Lin & Partners is ranked ‘Highly recommended’ across various practice areas. The firm's practice includes banking and finance, M&A, dispute resolution, employment, and intellectual property. Managing partner George Lin specialises in banking, M&A, securities, and gaming law matters.
Client feedback
“Very knowledgeable and experienced. Always makes time for the client.” – Corporate and M&A
“Effective strategies and actions. Strong negotiation skills and prompt responses.” – Dispute resolution
“Excellence in negotiation and forecasting following steps in the litigation. Continuous efforts on evidence collection.” – Dispute resolution
“They have good contacts regarding law practices in places like Singapore and Hong Kong, which are frequently accepted to be arbitration locations as a third country, for contracts between our Taiwan-based company and another foreign company. They have excellent ability to work in both English and Chinese.” – Infrastructure
“Professional and hospitable.” – Intellectual property
David Lee
“Great communication skills.”
“Very professional and objective.”
George Lin
“Effective and efficient teamwork.”
“Precise and sharp.”
“Although he is the partner of the firm, he always takes his time to help his team to work with us.”
Work highlights
Advised Taoyuan Metro Corporation on its joint venture to connect Taoyuan City and Taoyuan International Airport to Taipei and New Taipei.
Chen & Lin provides clients with a full range of business law services, including corporate, securities, finance, intellectual property, and all types of business litigation. Partner Jennifer Wang leads the firm’s capital markets and M&A team. Her specialised legal areas include antitrust, corporate and M&A, e-commerce, investments and securities. Partner Ying Yi Lee specialises in corporate and securities related laws.
Work highlights
Advised United Microelectronics on the issuance of second unsecured straight corporate bond.
Advised Unimicron Technology on the issuance of domestic ordinary corporate bonds.
LCS & Partners is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets and investment funds. The firm regularly provides legal solutions on complex cross-border transactions and litigation. Founding partner David Chuang specialises in banking and finance, especially in matters related to syndicated lending, bank finance, project finance, securitisation, structured finance, and derivatives. Partner Victor Chang heads the firm’s cross-border group and he has extensive experience in handling cross-border M&A and private equity transactions. The firm lost partner Brian Yu, who is versed in the capital market in December 2021.
Work highlights
Advised Shiseido Company on the transfer its professional business in Japan and Asia to Henkel in Germany.
Advised Banco Santander on the financing and mortgages filing of four container vessels.
Advised AMP Capital in connection with its project financing for an offshore wind project.
Top-tier firm Lee and Li is ranked ‘Outstanding’ across different practice areas. Partner Robin Chang heads the firm’s banking practice group. His practice focuses on antitrust law, banking, capital markets, financial consumer protection law, M&A, and project financing. IP partner Dennis Huang specialises in IP litigation, licensing, IP transaction and antitrust matters.
Client feedback
“Provides the full scope of services and rich experience in the sector. Good knowledge of the law and interpretation.” – Corporate and M&A
“The full-service firm is highly professional and delivers good quality work.” – Energy
Joyce Fan
“Knowledgeable, highly professional and attentive to clients' needs.”
Jennifer Li
“Diligent, thinks fast, being available and knowledgeable.”
Work highlights
Advised Sun Ba Power Corporation on various issues in relation to financing structure under Taiwan laws.
Advised CTBC Bank on granting PT Cemerlang Multimedia a syndicated loan of $17 million.
Key clients
Mega International Commercial Bank
Full-service firm Lexcel Partners specialises in banking and finance, dispute resolution, labour and employment, M&A, real estate, regulatory compliance, intellectual property and tax. A key partner to note for corporate and M&A is managing partner Mike Lu.
Client feedback
“The firm provides legal opinion timely with excellent quality.” – Corporate and M&A
“Not only does Lexcel Partners know the investment fund area well, but it is also on top of the latest regulatory requirements and issues. They are also very familiar with the regulators, including their requirements, expectations and how they work. The firm is well regarded by the regulators.” – Investment fund
“They respond promptly with market knowledge and practical advice.” – Investment fund
“Very professional and reasonable fee.” – Labour and employment
Jeffrey Liu
“Jeffrey is responsive, practical, and commercial and the quality of his work is good.”
“Very practical and business oriented. Friendly and prompt response.”
David Tsai
“Very professional and knowledgeable in labour law in Taiwan.”
“David always responds to client's requests on time and finds the solutions!”
Work highlights
Advised various banks on cross-border loans and guarantees.
Lin & Partners is ranked ‘Highly recommended’ across various practice areas. The firm's practice includes banking and finance, M&A, dispute resolution, employment, and intellectual property. Managing partner George Lin specialises in banking, M&A, securities, and gaming law matters.
Client feedback
“Very knowledgeable and experienced. Always makes time for the client.” – Corporate and M&A
“Effective strategies and actions. Strong negotiation skills and prompt responses.” – Dispute resolution
“Excellence in negotiation and forecasting following steps in the litigation. Continuous efforts on evidence collection.” – Dispute resolution
“They have good contacts regarding law practices in places like Singapore and Hong Kong, which are frequently accepted to be arbitration locations as a third country, for contracts between our Taiwan-based company and another foreign company. They have excellent ability to work in both English and Chinese.” – Infrastructure
“Professional and hospitable.” – Intellectual property
David Lee
“Great communication skills.”
“Very professional and objective.”
George Lin
“Effective and efficient teamwork.”
“Precise and sharp.”
“Although he is the partner of the firm, he always takes his time to help his team to work with us.”
Work highlights
Advised a multinational healthcare service leader on a term loan facility agreement.
Full-service firm Tsar & Tsai Law Firm is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets, corporate and M&A and dispute resolution. The firm’s well-established capital markets team is famous for its extensive experience in large scale IPO and securities offering matters. Its dispute resolution team often represents clients in hearings before government agencies and the ROC Administrative Court and has participated in both international and domestic commercial arbitrations under the ROC Arbitration Law. Partners Jackie Lin, Janice Lin, James Cheng, CY Huang and Joyce Ho are key figures.
Client feedback
“Excellent legal analysis, commercial and solutions-oriented approach.” – Energy
“Very responsive and thorough in providing legal analysis.” – Restructuring and insolvency
Janice Lin
“Client friendly, excellent analytical skills and solution driven.”
