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Sidley Austin LLP

Corporate Investigations/Anti-Corruption (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China

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Sidley Austin LLP

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Corporate Investigations/Anti-Corruption (International Firms) - China

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Sidley Austin ably handles large-scale cross-border investigations and risk assessments involving the FCPA and other regulations, in addition to providing compliance advice and revising codes of conduct. The team is trusted by multinational clients in the life sciences, healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors, and able to call on a network of offices across Asia. Together with the firm's Singapore office, its Beijing and Hong Kong offices regularly cooperate with branches in Europe and the USA to offer clients a multi-jurisdictional service.

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Strengths

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  • They are true partners in navigating complex investigations, providing support that goes beyond traditional legal counsel.

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  • Sidley Austin is very well equipped with the best class of legal professionals, with in-depth knowledge, rich practical experience and the highest capabilities to handle complex matters.

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  • The team is exactly what we look for when engaging external counsel: practical and commercially sound advice provided on an extremely timely basis.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Yuet Ming Tham
    Yuet Ming Tham

    Yuet Ming Tham

    Tham Yuet Ming is recognised as a trusted counsel to a number of life sciences and healthcare clients, and is frequently mandated to advise on investigations and compliance matters. She splits her time between Sidley Austin's Hong Kong and Singapore offices.

    • Yuet Ming is a very seasoned litigator and investigator who has been in this space for many years. She knows exactly how to deliver.

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    • Yuet Ming Tham demonstrates exceptional legal acumen and a practical approach to problem solving. Her insights have helped us navigate intricate investigations.

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    • She is a lawyer who comprehends complex issues and provides business-oriented, practical legal advice with excellent turnaround times.

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  • Lei Li
    Lei Li

    Lei Li

    Li Lei is the managing partner of the firm's Beijing office. He regularly assists foreign corporations in the sector on regulatory issues and internal investigations in GCR.

    • His insights are practical, and his commitment to us makes him highly reliable for complex legal challenges.

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Ranked Individuals at Sidley Austin LLP (2)

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    Yuet Ming Tham

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    Lei Li

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