The technology transaction group at Morrison Foerster advises international tech companies on entering the Chinese market and acts as counsel towards start-ups and investors. The team is well-versed in assisting in highly regulated matters such as data, cybersecurity, telecoms, and internet and also supports clients in life sciences and financial services sectors with TMT issues. The team is co-led by Gordon Milner, who splits his time between Hong Kong and Singapore, and Chuan Sun who resides in both Beijing and Shanghai. Sun is an expert in TMT matters and advises a range of clients from multinationals to start-ups on TMT transactions and regulatory matters. Paul McKenzie handles both inbound and outbound transactions and is based in Beijing and Singapore.
Testimonials
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‘They are practical, connected and really appreciate how Western companies function in the area. Particular excellent focus on technology.’
‘Gordon Milnar gives excellent licensing advice and helpful partnership on corporate initiatives. Paul McKenzie knows what has worked and what has not- excellent corporate partnership.’
Key clients
- Roblox
- Softbank
Work highlights
- Represented Roblox in the structuring and establishment of its joint venture with Tencent as well as the launch and ongoing operations of the Roblox platform.
- Advised Roblox on regulatory and cybersecurity matters related to the data networks used for its global operations in Hong Kong, China and across Asia.
- Advised Celadon Partners on its launch of GeneFab and represented GeneFab in its acquisition of advanced, gene circuit and bio-manufacturing technologies from Senti Biosciences.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Gordon Milner, Chuan Sun