Lynn Lin
“Very responsive and provides good insights on issues. A critical thinker.”
Work highlights
Assisted the syndicated lenders in a financing project for going private transaction launched by Baring PE Fund and the major shareholders for Ginko International.
Assisted the lenders, hedge banks and export credit agencies, in successfully closing the project financing of the 605 MW Greater Changhua 1 offshore wind farm and associated holding company financing in Taiwan.
Assisted Cathay United Bank and its offshore branch in its offering of offshore structured notes and sale to onshore qualified investors.
Key clients
Academia Sinica, Huatai Special Opportunities Fund I, Taiwania Capital Management Corporation
Chen & Lin provides clients with a full range of business law services, including corporate, securities, finance, intellectual property, and all types of business litigation. Partner Jennifer Wang leads the firm’s capital markets and M&A team. Her specialised legal areas include antitrust, corporate and M&A, e-commerce, investments and securities. Partner Ying Yi Lee specialises in corporate and securities related laws.
Acted as Taiwan legal counsel to Panjit International on the issuance of global depositary receipts representing 50,000,000 common shares which are listed on the Exchange of Luxembourg.
Acted as legal counsel to UMC on its issuance of currency linked zero coupon exchangeable bonds.
Established in May 2010, Dentons Taiwan comprises more than 50 lawyers and legal consultants who are licensed to practice in Taiwan, China and the US. Key figures include senior partners James Hsiao and Cheng-Kai Wang. In August 2021, the firm hired Lan-Fang Chin as a senior partner to boost its M&A offering.
Client feedback
“Professional yet commercial enough, solution driven and client oriented.” – Corporate and M&A
“Deep knowledge and strong expertise in cross border M&A.” – Corporate and M&A
James Hsiao
“Very professional, experienced, quick to respond and provide solutions.”
“Good listening skills, in-depth knowledge, effective, and problem-solving.”
Work highlights
Acted as counsel for Morgan Stanley, advising on and assisting with block trade of Lotus Pharmaceutical and negotiation with Alvogen Group.
Assisted Andes Technology Corporation in the issuance of global deposit receipts.
Key clients
AP Memory Technology, BizLink Holding, Pchome Online
LCS & Partners is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets and investment funds. The firm regularly provides legal solutions on complex cross-border transactions and litigation. Founding partner David Chuang specialises in banking and finance, especially in matters related to syndicated lending, bank finance, project finance, securitisation, structured finance, and derivatives. Partner Victor Chang heads the firm’s cross-border group and he has extensive experience in handling cross-border M&A and private equity transactions. The firm lost partner Brian Yu, who is versed in the capital market in December 2021.
Work highlights
Acted as lead counsel to IKKA Holdings on its IPO and listing on the Taiwan Stock Exchange.
Advised Just Kitchen Holdings on its public offering of common shares listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) Venture Exchange.
Key clients
Cowealth Medical China, Taiwan Prologium
Top-tier firm Lee and Li is ranked ‘Outstanding’ across different practice areas. Partner Robin Chang heads the firm’s banking practice group. His practice focuses on antitrust law, banking, capital markets, financial consumer protection law, M&A, and project financing. IP partner Dennis Huang specialises in IP litigation, licensing, IP transaction and antitrust matters.
Client feedback
“Provides the full scope of services and rich experience in the sector. Good knowledge of the law and interpretation.” – Corporate and M&A
“The full-service firm is highly professional and delivers good quality work.” – Energy
Joyce Fan
“Knowledgeable, highly professional and attentive to clients' needs.”
Jennifer Li
“Diligent, thinks fast, being available and knowledgeable.”
Work highlights
Advised Qatar Petroleum on the issuance of $4 billion bond.
Advised Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC on the issuance of $750 million notes due 2051.
Key clients
Verizon Communications
Full-service firm Lexcel Partners specialises in banking and finance, dispute resolution, labour and employment, M&A, real estate, regulatory compliance, intellectual property and tax. A key partner to note for corporate and M&A is managing partner Mike Lu.
Client feedback
“The firm provides legal opinion timely with excellent quality.” – Corporate and M&A
“Not only does Lexcel Partners know the investment fund area well, but it is also on top of the latest regulatory requirements and issues. They are also very familiar with the regulators, including their requirements, expectations and how they work. The firm is well regarded by the regulators.” – Investment fund
“They respond promptly with market knowledge and practical advice.” – Investment fund
“Very professional and reasonable fee.” – Labour and employment
Jeffrey Liu
“Jeffrey is responsive, practical, and commercial and the quality of his work is good.”
“Very practical and business oriented. Friendly and prompt response.”
David Tsai
“Very professional and knowledgeable in labour law in Taiwan.”
“David always responds to client's requests on time and finds the solutions!”
Work highlights
Advised pharmaceutical company Listco on its Hong Kong IPO.
Assisted Allianz Global Investors to register Allianz Global Intelligent Cities for offering and sale in Taiwan.
Key clients
BlackRock Taiwan
Lin & Partners is ranked ‘Highly recommended’ across various practice areas. The firm's practice includes banking and finance, M&A, dispute resolution, employment, and intellectual property. Managing partner George Lin specialises in banking, M&A, securities, and gaming law matters.
Client feedback
“Very knowledgeable and experienced. Always makes time for the client.” – Corporate and M&A
“Effective strategies and actions. Strong negotiation skills and prompt responses.” – Dispute resolution
“Excellence in negotiation and forecasting following steps in the litigation. Continuous efforts on evidence collection.” – Dispute resolution
“They have good contacts regarding law practices in places like Singapore and Hong Kong, which are frequently accepted to be arbitration locations as a third country, for contracts between our Taiwan-based company and another foreign company. They have excellent ability to work in both English and Chinese.” – Infrastructure
“Professional and hospitable.” – Intellectual property
David Lee
“Great communication skills.”
“Very professional and objective.”
George Lin
“Effective and efficient teamwork.”
“Precise and sharp.”
“Although he is the partner of the firm, he always takes his time to help his team to work with us.”
Work highlights
Advised a leading cryptocurrency exchange platform on the issuance of a novel type of cryptocurrency.
