Emily Chen

Emily is a China business attorney based in our Seattle office. She provides comprehensive legal guidance to Chinese companies on their United States and Mexico matters, including LLC and corporation formation, business structuring, and compliance with federal and state regulations.

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U.S. Real Estate Investment for Foreign Investors: The West Coast

Investing in U.S. Real Estate: The West Coast The United States remains one of the world’s premier destinations for foreign direct investment, with its real estate sector—particularly high-end residential and commercial properties—historically functioning as a safe haven during times of global economic instability. While certain sectors continue adjusting to post-pandemic realities, the U.S. West Coast

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Foreign Investment in US Real Estate: A Legal Guide for International Buyers

Foreign Investment in US Real Estate: A Legal Guide for International Buyers A Chinese tech entrepreneur loses $1 million on a Seattle condo deal after 6 months of negotiations when he’s unable to transfer enough money out of China to complete the purchase, leading to a forfeiture of his earnest money. A Vietnamese developer acquires