed into Hong Kong conglomerate Cheung Kong's sales of hotel suites in Kwai Chung despite an agreement with the developer to cancel the sales.
Chinese lawyers attacked during 'black jail' visit
Several leading Chinese rights lawyers were reportedly beaten and detained when they attempted to visit an unofficial detention centre, known as a 'black jail' earlier this week.
China in antitrust delays
China is flexing its muscles when regulating global mergers.
Enforcement is not the only strategy for brand owners
Enforcement alone will not solve counterfeiting issues for most corporates, says partner Paolo Beconcini of Carroll, Burdick & & McDonough who will be discussing this issue at the Luxury Law Summit.
Seyfarth Shaw taps DLA partner ahead of Shanghai launch
Chicago-headquartered law firm Seyfarth Shaw is pushing ahead with its international plans by hiring DLA Shanghai corporate partner Wan Li ahead of its Shanghai office opening in May.
Apple removes Chinese app for providing 'illegal' content
US technology giant Apple has taken down at least one application from the China App Store after it was discovered that books banned by the Chinese government had been made available.
Brand protection and enforcement of IP rights in China
With Chinese counterfeiters responsible for two in three of the products seized by US and UK customs, Paolo Beconcini, who is speaking at the Luxury Law Summit, advises businesses on the best way to protect their goods.
Chinese lawyers angered by official's 'cowards' remark
Lawyers in China have reacted furiously after a local Communist Party official branded them 'cowards' for asking citizens to petition his superiors.
Ashurst gets green light for Beijing launch
London-headquartered law firm Ashurst is set to open an office in Beijing after gaining a licence from China's Ministry of Justice.
BLP confirms Beijing launch
London-headquartered law firm Berwin Leighton Paisner will open an office in Beijing this year after receiving approval from Chinese authorities.
Early wake up call causes stir
Lawyers in the Shanghai office of global law firm Hogan Lovells will be setting their alarms with added care after being scolded for not being at their desks early enough.
China cracks down on poor quality listings
Market authorities in China are cracking down on the quality of stock exchange listings in the rapidly growing mainland jurisdiction, a report from Beijing indicates today.