Full-service firm Tsar & Tsai Law Firm is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets, corporate and M&A and dispute resolution. The firm’s well-established capital markets team is famous for its extensive experience in large scale IPO and securities offering matters. Its dispute resolution team often represents clients in hearings before government agencies and the ROC Administrative Court and has participated in both international and domestic commercial arbitrations under the ROC Arbitration Law. Partners Jackie Lin, Janice Lin, James Cheng, CY Huang and Joyce Ho are key figures.
Client feedback
“Excellent legal analysis, commercial and solutions-oriented approach.” – Energy
“Very responsive and thorough in providing legal analysis.” – Restructuring and insolvency
Janice Lin
“Client friendly, excellent analytical skills and solution driven.”
Lynn Lin
“Very responsive and provides good insights on issues. A critical thinker.”
Work highlights
Advised GlobalWafers, the world’s third largest and the largest non-Japanese semiconductor silicon wafer manufacturer, on its issuance of $1 billion currency-linked zero-coupon convertible bonds.
Advised 58 freight, a logistics start-up operating GOGOX and fast Dog Taxi brands, on its IPO application to the Hong Kong stock exchange.
Key clients
Ennoconn Corporation, Good Friend International Holdings, Jadard Technology, Lai Sun Development Company, Taiwania Capital Management Corporation,Yorkey Optical International (Cayman)
LCS & Partners is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets and investment funds. The firm regularly provides legal solutions on complex cross-border transactions and litigation. Founding partner David Chuang specialises in banking and finance, especially in matters related to syndicated lending, bank finance, project finance, securitisation, structured finance, and derivatives. Partner Victor Chang heads the firm’s cross-border group and he has extensive experience in handling cross-border M&A and private equity transactions. The firm lost partner Brian Yu, who is versed in the capital market in December 2021.
Work highlights
Represented Chuan Lian, Taiwan’s leading supermarket retailer, in its pre-merger notification for its acquisition of RT Mart before the Taiwan Fair Trade Commission (TFTC).
Acted as legal counsel to Veolia Environment in preparing merger filing to the TFTC regarding its merger with Suez.
Top-tier firm Lee and Li is ranked ‘Outstanding’ across different practice areas. Partner Robin Chang heads the firm’s banking practice group. His practice focuses on antitrust law, banking, capital markets, financial consumer protection law, M&A, and project financing. IP partner Dennis Huang specialises in IP litigation, licensing, IP transaction and antitrust matters.
Client feedback
“Provides the full scope of services and rich experience in the sector. Good knowledge of the law and interpretation.” – Corporate and M&A
“The full-service firm is highly professional and delivers good quality work.” – Energy
Joyce Fan
“Knowledgeable, highly professional and attentive to clients' needs.”
Jennifer Li
“Diligent, thinks fast, being available and knowledgeable.”
Work highlights
Advised AMD on the antitrust examination arising from its acquisition of Xilinx.
Advised SK Hynix on transactional matters arising from its acquisition of Intel’s NAND flash memory and SSDs businesses.
Full-service firm Lexcel Partners specialises in banking and finance, dispute resolution, labour and employment, M&A, real estate, regulatory compliance, intellectual property and tax. A key partner to note for corporate and M&A is managing partner Mike Lu.
Client feedback
“The firm provides legal opinion timely with excellent quality.” – Corporate and M&A
“Not only does Lexcel Partners know the investment fund area well, but it is also on top of the latest regulatory requirements and issues. They are also very familiar with the regulators, including their requirements, expectations and how they work. The firm is well regarded by the regulators.” – Investment fund
“They respond promptly with market knowledge and practical advice.” – Investment fund
“Very professional and reasonable fee.” – Labour and employment
Jeffrey Liu
“Jeffrey is responsive, practical, and commercial and the quality of his work is good.”
“Very practical and business oriented. Friendly and prompt response.”
David Tsai
“Very professional and knowledgeable in labour law in Taiwan.”
“David always responds to client's requests on time and finds the solutions!”
Work highlights
Advised Carrefour Taiwan on alleged unfair anti-competitive activities in an investigation initiated by the TFTC.
Full-service firm Tsar & Tsai Law Firm is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets, corporate and M&A and dispute resolution. The firm’s well-established capital markets team is famous for its extensive experience in large scale IPO and securities offering matters. Its dispute resolution team often represents clients in hearings before government agencies and the ROC Administrative Court and has participated in both international and domestic commercial arbitrations under the ROC Arbitration Law. Partners Jackie Lin, Janice Lin, James Cheng, CY Huang and Joyce Ho are key figures.
Client feedback
“Excellent legal analysis, commercial and solutions-oriented approach.” – Energy
“Very responsive and thorough in providing legal analysis.” – Restructuring and insolvency
Janice Lin
“Client friendly, excellent analytical skills and solution driven.”
Lynn Lin
“Very responsive and provides good insights on issues. A critical thinker.”
Work highlights
Advised IHS Markit on its acquisition by S&P Global.
Advised Daimler Truck Holding on its Taiwan merger filing in response to the Taiwan competition authority’s investigations.
Key clients
Advantage Partners, Carrefour, Kobe Steel, Nippon Steel Corporation
Top-tier firm Lee and Li is ranked ‘Outstanding’ across different practice areas. Partner Robin Chang heads the firm’s banking practice group. His practice focuses on antitrust law, banking, capital markets, financial consumer protection law, M&A, and project financing. IP partner Dennis Huang specialises in IP litigation, licensing, IP transaction and antitrust matters.
Client feedback
“Provides the full scope of services and rich experience in the sector. Good knowledge of the law and interpretation.” – Corporate and M&A
“The full-service firm is highly professional and delivers good quality work.” – Energy
Joyce Fan
“Knowledgeable, highly professional and attentive to clients' needs.”
Jennifer Li
“Diligent, thinks fast, being available and knowledgeable.”
Work highlights
Advised Ørsted on its divestment of 50% of the 605 MW Greater Changhua 1 Offshore Wind Farm to global investment group Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec and Cathay.
Advised Formosa 2 on the development and construction of F2 offshore wind project.
Key clients
Global Power Synergy Public Company, Yunneng Wind Power, Shou Li PV Energy
Lin & Partners is ranked ‘Highly recommended’ across various practice areas. The firm's practice includes banking and finance, M&A, dispute resolution, employment, and intellectual property. Managing partner George Lin specialises in banking, M&A, securities, and gaming law matters.
