Perkins Coie to Close Beijing Office, Shift Strategic Focus to Shenzhen
Signage is seen outside of the law firm Perkins Coie at their legal offices in Washington, D.C., U.S., May 10, 2021. REUTERS/Andrew Kelly
Perkins Coie has commenced the process of closing its Beijing office and will shift its strategic focus in China to Shenzhen, the firm confirmed to ALB.
This move follows the firm’s decision…
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