Specialising in complex internal investigations and disputes surrounding improper employee behaviour, the Morgan Lewis & Bockius LLP team acts on behalf of domestic and international companies involved in the tech, finance and life sciences sectors primarily. The firm is well equipped to handle all aspects of employment and data protection laws, displaying an equally strong command on hiring, termination and workforce reduction affairs. Characterised for her ‘responsiveness’ and ’attention’, Lesli Ligorner leads the team from both Tokyo and Beijing, predominantly focusing upon anti-corruption compliance and harassment policies. From Shanghai, Todd Liao is knowledgeable on non-competition agreements, Hong Kong-based Charles Mo is a regulatory expert, and Yuting Zhu stands out for her M&A and restructuring-focused work in Beijing.
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Testimonials
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- ‘No other US-based firm has the breadth of experience and coverage in China as Morgan Lewis does, with offices in Beijing, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Shenzhen. The team collaborates seamlessly across offices, and understands how to guide multinational companies in navigating the local legal and business culture.’
- ‘If you do business in China, you want Lesli Ligorner in your corner. Her responsiveness, attention, and devotion to your matters make you feel like you are her only client, which is astounding as she is a highly sought out counsel by many of the largest multinational companies. I can always count on Lesli to build a team to deliver strategic, practical advice.’
Key clients
- Gilead Corporation
- Endeavor
- Comcast
- Foreign Correspondents’ Club of China
Lawyers
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Practice head
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K. Lesli Ligorner