Client feedback
“Very knowledgeable and experienced. Always makes time for the client.” – Corporate and M&A
“Effective strategies and actions. Strong negotiation skills and prompt responses.” – Dispute resolution
“Excellence in negotiation and forecasting following steps in the litigation. Continuous efforts on evidence collection.” – Dispute resolution
“They have good contacts regarding law practices in places like Singapore and Hong Kong, which are frequently accepted to be arbitration locations as a third country, for contracts between our Taiwan-based company and another foreign company. They have excellent ability to work in both English and Chinese.” – Infrastructure
“Professional and hospitable.” – Intellectual property
David Lee
“Great communication skills.”
“Very professional and objective.”
George Lin
“Effective and efficient teamwork.”
“Precise and sharp.”
“Although he is the partner of the firm, he always takes his time to help his team to work with us.”
Work highlights
Represented College of Medicine, National Taiwan University in a dispute over misappropriated land in downtown Taipei City.
Represented HsinChu Country Government in disputes over parking lots across Taiwan.
Key clients
Shinfox Corp, Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Chen & Lin provides clients with a full range of business law services, including corporate, securities, finance, intellectual property, and all types of business litigation. Partner Jennifer Wang leads the firm’s capital markets and M&A team. Her specialised legal areas include antitrust, corporate and M&A, e-commerce, investments and securities. Partner Ying Yi Lee specialises in corporate and securities related laws.
Work highlights
Advised Qisda Corporation and Data Image Corporation on their acquisition of DIVA Laboratories.
Advised Taiwan Mobile on its acquisition of Taiwan Star Telecom Corporation.
Assisted Kraton Corporation on the application of merger filing to Taiwan Fair Trade Commission for its acquisition by DL Chemical.
Key clients
IBF Financial Holdings, Qisda Corporation, SIG Combibloc Group, UMC
Established in May 2010, Dentons Taiwan comprises more than 50 lawyers and legal consultants who are licensed to practice in Taiwan, China and the US. Key figures include senior partners James Hsiao and Cheng-Kai Wang. In August 2021, the firm hired Lan-Fang Chin as a senior partner to boost its M&A offering.
Client feedback
“Professional yet commercial enough, solution driven and client oriented.” – Corporate and M&A
“Deep knowledge and strong expertise in cross border M&A.” – Corporate and M&A
James Hsiao
“Very professional, experienced, quick to respond and provide solutions.”
“Good listening skills, in-depth knowledge, effective, and problem-solving.”
Work highlights
Advised Rotam Global AgroSciences on its sale to Albaugh, a privately-owned US limited liability company.
Advised Primavera Capital on its acquisition of the Greater China business of Mead Johnson from Reckitt Benckiser Group, including its business in Taiwan.
Advised Primavera Capital on its foreign direct investment in Taiwan.
Advised Poyun on its sale to CDIB Capital International, a private equity firm.
Key clients
Cleanaway, EQT IX fund, Pau Jar Group
Eiger is a full-service law firm that provides services in corporate, commercial, dispute resolution and intellectual property matters. John Eastwood, the head of the firm’s IP practice, is experienced in investment projects, commercial ventures, employment, litigation, intellectual property and technology matters.
Client feedback
“Eiger always gives valuable and practical advice.” – Private client
“Understanding our business within the applicable regulatory framework.” – Regulatory
Paul Cassingham
“He is flexible and always available.”
Work highlights
Advised Santera on its acquisition of significant Phoenix Technologies R&D presence, setup of Taiwan entity, and transfer of significant intellectual-property holdings.
Key clients
UPS
LCS & Partners is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets and investment funds. The firm regularly provides legal solutions on complex cross-border transactions and litigation. Founding partner David Chuang specialises in banking and finance, especially in matters related to syndicated lending, bank finance, project finance, securitisation, structured finance, and derivatives. Partner Victor Chang heads the firm’s cross-border group and he has extensive experience in handling cross-border M&A and private equity transactions. The firm lost partner Brian Yu, who is versed in the capital market in December 2021.
Work highlights
Advised Mercury Taiwan Holdings on its $2.7 billion acquisition of the target company.
Representing Longreach, the controlling shareholder of Entie Commercial Bank, in the sale of the bank to International Bills Finance for $1.2 billion.
Advised Chang Wah Electromaterials on its acquisition of 10.03% shares of eChem Solutions.
Key clients
Elite Material, Just Kitchen Holdings
Top-tier firm Lee and Li is ranked ‘Outstanding’ across different practice areas. Partner Robin Chang heads the firm’s banking practice group. His practice focuses on antitrust law, banking, capital markets, financial consumer protection law, M&A, and project financing. IP partner Dennis Huang specialises in IP litigation, licensing, IP transaction and antitrust matters.
Client feedback
“Provides the full scope of services and rich experience in the sector. Good knowledge of the law and interpretation.” – Corporate and M&A
“The full-service firm is highly professional and delivers good quality work.” – Energy
Joyce Fan
“Knowledgeable, highly professional and attentive to clients' needs.”
Jennifer Li
“Diligent, thinks fast, being available and knowledgeable.”
Work highlights
Advised Domino's Pizza Enterprises on its acquisition of PizzaVest Company (Domino's Taiwan).
Advised Prudential Finance on the sale of its Taiwanese life insurance subsidiary to Taishin Financial Holding.
Key clients
Global Renewable Synergy Company, Gogoro
Full-service firm Lexcel Partners specialises in banking and finance, dispute resolution, labour and employment, M&A, real estate, regulatory compliance, intellectual property and tax. A key partner to note for corporate and M&A is managing partner Mike Lu.
Client feedback
“The firm provides legal opinion timely with excellent quality.” – Corporate and M&A
“Not only does Lexcel Partners know the investment fund area well, but it is also on top of the latest regulatory requirements and issues. They are also very familiar with the regulators, including their requirements, expectations and how they work. The firm is well regarded by the regulators.” – Investment fund
“They respond promptly with market knowledge and practical advice.” – Investment fund
“Very professional and reasonable fee.” – Labour and employment
Jeffrey Liu
“Jeffrey is responsive, practical, and commercial and the quality of his work is good.”
“Very practical and business oriented. Friendly and prompt response.”
David Tsai
“Very professional and knowledgeable in labour law in Taiwan.”
