Jennifer Wang, PartnerIts culture of client-centric service, fostered by founding partner Che-Hung Chen’s visionary leadership, has ensured client success and satisfaction since its inception. By blending legal expertise with a keen sense of commercial pragmatism, Chen & Lin has redefined what it means to provide exceptional legal support, continually adapting to meet its clients' evolving needs.
The firm offers a wide array of legal services, specializing in patent, copyright, trademark, trade secret, corporate, securities, and entertainment and sports law—a rarity in Taiwan’s legal market. This blend of skills has been instrumental in serving a diverse and distinguished clientele, including world-leading semiconductor companies, multinational corporations, and key players in the high-tech sector.
Jennifer Wang, a partner at Chen & Lin, embodies the firm’s spirit and has been instrumental to its success over her impressive 24-year tenure. A graduate of Taiwan National University and Columbia Law School, Wang joined Chen & Lin early in her career. Her transition from a litigator to leading the firm’s non-litigation practice in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, venture capital, and corporate compliance highlights her dedication to simplifying complex legal challenges and making them cost-effective for clients.
“I’ve been here for two decades, and I wouldn’t have stayed so long if I didn’t believe in the firm’s values and vision. It’s about solving problems, not just practising law,” shares Wang.
This statement speaks volumes about the firm's culture, which is deeply influenced by Che-Hung Chen’s ethos. At Chen & Lin, the priority is on addressing clients’ challenges practically and efficiently rather than merely clocking billable hours.
Balancing Legal Advice with Commercial Expertise
Chen & Lin Law Firm's dual approach to addressing client issues stands out. By integrating legal expertise and commercial insights, the firm ensures its solutions adhere to legal frameworks and align with the client’s business goals. Its collaborative spirit ensures that client challenges are addressed with thorough and practical solutions.
Chen & Lin’s commitment to efficiency and responsiveness is particularly evident in its mergers and acquisitions (M&A) practice. Whether managing cross-border deals or assisting with distressed acquisitions, Chen & Lin ensures transactions proceed smoothly from legal and commercial perspectives. Its proactive approach to identifying and addressing critical issues early has earned the firm a strong reputation for executing complex deals within tight timelines.
A recent cross-border M&A case highlights Chen & Lin's expertise in combining legal insights with a clear understanding of commercial needs. One of its clients sought to acquire a distressed company. Time was of the essence, as the client had only two months to finalize the contract. Its team worked tirelessly to overcome regulatory, legal, and financial obstacles, successfully closing the deal within the required timeframe and ensuring that the client’s objectives were met without delay.
Adaptability and Innovation in M&A Services
M&A remain one of the core focuses for Chen & Lin. Whether working with large multinational corporations or smaller, family-owned businesses, Chen & Lin’s ability to tailor its approach to the unique dynamics of each transaction is especially valuable in Taiwan’s evolving M&A landscape. The firm is particularly skilled in guiding second-generation business owners or mid-sized companies looking to expand, offering a hands-on approach to guiding clients through every step of the transaction to ensure clients fully understand their deals' legal and commercial implications.
Chen & Lin’s internal collaboration further enhances its service delivery. The firm is equipped to handle complex issues proactively with specialized teams for litigation and non-litigation matters. This collaborative environment ensures that potential disputes are addressed early, providing clients with well-rounded legal support.
We collaborate across teams to address our clients' challenges from every angle, ensuring we deliver comprehensive solutions. Our goal is to help clients achieve early justice, not late justice
The firm’s reach extends beyond Taiwan, bolstered by strategic alliances with law firms across Southeast Asia, Japan, Korea, Europe, and the United States. These partnerships, built on mutual trust and shared expertise, enable Chen & Lin to offer seamless support for cross-border transactions and navigate new markets, combining local expertise with global resources.
In addition to its corporate work, Chen & Lin is committed to community engagement, particularly through its pro bono services in the arts and culture sector. By providing legal support to cultural associations and foundations, the firm helps foster the development of Taiwan’s creative industries, reflecting its broader commitment to social responsibility.
Chen & Lin’s commitment to blending legal precision with commercial insight remains unwavering. With a proven track record in M&A, a collaborative team structure, and a global network of partnerships, the firm continues to evolve alongside its clients’ needs. Whether navigating cross-border transactions or guiding local businesses through complex legal landscapes, Chen & Lin delivers effective legal advice, cementing its place at the forefront of Taiwan’s legal industry. By staying true to its founding principles of client-focused service and innovative problem-solving, Chen & Lin assists businesses in confidently navigating complex legal obstacles.
