About Simon Legal Services

No matter where you operate your business, understanding and complying with local laws is something you should always consider. Collaborating with experienced legal professionals can provide you with a deep understanding of Chinese law and practice, facilitating and facilitating business transactions, whether you are operating in China or communicating with Chinese business partners.

The Simon team, together with our legal partner network, has over 16 years of legal experience in China and has a deep understanding and knowledge of the local legal environment and market dynamics. Our goal is to simplify the complexity for our clients, achieving cost-effectiveness, timely delivery, and optimal solutions.

Our legal team has provided advice on some of the main issues you may encounter when conducting business in China, including foreign investment, dispute resolution, intellectual property protection, employment, and compensation.

What legal issues can Simon help you solve?

Enterprise establishment and foreign investment

China has become the world’s second largest recipient of foreign direct investment (FDI) after the United States. Simon’s highly qualified consultants have been committed to providing legal advice and services on investment plans for overseas investors for many years, possessing the following professional knowledge:

• Company registration in Chinese Mainland (wholly foreign-owned enterprises, joint ventures, RO, limited liability partnerships, holding companies, etc.);
• Establishment of Hong Kong company;
• Capital restructuring;
• Share transfer and equity purchase;
• Profit repatriation;
• Change of company information;
• Tendering and bidding;
• Company restructuring, sale, relocation or cancellation;
• Domestic and cross-border financing;
• responsible investigation;

International Trade and Customs Affairs

China is known for its low labor costs and is now one of the most popular investment destinations for manufacturing and import/export. Working with Simon, you don’t have to worry about compliance requirements.

• Review or preparation of international trade contracts/agreements;
• International trade dispute resolution;
• Tariffs and taxes;
• Anti theft investigation;
• Equity and asset acquisitions;
• Share Transfer Agreement;
• Government changes and regulatory approvals;

Mergers and Acquisitions

In the past, the traditional way for foreign investors to invest in the Chinese market was to establish foreign-funded enterprises or joint ventures. In recent years, mergers and acquisitions have become increasingly popular in order to expand its business in the country.

• Target company selection and investigation;
• Financial due diligence
• Merger and acquisition negotiations
• Equity and asset acquisitions
• Share Transfer Agreement
• Government changes and regulatory approvals

Litigation and Dispute Resolution

No matter where you operate your business, you will encounter disputes and conflicts. When foreign countries have different business backgrounds, languages, cultural norms, and management standards, this may become even more complex. Simon can help you resolve disputes with our professional legal team.

• Agency for commercial disputes
• Debt recovery
• Prepare and send requirement letters
• Settlement negotiations
• Mediation, arbitration, and litigation
• Collection and preservation of commercial evidence

Cancellation and bankruptcy

Although China has attracted a large amount of foreign direct investment, not all of these projects are successful or sustainable, and some of them may decide to close their Chinese entities for various reasons. Legally closing a company may be more challenging than registering a new one, and Simon can play a role in this complex and time-consuming process to minimize your losses.

• Shareholders’ liquidation resolution
• Employee layoffs and termination of labor contracts
• The composition of the liquidation committee and the completion of the liquidation announcement
• Drafting of liquidation and asset disposal plans
• Cancellation by relevant departments
• Participate in bankruptcy proceedings

Employment Consultation

Dealing with matters related to human resources may be the most important part of your company’s successful operation, especially when achieving the most cost-effective goals while complying with laws.
Drafting and reviewing labor contracts;
Confidentiality and non compete agreements;
Dismissal, termination, and other labor disputes;
Workplace sexual harassment and anti discrimination;

Intellectual Property Protection

Your intellectual property is a valuable asset of the company, and protecting intellectual property should be a key component of business operations. Let Simon help you complete the entire lifecycle of your IP.

• Registration and filing of intellectual property (trademarks, patents, copyrights, etc.)
• Intellectual property authorization
• Risk management and strategic planning
• Intellectual property disputes and law enforcement
• Protection against unfair competition
• Intellectual property infringement and anti-counterfeiting investigation

Why choose Simon?

Rapid Processing

With experienced team members, we can handle your project faster than others.

Unsuccessful, no charge

Simon promises that we will only charge after your project is successfully completed.

Tailored services

We will provide the most suitable business plan based on your situation.

Traceable process

Simon has an online system for you to track any updates to the project.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have any further questions? don’t worry! We are happy to answer!