“David always responds to client's requests on time and finds the solutions!”
Work highlights
Assisting Hancao Culture and Creative Enterprise in acquiring shares in He Film and Television.
Advised IBF Financial Holdings on its acquisition of 100% equity stake in EnTie Commercial Bank.
Key clients
Alvogen Emerging Market Holdings, Lite-On Technology Corporation
Full-service firm Tsar & Tsai Law Firm is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets, corporate and M&A and dispute resolution. The firm’s well-established capital markets team is famous for its extensive experience in large scale IPO and securities offering matters. Its dispute resolution team often represents clients in hearings before government agencies and the ROC Administrative Court and has participated in both international and domestic commercial arbitrations under the ROC Arbitration Law. Partners Jackie Lin, Janice Lin, James Cheng, CY Huang and Joyce Ho are key figures.
Client feedback
“Excellent legal analysis, commercial and solutions-oriented approach.” – Energy
“Very responsive and thorough in providing legal analysis.” – Restructuring and insolvency
Janice Lin
“Client friendly, excellent analytical skills and solution driven.”
Lynn Lin
“Very responsive and provides good insights on issues. A critical thinker.”
Work highlights
Acted for BP Global on the sale of its global petrochemicals business to INEOS.
Advised SF Holding on its takeover acquisition of Kerry Logistics.
Assisted Citibank in its sale of retail banking business to DBS.
Key clients
Aperam, beBit, Compal Electronic, CTBC Bank, Good Friend International Holdings, HP, Yorkey Optical International
Brain Trust International Law Firm’s practice covers cross-border and domestic disputes, including corporate disputes, international trade and arbitration, intellectual property, and criminal defence. Managing partner Hung Ou Yang specialises in transnational legal disputes, corporate law, white collar crime, business transaction, antitrust, and arbitration.
Client feedback
“Workable solution and prompt response.” – Intellectual property
Hung Ou Yang
“Knowledgeable and communicative.”
Work highlights
Represented Indian manufacturers Varmora Granito, Icon Granito Private, Neelson Ceramic, Kera Vitrified, Comet Granito and Simpolo Vitrified in an anti-dumping investigation.
Conducted corporate internal investigation for Indo Kordsa and filed a criminal complaint against NEW SITE group, a Taiwanese trading company. This is the biggest bank fraud case in the history of Taiwan.
Advised the former director of TISC, one of the top securities trading company in Taiwan, before the Taiwan High Court for a white-collar crime charge regarding a structured notes transaction.
Key clients
Ideal Bike Corporation
Eiger is a full-service law firm that provides services in corporate, commercial, dispute resolution and intellectual property matters. John Eastwood, the head of the firm’s IP practice, is experienced in investment projects, commercial ventures, employment, litigation, intellectual property and technology matters.
Client feedback
“Eiger always gives valuable and practical advice.” – Private client
“Understanding our business within the applicable regulatory framework.” – Regulatory
Paul Cassingham
“He is flexible and always available.”
Work highlights
Representing Stirling Machinery on IP and fair-trade matters in Taiwan.
Assisted a high-end products manufacturer with enforcement of a foreign arbitral award.
Representing a leading US-based financial institution in a dispute against a Taiwan counterparty.
LCS & Partners is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets and investment funds. The firm regularly provides legal solutions on complex cross-border transactions and litigation. Founding partner David Chuang specialises in banking and finance, especially in matters related to syndicated lending, bank finance, project finance, securitisation, structured finance, and derivatives. Partner Victor Chang heads the firm’s cross-border group and he has extensive experience in handling cross-border M&A and private equity transactions. The firm lost partner Brian Yu, who is versed in the capital market in December 2021.
Work highlights
Advised Yosun Hong Kong Corporation on cross-border litigation.
Full-service firm Lexcel Partners specialises in banking and finance, dispute resolution, labour and employment, M&A, real estate, regulatory compliance, intellectual property and tax. A key partner to note for corporate and M&A is managing partner Mike Lu.
Client feedback
“The firm provides legal opinion timely with excellent quality.” – Corporate and M&A
“Not only does Lexcel Partners know the investment fund area well, but it is also on top of the latest regulatory requirements and issues. They are also very familiar with the regulators, including their requirements, expectations and how they work. The firm is well regarded by the regulators.” – Investment fund
“They respond promptly with market knowledge and practical advice.” – Investment fund
“Very professional and reasonable fee.” – Labour and employment
Jeffrey Liu
“Jeffrey is responsive, practical, and commercial and the quality of his work is good.”
“Very practical and business oriented. Friendly and prompt response.”
David Tsai
“Very professional and knowledgeable in labour law in Taiwan.”
“David always responds to client's requests on time and finds the solutions!”
Work highlights
Represented the Ministry of Economic Affairs in a lawsuit seeking compensation from vendors over their illegal cost increasement.
Represented China Life Insurance in court seeking appraisal of the shares from Synpac-Kingdom Pharmaceutical.
Key clients
Airoha Technology, Kimberly-Clark Taiwan, LVMH Taiwan, New Taipei City Government, Spirax Sarco
Lin & Partners is ranked ‘Highly recommended’ across various practice areas. The firm's practice includes banking and finance, M&A, dispute resolution, employment, and intellectual property. Managing partner George Lin specialises in banking, M&A, securities, and gaming law matters.
Client feedback
“Very knowledgeable and experienced. Always makes time for the client.” – Corporate and M&A
“Effective strategies and actions. Strong negotiation skills and prompt responses.” – Dispute resolution
“Excellence in negotiation and forecasting following steps in the litigation. Continuous efforts on evidence collection.” – Dispute resolution
“They have good contacts regarding law practices in places like Singapore and Hong Kong, which are frequently accepted to be arbitration locations as a third country, for contracts between our Taiwan-based company and another foreign company. They have excellent ability to work in both English and Chinese.” – Infrastructure
“Professional and hospitable.” – Intellectual property
David Lee
“Great communication skills.”
“Very professional and objective.”
George Lin
“Effective and efficient teamwork.”
“Precise and sharp.”
“Although he is the partner of the firm, he always takes his time to help his team to work with us.”
Work highlights
Represented Construcciones Y Auxiliar De Ferrocarriles in a construction delay case arising from the Kaohsiung Light Rail project.
