China Desk
What We Do
Our China Desk supports Malaysian and international clients engaging in China‑related transactions, as well as PRC and Greater China clients investing in or operating in Malaysia. We advise on corporate and commercial matters, cross‑border M&A and joint ventures, financing, technology and outsourcing, and sector‑specific regulatory issues affecting market entry, operations, and ongoing compliance. The practice is grounded in Malaysia’s legal and regulatory framework while coordinating closely on PRC‑side requirements relevant to outbound and inbound transactions.
The practice focuses on clear documentation, governance, and regulatory alignment across jurisdictions. We assist clients to navigate interface issues involving company law, foreign investment controls, competition considerations, and industry licensing, and to manage contractual arrangements with Malaysian and regional counterparties. Our work is tailored to cross‑border execution needs, including bilingual documentation, transaction management, and coordination with foreign counsel and advisers where required.
How We Can Assist You
We advise across the lifecycle of China‑related matters, from initial structuring and feasibility through due diligence, transaction documentation, and regulatory engagement to completion and post‑completion implementation. Our work includes drafting and negotiating corporate and commercial contracts, advising on investment and joint venture structures, and coordinating regulatory approvals and filings required on the Malaysian side and, where applicable, in foreign jurisdictions.
We support clients on risk allocation, governance, and compliance planning for ongoing operations, including supply, distribution, technology collaboration, and data‑related arrangements. For transactions involving multiple stakeholders or jurisdictions, we work alongside in‑house teams, financial advisers, technical consultants, and foreign counsel to align documentation and approvals, manage timelines, and facilitate efficient execution consistent with clients’ commercial objectives.
Why We Stand Out
Quality
Personalized service from a focused team of lawyers, capable of handling complex, high-value transactions. Agile and client-focused, offering premium expertise without the bureaucracy of larger firms.
Experience
Extensive experience engaging with government-linked companies (GLCs), public-listed companies (PLCs), and private corporations across diverse industries.
Strong capability in handling compliance-heavy projects, corporate governance, and large-scale infrastructure or financing transactions.
Global
Active involvement in LAWorld, a non-exclusive international legal network of nearly 70 independent mid-sized law firms across 100 cities worldwide.
This membership gives MRCO clients instant access to vetted foreign counsel, local expertise, and seamless support for cross-border transactions and disputes.
Digital
MRCO operates as a digitally forward firm, utilizing modern cloud tools and cutting-edge hardware and software. Its meeting rooms feature the latest meeting tools to ensure seamless connectivity, reflecting the absolute commitment to legal innovation in Malaysia today.
Sustainable
MRCO is an ESG-driven law firm, embedding sustainability principles into its daily operations and legal advice.
Actively developing ESG clauses across multiple practice areas and guiding clients toward sustainable business practices aligned with global standards.