Eric Carlson

Mr. Carlson advises clients on a range of international trade issues, with particular emphasis on anti-corruption compliance (including the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act) in China and other jurisdictions in Asia. Based in Shanghai, he has deep experience leading highly sensitive anti-corruption/FCPA investigations, including investigations presenting complex legal, political, and reputational risks. He also counsels clients on compliance risks of proposed transactions, conducts compliance due diligence as part of acquisitions and joint ventures, assists companies in updating and strengthening their compliance programs and tailoring them to the unique features of Asian markets. He speaks fluent Mandarin and Cantonese.