China Legal Guides by Practice Area
Twelve authoritative practice guides for foreign businesses and individuals. Start with how the law works nationwide, then drill into city hubs and verified lawyers.
Business setup & commercial
Forming entities, contracting, and cross-border trade
Company Formation
Form a company in China: WFOE vs JV vs RO, negative list access, incorporation roadmap, chops, capital, licensing, and post-setup compliance.
Business & Contract
China contract and commercial law for foreign businesses: Civil Code formation, chops, bilingual drafting, supply/OEM templates, payment, and breach remedies.
Trade & Customs
China customs and trade compliance for importers/exporters: HS classification, valuation, processing trade, AEO audits, controls, and duty disputes.
Employment & people
Workforce, immigration, and family matters
Employment & Labor
China employment law for foreign employers: contracts, termination, social insurance, work permits, and labor disputes under PRC Labor Contract Law.
Visa & Immigration
China visa and immigration guide for foreign nationals: Z work visa, residence permits, family reunion, talent schemes, employer compliance, and when to hire counsel.
Divorce & Family
China divorce and family law for foreign nationals: jurisdiction, marital property, custody, support, domestic violence protection, and cross-border recognition.
IP, product & property
Protecting brands, products, and real estate
Intellectual Property
China IP law for foreign businesses: trademarks, patents, copyright, trade secrets, platform takedowns, customs recordal, and enforcement strategy.
Product Liability
China product liability and safety compliance: defective products, recalls, e-commerce platform exposure, evidence/appraisal, and prevention for brands and importers.
Real Property
China real estate law for foreign parties: land use rights, buying property, commercial leases, development permits, mortgages, and common disputes.
Disputes & risk
Litigation, arbitration, injury claims, and criminal defense
Dispute Resolution
Resolve commercial disputes in China: PRC courts, CIETAC/SHIAC/SCIA arbitration, mediation, clause drafting, interim measures, and enforcement.
Personal Injury
China personal injury claims: traffic accidents, medical malpractice, workplace injury, premises liability, compensation standards, and steps for foreign victims.
Criminal Defense
Criminal defense in China for foreign nationals: investigation, detention, counsel rights, bail, trial stages, and when to instruct local defense lawyers.
Go deeper by city or talk to counsel
National guides explain the framework. City hubs and the lawyer directory convert research into local action.
Editorial guides for orientation only — not legal advice. Confirm current rules with qualified counsel and authorities.