Maria Ziwei Shan

Associate

Profile

Attorney Ziwei Shan is a cross-border lawyer admitted in New York and qualified in China. She holds an LL.M. in Securities and Financial Regulation from Georgetown University Law Center, as well as an LL.B. and LL.M. in Civil and Commercial Law from the China University of Political Science and Law. With extensive experience advising multinational companies, high-net-worth individuals, and emerging growth enterprises, Ms. Shan focuses her practice on capital markets, cross-border investment structuring, international tax planning, trust and estate planning, and corporate governance. She brings dual-jurisdiction expertise and bilingual capabilities to deliver strategic, practical, and value-oriented legal solutions, helping clients navigate complex global regulatory environments and achieve long-term business and wealth goals.

Practice Areas

Capital Markets (U.S. listings, securities compliance)

Cross-border Investment Structuring

International Taxation

Trusts, Estates, and Wealth Transfer Planning

Corporate Governance and Compliance

Mergers and Acquisitions

Commercial Contract Drafting and Negotiation

Education

Georgetown University Law Center, LL.M. in Securities & Financial Regulation

China University of Political Science and Law, LL.M. in Civil & Commercial Law

China University of Political Science and Law, LL.B.

Qualifications and Honors

New York State Bar

PRC Legal Professional Qualification Certificate