CHEN BO · ATTORNEY AT LAW · NINGBO

Foreign-related Disputes

Cross-border civil & commercial matters for foreign-invested enterprises, exporters/importers and Chinese companies going global — from Ningbo, under P.R.C. conflict-of-laws and international treaties.

Foreign-related matters turn on applicable law, jurisdiction, evidence and cross-border enforcement. Chen Bo advises on the P.R.C. Law on Application of Law to Foreign-related Civil Relations and relevant international treaties and bilateral agreements, in Chinese and English.

Services

Cross-border litigation & arbitration

Foreign-related contract and tort disputes; CIETAC / ad-hoc arbitration; interim measures.

ODI outbound investment

Outbound direct investment filings, structuring and compliance for Chinese companies investing abroad.

Overseas set-up compliance

Establishing/governing overseas subsidiaries, distributors and JVs; labour and data compliance.

International mediation

Mediation through the Hong Kong International Mediation Centre Ningbo Sub-centre and similar channels.

Recognition & enforcement

Enforcement of foreign judgments/awards in China, and P.R.C. awards abroad.

Trade & distribution

Cross-border sale, agency and distributorship disputes; INCOTERMS and payment risk.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which law applies to my cross-border contract?

Parties may choose the governing law; absent a choice, P.R.C. conflict-of-laws rules determine the applicable law by the closest connection. Some mandatory P.R.C. provisions still apply regardless.

Can a foreign judgment be enforced in China?

Yes, where a treaty or reciprocity basis exists. China has expanded recognition under the New York Convention for awards and bilateral treaties / reciprocity for judgments. Merits are not re-tried; due-process and public-policy checks apply.

Do I need ODI filing before investing abroad?

Generally yes — outbound investment typically requires the relevant P.R.C. filing/approval depending on the route, amount and industry. Plan the structure before capital moves.

Can you coordinate with foreign counsel?

Yes. Foreign-related matters are usually handled with local counsel in the relevant jurisdiction; Chen Bo co-ordinates strategy and the P.R.C. law aspects.

About the lawyer 中文常见问题(FAQ)

General information only — not legal advice. Applicable law and enforceability depend on the facts, the contract and treaty positions. Consult a qualified P.R.C. lawyer before acting. No outcome is promised.