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Working with Chinese Clients

The difficulties of litigating against a Chinese defendant often begin at the start of litigation, as compliance with the Hague Service Convention is the exclusive means by which service may be accomplished. The entire process can take a good deal of time.

11 minute read May 01, 2016 at 11:32 AM
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Joshua Becker and Kelly Blair
Working with Chinese Clients

For many years, the term “Fortress China” was used to describe Chinese defendants' approach to litigation in the United States.

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