Maria Hou

Maria Hou specializes in corporate and M&A, antitrust, and other compliance matters. In corporate and M&A, she has represented both international and Chinese investors and entrepreneurs in dozens of cross-border deals and investment projects. Maria has a proven track record in navigating national security review requirements, having secured approvals for many foreign investment projects in China. Her antitrust and competition experience includes successfully handling more than 100 merger filings, with some involving globally high-profile deals. Maria also advises on antitrust compliance and represents clients in investigations and litigation.

Drawing on a career built in top international and PRC law firms, Maria offers deep insight into the unique regulatory requirements of both Chinese and international frameworks. She tailors her solutions to address the specific needs of enterprises involved in cross-border transactions, using her understanding of cultural and regulatory differences and her fluency in both Chinese and English to bridge gaps and facilitate successful outcomes.