LAW 684 - Chinese Law: Topics

Unit(s): 2 to 3

Over the past 40 years, China has developed a multi-faceted commercial law. The law ranges from antitrust to intellectual property to securities and corporate law, to tort law, and beyond. China has taken some of the best aspects of Western and historical Chinese law and has melded them with new concepts into a uniquely Chinese law, one that bridges the gap between socialism and capitalism. China is essentially a civil law country, but with unique concepts of civil law and contract law, as well as employment and related laws. The course studies Chinese business law and its differences from American law, with emphasis on avoiding pitfalls and enforcing Chinese court judgments in American courts and on developing an understanding of enforceable contracts. It is primer for American lawyers and Courts which increasingly need to be familiar with Chinese business related laws as China becomes an even more sophisticated trading partner and competitor. The course will cover the basic areas of Chinese business law, using theory, cases and practical examples to identify key challenges for modern Chinese business law. Interspersed throughout the course will be case studies that will help students to understand the current situation in China and the problems at the frontier of Chinese business law.

Restriction: College restricted to School of Law
School of Law