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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

Corporate Investigations/Anti-Corruption (International Firms)

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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates

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Skadden’s global resources and experience enable the firm to anticipate and respond to the many demands created by multijurisdictional investigations and proceedings routinely pursued by investigative agencies in the U.S. and around the world.

Our various offices and depth of knowledge across the firm’s practices enable us to conduct fact-finding and analysis in connection with some of the most complex cross-border investigations in virtually every country in which our clients conduct business.

We have attorneys in key financial centers in the Asia-Pacific, the Americas and Europe — many of whom are former prosecutors and/or regulators — who handle cross-border investigations across a broad range of topics. We have helped our clients with investigations involving, among other subjects, corruption/bribery, antitrust/cartels, money laundering, economic sanctions, customs and export controls, insider trading, market abuse and other financial institution regulatory issues, accounting, public company disclosures, securities and derivatives enforcement, and tax. When necessary, we are able to call upon a network of local counsel with whom we have long-established relationships.

The firm also has significant experience conducting internal investigations and compliance-related due diligence, as well as designing, implementing and reviewing compliance programs for multinational companies.

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

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom has an impressive offering on cross-border investigations and compliance advice coupled with Chinese language skills and in-depth cultural knowledge. Traditionally active in capital markets and M&A, the Hong Kong-based team now has an increasing presence in regulatory enforcement and investigations relating to the FCPA, as well as insider trading and financial fraud cases. It frequently acts for pharmaceuticals corporations and Chinese tech clients across a range of industries.

Strengths

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  • They are constantly on the ball and responsive to any queries made. They are experienced in the realm of investigations and know how to handle investigations in the most cost- and time-efficient way.

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  • Its ability to synthesise legal and commercial risks while coordinating with local counsel was exceptional. The Skadden team stands out for its depth of expertise and collaborative ethos.

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  • Their proactive and innovative approach to risk assessment and compliance distinguishes them. They are consistently anticipating and addressing potential issues before they escalate.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Steve Kwok
    Band 1Steve Kwok

    Steve Kwok

    Steve Kwok heads Skadden's cross-border investigations team. He is a trusted adviser to global financial institutions as well as to foreign and Chinese corporations for SEC investigations and compliance advice. Clients benefit from his previous experience as a legal adviser for the US Department of Justice.

    • Steve is very tactically astute with an excellent grasp of critical issues and client management skills.

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    • He is extremely knowledgeable about the law and is very strategic in his approach to deliver the best outcomes for his clients.

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    • Steve is a very experienced former US litigator located in Asia. He is good at attending to details and assisting the company with finding practical solutions to complex issues.

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