Due Diligence on Chinese Companies: Methods, Tools and Resources for Determining Fact from Fiction

Methods, Tools, and Resources for Determining Fact from Fiction
SPEAKER: Mr. Jim Zimmerman
Former Chairman Emeritus of the American Chamber of Commerce in China

Mr. Zimmerman is recognized as one of Asia's leading business lawyers in the categories of Chinese Law, Dispute Resolution and General Corporate Law in Asia.

TOPIC OF SEMINAR: It’s important for US firms to thoroughly investigate their “partners” in China including their joint venture partners, M&A targets, distributors, suppliers, senior managers, consultants and agents, third party services providers, and governmental stakeholders. Critical mistakes can be made if an investor links up with the wrong partner. Topics to include a review of the methods and tools employed to conduct legal, operational, and financial due diligence on Chinese companies. Participants will learn more about the use of due diligence checklists, resources and processes for verifying information and data received, impact of Chinese state/commercial secrets laws, and developing contractual language to protect the parties.

7:00-7:30am: Breakfast & Networking
7:30-9:30am: Seminar
9:30-10:00am: Networking
10:00am: Close of Event