Represented Kaohsiung City Government in a gas explosion case.
Key clients
National Taiwan University, Taiwan Centers for Disease Control, Taiwan Railways Administration
Established in 2018, Stellex Law Firm was founded by Chih Poung Liou, Sophia Lelong, Shih Min (Maggie) Wu and Anthony Yang. The firm specialises in legal services for Japanese enterprises, covering the areas of real estate and labour and employment. The firm’s reputable labour team has extensive experience in handling class-action labour disputes and collective bargaining negotiations. Managing partner Chih Poung Liou has a profound knowledge in labour law. He is constantly involved in and contributed to policy changes in domestic labour regulations.
Work highlights
Representing a renowned food delivery platform in administrative proceedings against TFTC’S sanction.
Full-service firm Tsar & Tsai Law Firm is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets, corporate and M&A and dispute resolution. The firm’s well-established capital markets team is famous for its extensive experience in large scale IPO and securities offering matters. Its dispute resolution team often represents clients in hearings before government agencies and the ROC Administrative Court and has participated in both international and domestic commercial arbitrations under the ROC Arbitration Law. Partners Jackie Lin, Janice Lin, James Cheng, CY Huang and Joyce Ho are key figures.
Client feedback
“Excellent legal analysis, commercial and solutions-oriented approach.” – Energy
“Very responsive and thorough in providing legal analysis.” – Restructuring and insolvency
Janice Lin
“Client friendly, excellent analytical skills and solution driven.”
Lynn Lin
“Very responsive and provides good insights on issues. A critical thinker.”
Work highlights
Represented LCY Chemical in a dozen of civil lawsuits arising from the gas explosions accident.
Represented China Petrochemical Development Corporation in filing a lawsuit for setting aside an arbitration award.
Represented Micron in obtaining an indictment against United Microelectronics Corporation and its three employees.
Key clients
Camfil Taiwan, Chang Chun Plastics, Dai Nippon Printing, Didi Chuxing, Sakata Vegetables Europe
Eiger is a full-service law firm that provides services in corporate, commercial, dispute resolution and intellectual property matters. John Eastwood, the head of the firm’s IP practice, is experienced in investment projects, commercial ventures, employment, litigation, intellectual property and technology matters.
Client feedback
“Eiger always gives valuable and practical advice.” – Private client
“Understanding our business within the applicable regulatory framework.” – Regulatory
Paul Cassingham
“He is flexible and always available.”
Work highlights
Acted for Prada in a nationwide anti-counterfeiting work.
Key clients
Amazon, eBay, Douglas Laing
Lin & Partners is ranked ‘Highly recommended’ across various practice areas. The firm's practice includes banking and finance, M&A, dispute resolution, employment, and intellectual property. Managing partner George Lin specialises in banking, M&A, securities, and gaming law matters.
Client feedback
“Very knowledgeable and experienced. Always makes time for the client.” – Corporate and M&A
“Effective strategies and actions. Strong negotiation skills and prompt responses.” – Dispute resolution
“Excellence in negotiation and forecasting following steps in the litigation. Continuous efforts on evidence collection.” – Dispute resolution
“They have good contacts regarding law practices in places like Singapore and Hong Kong, which are frequently accepted to be arbitration locations as a third country, for contracts between our Taiwan-based company and another foreign company. They have excellent ability to work in both English and Chinese.” – Infrastructure
“Professional and hospitable.” – Intellectual property
David Lee
“Great communication skills.”
“Very professional and objective.”
George Lin
“Effective and efficient teamwork.”
“Precise and sharp.”
“Although he is the partner of the firm, he always takes his time to help his team to work with us.”
Advised a US-based technology company in a Taiwan government procurement project.
With offices in Taipei, Taichung, Tainan, Chiayi and Kaohsiung, Saint Island International Patent & Law Offices is experienced in trademark prosecution work. With its collaboration with Beijing Saint Island Intellectual Property Agency and Beijing Tie Chi Patent Firm, the firm also provides a one-stop service to clients seeking IP protection in the Greater China Region. Founding partner Patrick Yun is known for her expertise in patent matters in the material science and software technology sectors. Another patent practitioner to note is Sumin Lai, who leads the firm’s litigation practice.
Work highlights
Successfully defended Dell in a patent infringement lawsuit.
Assisting Intel and HP in restoring lost priority claims in patent applications.
Representing brands including Armani, Toyota and Maserati in combating counterfeits in Taiwan’s Customs proceedings
Key clients
Ford, Japan Taiwan Exchange Association, Panasonic, Sheraton Taitung Hotel, TSMC
Tsai Lee & Chen’s full-service IP law department handles IP prosecution, portfolio management, litigation and licencing matters. The team’s industry expertise lies within the semiconductors, consumer electronics, telecommunications, biochemistry and pharmaceuticals sectors. Partner Crystal J Chen is the manager of international marketing division. Her practice covers foreign litigation and IP prosecution business development. The firm’s patent practice is led by Augustus CP Chin and Candy KY Chen. Chen is a patent attorney, and she is noted for her patent and design work in manufacturing and mechanical engineering.
Client feedback
“They are professional.” – Intellectual property
Jesse Peng
“He provides critical problem-solving advice.”
Work highlights
Representing Rimowa in a retrial case concerning the design of its classic suitcase at the Intellectual Property and Commercial (IPC) Court.
Represented Lensar to sue Taiwan IP Office for wrongfully refusing its patent priority claim.
Key clients
DBA Taylor Guitars, Technoprobe
Full-service firm Tsar & Tsai Law Firm is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets, corporate and M&A and dispute resolution. The firm’s well-established capital markets team is famous for its extensive experience in large scale IPO and securities offering matters. Its dispute resolution team often represents clients in hearings before government agencies and the ROC Administrative Court and has participated in both international and domestic commercial arbitrations under the ROC Arbitration Law. Partners Jackie Lin, Janice Lin, James Cheng, CY Huang and Joyce Ho are key figures.
Client feedback
“Excellent legal analysis, commercial and solutions-oriented approach.” – Energy
“Very responsive and thorough in providing legal analysis.” – Restructuring and insolvency
Janice Lin
“Client friendly, excellent analytical skills and solution driven.”
Lynn Lin
“Very responsive and provides good insights on issues. A critical thinker.”
