Dorsey & Whitney

Firm overview:

Dorsey has maintained and strengthened its presence in China and the Asia-Pacific region, opening its Hong Kong office in 1995, its Shanghai office in 2001 and its Beijing office in 2015. The firm is on hand to assist US, European and other international companies successfully conduct business in China, as well as helping Chinese entities achieve their business goals around the world.

Clients that include multinational companies go to Dorsey for advice on acquiring and maintaining IP rights in China, as well as representing them in times of dispute, drawing on the experience of the firm’s international dispute resolution practice.

In 2024, the firm gained Mansfield Certification Plus status for the seventh consecutive year. This process requires that at least 30% of the firm’s talent pools considered for leadership roles consist of underrepresented groups and that its advancement processes are transparent.

Team overview:

Legal consultant Hazel Zhao, based in Beijing, assists clients on cross-border IP disputes among other matters. With in-depth knowledge of Chinese and EU laws, Zhao is a valuable asset for clients seeking guidance on business operations in multiple jurisdictions.