With a largely international and multinational client base, Zhao Sheng Law Firm advises technology, entertainment, financial sponsors, investment banks and e-commerce companies on TMT transactions. The firm utilises its joint operation with Linklaters to provide strong cross-border assistance in M&A. Data protection and cybersecurity is another pillar of the practice which assists with international data transfer projects, implementing cloud-based solutions, policy reviews, and data exports. Richard Gu leads the team from Shanghai and excels in cross-border M&A, joint venture transactions, as well as data compliance matters.
Key clients
- Microsoft
- Citibank
Work highlights
- Advised Microsoft on the Chinese merger filing for its $70bn acquisition of Activision Blizzard.
- Advised Intel on China regulatory aspects of its $5.4bn acquisition of Tower Semiconductors.