Work highlights
Represented Micron in a lawsuit against a former employee for misappropriation of trade secrets.
Successfully represented Taimide in a patent infringement lawsuit.
Key clients
Bayer, Chang Chun Plastics, HP, V3 Brands Asia
LCS & Partners is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets and investment funds. The firm regularly provides legal solutions on complex cross-border transactions and litigation. Founding partner David Chuang specialises in banking and finance, especially in matters related to syndicated lending, bank finance, project finance, securitisation, structured finance, and derivatives. Partner Victor Chang heads the firm’s cross-border group and he has extensive experience in handling cross-border M&A and private equity transactions. The firm lost partner Brian Yu, who is versed in the capital market in December 2021.
Work highlights
Advised Longreach Capital Partners, the controlling shareholder of Entie Commercial Bank, on the sale of the bank to International Bills Finance for $1.2 billion.
Advised Taishin Capital and Bora Pharmaceutical on completing the formation of a PE fund focused on the CDMO pharmaceuticals supply chain.
Advised JC Capital on forming a Taiwan joint venture company- JC Capital Taiwan for the purpose to raise a $300 million fund targeting semi-conductor industries.
Full-service firm Lexcel Partners specialises in banking and finance, dispute resolution, labour and employment, M&A, real estate, regulatory compliance, intellectual property and tax. A key partner to note for corporate and M&A is managing partner Mike Lu.
Client feedback
“The firm provides legal opinion timely with excellent quality.” – Corporate and M&A
“Not only does Lexcel Partners know the investment fund area well, but it is also on top of the latest regulatory requirements and issues. They are also very familiar with the regulators, including their requirements, expectations and how they work. The firm is well regarded by the regulators.” – Investment fund
“They respond promptly with market knowledge and practical advice.” – Investment fund
“Very professional and reasonable fee.” – Labour and employment
Jeffrey Liu
“Jeffrey is responsive, practical, and commercial and the quality of his work is good.”
“Very practical and business oriented. Friendly and prompt response.”
David Tsai
“Very professional and knowledgeable in labour law in Taiwan.”
“David always responds to client's requests on time and finds the solutions!”
Work highlights
Advised Manulife on the assumption of onshore and offshore fund business of Aberdeen Standard Investment.
Assisted Allianz Global Investors with registering a special type of offshore fund in Taiwan.
Key clients
BlackRock Taiwan, Nomura Taiwan
Brain Trust International Law Firm’s practice covers cross-border and domestic disputes, including corporate disputes, international trade and arbitration, intellectual property, and criminal defence. Managing partner Hung Ou Yang specialises in transnational legal disputes, corporate law, white collar crime, business transaction, antitrust, and arbitration.
Client feedback
“Workable solution and prompt response.” – Intellectual property
Hung Ou Yang
“Knowledgeable and communicative.”
Work highlights
Represented an individual in filing a lawsuit against Taita Chemical for restoring employment relationship.
Eiger is a full-service law firm that provides services in corporate, commercial, dispute resolution and intellectual property matters. John Eastwood, the head of the firm’s IP practice, is experienced in investment projects, commercial ventures, employment, litigation, intellectual property and technology matters.
Client feedback
“Eiger always gives valuable and practical advice.” – Private client
“Understanding our business within the applicable regulatory framework.” – Regulatory
Paul Cassingham
“He is flexible and always available.”
Work highlights
Advised BioMarin on various employment matters including a review of work rules, overtime analysis, and annual leave policies.
Key Clients
Corning, Dyson
Full-service firm Lexcel Partners specialises in banking and finance, dispute resolution, labour and employment, M&A, real estate, regulatory compliance, intellectual property and tax. A key partner to note for corporate and M&A is managing partner Mike Lu.
Client feedback
“The firm provides legal opinion timely with excellent quality.” – Corporate and M&A
“Not only does Lexcel Partners know the investment fund area well, but it is also on top of the latest regulatory requirements and issues. They are also very familiar with the regulators, including their requirements, expectations and how they work. The firm is well regarded by the regulators.” – Investment fund
“They respond promptly with market knowledge and practical advice.” – Investment fund
“Very professional and reasonable fee.” – Labour and employment
Jeffrey Liu
“Jeffrey is responsive, practical, and commercial and the quality of his work is good.”
“Very practical and business oriented. Friendly and prompt response.”
David Tsai
“Very professional and knowledgeable in labour law in Taiwan.”
“David always responds to client's requests on time and finds the solutions!”
Work highlights
Represented Spirax Sarco in a litigation initiated by its former general manager concerning bonus and incentives shares payment.
Key clients
Kimberly-Clark Taiwan, SK Hynix
Lin & Partners is ranked ‘Highly recommended’ across various practice areas. The firm's practice includes banking and finance, M&A, dispute resolution, employment, and intellectual property. Managing partner George Lin specialises in banking, M&A, securities, and gaming law matters.
Client feedback
“Very knowledgeable and experienced. Always makes time for the client.” – Corporate and M&A
“Effective strategies and actions. Strong negotiation skills and prompt responses.” – Dispute resolution
“Excellence in negotiation and forecasting following steps in the litigation. Continuous efforts on evidence collection.” – Dispute resolution
“They have good contacts regarding law practices in places like Singapore and Hong Kong, which are frequently accepted to be arbitration locations as a third country, for contracts between our Taiwan-based company and another foreign company. They have excellent ability to work in both English and Chinese.” – Infrastructure
“Professional and hospitable.” – Intellectual property
David Lee
“Great communication skills.”
“Very professional and objective.”
George Lin
“Effective and efficient teamwork.”
“Precise and sharp.”
“Although he is the partner of the firm, he always takes his time to help his team to work with us.”
Work highlights
Advised Taoyuan Metro Corporation on employment matters.
Established in 2018, Stellex Law Firm was founded by Chih Poung Liou, Sophia Lelong, Shih Min (Maggie) Wu and Anthony Yang. The firm specialises in legal services for Japanese enterprises, covering the areas of real estate and labour and employment. The firm’s reputable labour team has extensive experience in handling class-action labour disputes and collective bargaining negotiations. Managing partner Chih Poung Liou has a profound knowledge in labour law. He is constantly involved in and contributed to policy changes in domestic labour regulations.
