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Ebner Stolz Asia

Philipp Senff

Philipp Senff

Partner

  • +86 21 6330 9962
  • philipp.senff@cn.ebnerstolz.com
  • Your expert for:Risk Advisory & WhistleblowerInternal Audit & ComplianceMergers & AcquisitionsCorporate Governance
“In an increasingly complex regulatory landscape, compliance, risk management, and resilience are key capabilities to navigate uncertainty and capture opportunities responsibly.” Philipp Senff Partner

Philipp Senff belongs to the most recognized leading corporate, compliance and risk management lawyers with over 20 years’ of China-related work and business experience.

Mr. Senff has extensive experience in advising multinational companies and banks on mergers & acquisitions, corporate law, joint ventures and the restructuring of business operations. Mr. Senff has established a reputable German-Chinese practice that focuses specifically on compliance and risk management in China, which includes compliance audits, risk assessments, internal investigations, whistle-blower management, corporate governance, strategies for robust supply and sales chains and the implementation of compliance management systems for the protection of the company and its management in China and globally. His team is advising increasingly on sanctions and trade compliance.

Mr. Senff represents clients in a wide variety of industries, including automotive, manufacturing, chemicals, pharmaceutical, medical devices, consumer goods, real estate, transportation and logistics.

Philipp Senff previously worked for other international law firms in Shanghai and Frankfurt, including as Partner and Head of Compliance at CMS China and Head of office of the silver circle law firm SJ Berwin LLP in Shanghai.

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    Fokus

    Corporate Compliance
    Risk Management
    Mergers & Acquisitions
    Commercial

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    Standorte

    Shanghai Stuttgart
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    Sprachen

    German
    English
    Chinese

Vita Philipp Senff

  • 2026

    Partner and Head of Compliance at Ebner Stolz China, Shanghai

  • 2016

    Partner and Head of Compliance at CMS China, Shanghai (2016-2026)

  • 2006

    Lawyer in international law firms in Frankfurt and Shanghai (2006-2016)

Wenqing Guo

Wenqing Guo

Legal Counsel

  • +86 186 2161 0272
  • wenqing.guo@cn.ebnerstolz.com
  • Your expert for:Mergers & AcquisitionsLegal AdvisoryGeneral Corporate MattersTransaction Services
“We don’t just see risks. We enable action.” Wenqing Guo Legal Counsel


Wenqing serves as Legal Counsel at Ebner Stolz. She holds a master’s degree in law from Fudan University, studied at Heidelberg University, and trained and practiced at renowned red-circle law firms for approximately 8 years. Having a sharp and strategic legal mind, she focuses on complex transactions – including structuring investments in China, cross-border collaborations, and all aspects of day-to-day operations in the country – while aligning economic and control rights to preserve flexibility and long-term value for our clients. she consistently secures optimal outcomes and maximum benefit for our client as a skilled negotiator.

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    Practise focus

    Cross-border transactions
    Investment and compliance in China
    Transaction Structure Design
    Legal due diligence

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    Locations

    Shanghai
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    Languages

    Chinese
    English
    German

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    Qualifications

    Attorney-at-Law (China)

Vita Wenqing Guo

  • 2026

    Legal Counsel at Ebner Stolz

  • 2021

    Admission as Attorney-at-Law (China)

  • 2019

    Began career in legal at a prestige red-circle law firm

  • 2014

    Studied in Heidelberg

Merlin Song

Merlin Song

Associate

  • +86 21 6330 9962 ext. 839
  • merlin.song@cn.ebnerstolz.com
  • Your expert for:Transaction ServicesMergers & AcquisitionsGeneral Corporate Matters
“Asian emerging markets offer abundant growth opportunities alongside evolving legal risks. At Ebner Stolz, we provide comprehensive support to help clients navigate complexities, avoid pitfalls, and achieve their business goals.” Merlin Song Associate

Merlin joined Ebner Stolz as an Associate, specializing in investment and financing, corporate compliance, and foreign direct investment (FDI). He provides comprehensive legal support across a broad range of business activities, assisting clients in navigating regulatory requirements, managing legal risks, and ensuring compliance in complex and evolving markets. His practice focuses on delivering practical and strategic solutions tailored to clients’ commercial objectives.

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    Practise focus

    Transaction Services
    General Corporate Matters
    Regulatory Compliance

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    Shanghai
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    Languages

    English
    Mandarin

Vita Merlin Song

  • 2026

    Associate at Ebner Stolz

  • 2022

    Started career at a top-tier law firm as a transactional lawyer (4 years)

  • 2022

    Master of Laws (LL.M.), Fudan University

News by Merlin Song

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  • July 16, 2026 by Merlin Song

    China’s New Regulation on the Protection of Trade Secrets

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Sharon Hu

Sharon Hu

Senior Associate

  • +86 21 6330 9962 ext. 828
  • sharon.hu@cn.ebnerstolz.com
  • Your expert for:Mergers & AcquisitionsInternal Audit & ComplianceGeneral Corporate Matters

Sharon specializes in providing legal services to both foreign and domestic clients (including but not limited to Qualified Foreign Institutional Investors), in areas of mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, data protection, bank financing and general corporate matters.  With her extensive project experiences, Sharon is well-equipped to deliver comprehensive and practical legal solutions to her clients.

