China

If you’re looking to invest or establish operations in China or outsource manufacturing there, look to the lawyers at Miller Canfield.

Miller Canfield’s experience in outsourcing, licensing agreements and greenfield development helps OEMs, Tier I and II automotive suppliers, consumer product manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, I.T. and engineering firms expand business in China. 

We have an office in Shanghai and have been assisting U.S., Canadian and European clients for years with their legal and business needs in China thanks to our extensive experience and business relationships with law firms we know and trust.  With our assistance and guidance, clients can focus on new sources, growing markets and global opportunities including those in the automotive, pharmaceutical, medical devices, environmental, construction, high tech and financial services industries.

From offices in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Poland, we negotiate and draft international licensing, sales, and distributorship agreements for businesses expanding into China.  We represent multinational companies as well as progressive, closely held small to mid-sized companies and provide global business services including:

• Establishing operations in China
• Joint ventures, mergers and foreign acquisitions
• Supply agreements
• Real estate acquisitions/dispositions
• Domestic and foreign tax structures and issues
• International arbitration
• Customs and import/export licensing
• International finance and banking
• Immigration
• Industry regulations and requirements
• Intellectual property protection  

Our attorney team worldwide knows how to help your business in China.