Work highlights
Advised an internationally renowned commercial bank on handling Taiwanese labour affairs under corporate mergers and acquisitions.
Full-service firm Tsar & Tsai Law Firm is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets, corporate and M&A and dispute resolution. The firm’s well-established capital markets team is famous for its extensive experience in large scale IPO and securities offering matters. Its dispute resolution team often represents clients in hearings before government agencies and the ROC Administrative Court and has participated in both international and domestic commercial arbitrations under the ROC Arbitration Law. Partners Jackie Lin, Janice Lin, James Cheng, CY Huang and Joyce Ho are key figures.
Client feedback
“Excellent legal analysis, commercial and solutions-oriented approach.” – Energy
“Very responsive and thorough in providing legal analysis.” – Restructuring and insolvency
Janice Lin
“Client friendly, excellent analytical skills and solution driven.”
Lynn Lin
“Very responsive and provides good insights on issues. A critical thinker.”
Work highlights
Acted as HP’s Taiwan counsel to advise on issues including labour conditions, labour pension, transferring of employees and other related labour law matters.
Assisted Alibaba to set up a branch office in Taiwan and constantly advised the client on employment related matters.
Key clients
FiscalNote, Naval Group, Taobao
Lin & Partners is ranked ‘Highly recommended’ across various practice areas. The firm's practice includes banking and finance, M&A, dispute resolution, employment, and intellectual property. Managing partner George Lin specialises in banking, M&A, securities, and gaming law matters.
Client feedback
“Very knowledgeable and experienced. Always makes time for the client.” – Corporate and M&A
“Effective strategies and actions. Strong negotiation skills and prompt responses.” – Dispute resolution
“Excellence in negotiation and forecasting following steps in the litigation. Continuous efforts on evidence collection.” – Dispute resolution
“They have good contacts regarding law practices in places like Singapore and Hong Kong, which are frequently accepted to be arbitration locations as a third country, for contracts between our Taiwan-based company and another foreign company. They have excellent ability to work in both English and Chinese.” – Infrastructure
“Professional and hospitable.” – Intellectual property
David Lee
“Great communication skills.”
“Very professional and objective.”
George Lin
“Effective and efficient teamwork.”
“Precise and sharp.”
“Although he is the partner of the firm, he always takes his time to help his team to work with us.”
Work highlights
Advised client on a $122 million investment in a smart housing development project.
LCS & Partners is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets and investment funds. The firm regularly provides legal solutions on complex cross-border transactions and litigation. Founding partner David Chuang specialises in banking and finance, especially in matters related to syndicated lending, bank finance, project finance, securitisation, structured finance, and derivatives. Partner Victor Chang heads the firm’s cross-border group and he has extensive experience in handling cross-border M&A and private equity transactions. The firm lost partner Brian Yu, who is versed in the capital market in December 2021.
Work highlights
Advised KwongFong Industries on its $167.5 million sale of KwongFong Plaza to Cathay Life Insurance.
Advised Millerful REITs on its acquisition of DynaPark Factory Office Building for$150 million.
Full-service firm Lexcel Partners specialises in banking and finance, dispute resolution, labour and employment, M&A, real estate, regulatory compliance, intellectual property and tax. A key partner to note for corporate and M&A is managing partner Mike Lu.
Client feedback
“The firm provides legal opinion timely with excellent quality.” – Corporate and M&A
“Not only does Lexcel Partners know the investment fund area well, but it is also on top of the latest regulatory requirements and issues. They are also very familiar with the regulators, including their requirements, expectations and how they work. The firm is well regarded by the regulators.” – Investment fund
“They respond promptly with market knowledge and practical advice.” – Investment fund
“Very professional and reasonable fee.” – Labour and employment
Jeffrey Liu
“Jeffrey is responsive, practical, and commercial and the quality of his work is good.”
“Very practical and business oriented. Friendly and prompt response.”
David Tsai
“Very professional and knowledgeable in labour law in Taiwan.”
“David always responds to client's requests on time and finds the solutions!”
Work highlights
Advised an international bank on the possible legal restrictions and regulatory approvals required for third payment services.
Lin & Partners is ranked ‘Highly recommended’ across various practice areas. The firm's practice includes banking and finance, M&A, dispute resolution, employment, and intellectual property. Managing partner George Lin specialises in banking, M&A, securities, and gaming law matters.
Client feedback
“Very knowledgeable and experienced. Always makes time for the client.” – Corporate and M&A
“Effective strategies and actions. Strong negotiation skills and prompt responses.” – Dispute resolution
“Excellence in negotiation and forecasting following steps in the litigation. Continuous efforts on evidence collection.” – Dispute resolution
“They have good contacts regarding law practices in places like Singapore and Hong Kong, which are frequently accepted to be arbitration locations as a third country, for contracts between our Taiwan-based company and another foreign company. They have excellent ability to work in both English and Chinese.” – Infrastructure
“Professional and hospitable.” – Intellectual property
David Lee
“Great communication skills.”
“Very professional and objective.”
George Lin
“Effective and efficient teamwork.”
“Precise and sharp.”
“Although he is the partner of the firm, he always takes his time to help his team to work with us.”
Work highlights
Advised National Communications Commission on regulatory matters and policy recommendations for the establishment of the first telecommunications dispute resolution and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanism.
Key clients
Sportradar Group
Full-service firm Tsar & Tsai Law Firm is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in capital markets, corporate and M&A and dispute resolution. The firm’s well-established capital markets team is famous for its extensive experience in large scale IPO and securities offering matters. Its dispute resolution team often represents clients in hearings before government agencies and the ROC Administrative Court and has participated in both international and domestic commercial arbitrations under the ROC Arbitration Law. Partners Jackie Lin, Janice Lin, James Cheng, CY Huang and Joyce Ho are key figures.
Client feedback
“Excellent legal analysis, commercial and solutions-oriented approach.” – Energy
“Very responsive and thorough in providing legal analysis.” – Restructuring and insolvency
Janice Lin
“Client friendly, excellent analytical skills and solution driven.”
Lynn Lin
“Very responsive and provides good insights on issues. A critical thinker.”
Work highlights
Advised Academia Sinica on regulatory matters related to multiple commercialisation, financing and capitalisation projects of its research results.
Advised Organon & Co on regulatory requirements and restrictions in the pharmaceutical industry.