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    Practise focus

    Mergers and acquisitions
    Regulatory compliance
    General corporate matters
    Bank financing

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    Locations

    Beijing Shanghai
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    Languages

    English
    Mandarin

Vita Sharon Hu

  • 2024

    Associate at Ebner Stolz

  • 2021

    began career as a transactional lawyer at a top-tier PRC law firm

  • 2020

    Master of Law in Durham University (UK)

News & insights by Sharon Hu

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  • May 29, 2026 by Sharon Hu

    Simplified Measures for Small Scale Personal Information Handlers – Key Takeaways and Commercial Implications

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  • China NPA

    November 3, 2025 by Sharon Hu

    Foreign Capital in China’s Non-Performing Asset Market: Opportunities and Pathways

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Dr. Gerald Neumann

Dr. Gerald Neumann

Attorney at law & Partner

  • +86 21 6330 9962
  • gerald.neumann@cn.ebnerstolz.com
  • Your expert for:Tax AdvisoryTransaction ServicesMergers & AcquisitionsEmployment LawGeneral Corporate MattersRisk Advisory & Whistleblower
“We have seen major strides in China in terms of technological development. As far as the legal and economic structure goes, however, China is still a developing country. A comprehensive advisory is therefore a critical factor for any investment in the Chinese market.” Dr. Gerald Neumann Attorney at law & Partner

Together with Eileen and Christian, Gerald is one of the founding partners of Ebner Stolz China. Prior to relocating to Essen, Germany, he lived in Shanghai for twelve years and still maintains an apartment there for his frequent visits to China and Southeast Asia. Besides being responsible for the tax team, he acts as the consultant for the Chinese subsidiaries of our European clients and regularly liaises with their headquarters in Europe. He is also the supervisor of several prominent European LLCs in China.

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    Practise focus

    Tax advisory
    Corporate services
    Transaction services

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    Bangkok Shanghai Stuttgart
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    Languages

    German
    English

Vita Dr. Gerald Neumann

  • 2023

    Founded Ebner Stolz’s new office in Bangkok

  • 2019

    Partner at Ebner Stolz

  • 2015

    Founded the tax advisory firm Fan Chan Neumann Business Advisory in Shanghai, together with Fan Chan (CPA, Hong Kong)

  • 2007

    Moved to Shanghai

  • 2003

    Corporate Finance sector, Deutsche Bank AG (3 years)

  • 2002

    PhD in law, University of Muenster

News & insights by Dr. Gerald Neumann

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  • December 16, 2024 by Dr. Gerald Neumann

    Trends & Developments in Chinese eCommerce

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  • January 30, 2024 by Dr. Gerald Neumann

    A foreign management executive’s insight into today’s China and SEA region

    Read more

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    November 16

    Webinar invitation: Supply Chain Diversification in the Far East

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  • June 20, 2023 by Dr. Gerald Neumann

    Restructuring of China Investments, Part 1: Participation Models for Local Managing Directors

    Read more

  • June 19, 2023 by Lily Sun

    Ebner Stolz China supports DEKRA in the acquisition of Onward Security

    Read more

  • April 26, 2023 by Dr. Gerald Neumann

    Ebner Stolz China & Asia Day has been successfully been held in Stuttgart

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    January 29, 2023 by Dr. Gerald Neumann

    Einladung zum 2023 Ebner Stolz China Day in Stuttgart

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  • May 30, 2022 by Dr. Gerald Neumann

    New COVID Situation in China: Tax Relief Policies Released to Support Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and Small-scale and Low Profits Enterprises

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Lena Li

Lena Li

Paralegal

  • +86 21 6330 9962, ext. 809
  • lena.li@cn.ebnerstolz.com
  • Your expert for:Corporate GovernanceMergers & AcquisitionsGeneral Corporate Matters
“I insist on the highest standards and deliver quality results.” Lena Li Paralegal

Lena is a manager in our corporate services and tax team. She supports our clients with company registration, liquidation, and individual income tax and social insurance compliance. She is also familiar with visa and work permit regulations.

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    Practise focus

    Corporate services

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    Locations

    Shanghai
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    Languages

    German
    English
    Mandarin

Vita Lena Li

  • 2019

    Named Corporate Services Manager at Ebner Stolz

  • 2016

    Joined Ebner Stolz as Administration Manager and Management Assistant

  • 2015

    Project Manager at a Swiss-based consulting firm

  • 2015

    Master’s degree in German language and literature, Tongji University

News & insights by Lena Li

All news & events

  • March 28, 2024 by Lena Li

    Upcoming Regulatory Update: How existing companies shall adjust their capital contribution time in line with the revised Company Law

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  • January 30, 2024 by Lena Li

    Significant Changes of the New Company Law (Revision 2023)

    Read more

  • November 11, 2023 by Lena Li

    Hague apostille, the new legalization approach for China since 7 November

    Read more

  • September 2, 2023 by Lena Li

    Policies are issued by Chinese Government to Facilitate Foreigners’ Stay

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  • September 1, 2023 by Lena Li

    Finally no COVID-19 testing required for entering China

    Read more

  • May 25, 2023 by Lena Li

    New policy allows expats with PhDs working in Shanghai to apply for “green cards” IMMEDIATELY

    Read more

  • May 25, 2023 by Lena Li

    Intergovernmental cooperation: China-Germany Youth Interns Exchange Programme finally launched in May 2023

    Read more

  • May 11, 2023 by Lena Li

    No more pre-boarding nucleic acid testing for all passengers entering China after 29 April 2023

    Read more

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