Guangdong Cheng
General Counsel
West Lafayette
Summary
Experienced General Counsel and licensed Attorney in the US, UK, and China with a strong background in international trade, overseas capital markets, and international dispute resolution. Skilled arbitrator and mediator. Demonstrated expertise in managing large multinational manufacturing companies. Fluent in English as a working language and a proven track record of leading multinational legal teams. Proficient in navigating complex global business environments, leveraging expertise to drive successful outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
8
8
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
General Counsel
Nanshan Group
Singapore, Singapore
07.2020 - Current
- Leading a legal team of nearly 60 people, fully responsible for the domestic and international legal work and compliance management of Nanshan Group and its subsidiaries. Nanshan Group is a multi-nation company operates at China, US, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia and EU, with more than 50,000 employees and 30 billion RMB assets.
- Managing assets in the aviation segment and providing legal services, including Qingdao Airlines, Virgin Australia, and Icon Aircraft (9 billions RMB)
- Provided legal services for the establishment, financing, and construction of Yantai Yulong Petrochemical Project (130 billion RMB)
- Managing the family office of Nanshan at Hong Kong (6 billion HKD)
- Leading the IPO of Nanshan Aluminum International at HKEX
- Negotiated complex contracts for key business acquisitions, resulting in successful expansion efforts.
- Successfully resolved numerous disputes through skillful mediation, preventing costly litigation and preserving business relationships.
- Provided expert guidance during regulatory audits, ensuring full compliance and avoiding potential penalties.
Arbitrator
Several Arbitration Institutions
Shanghai, China
07.2019 - Current
- Arbitrator or Mediator on the list of China and International Trade and Economic Commission (CITEC), Shanghai International Arbitration Center (SHIAC), Shenzhen Court of International Arbitration (SCIA) and Shanghai Arbitration Commission
- Acting as sole arbitrator or joint arbitrator, arbitrating and mediating 20-30 cases each year, including domestic and international disputes
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help Parties resolving disputes.
General Counsel
Nanshan America AAT, LLC
11.2017 - 04.2024
- Head of Nanshan Aluminum's overseas legal affairs, responsible for Nanshan Aluminum's import and export, overseas financing, mergers and acquisitions, greenfield investment, asset management, asset disposal, and other legal affairs, including about $450 million in overseas financing, $300 million in greenfield investment in the United States and RMB 8 billion in investment in Indonesia
- General Counsel of Nanshan American Advanced Aluminum Technology, establishing a comprehensive risk control and compliance system for the company, representing Nanshan Aluminum in resolving various disputes during its operation in the United States, including investigations and disputes related to the U.S
- Anti-Bribery Act, commercial investigations and disputes over trade secret infringement, disputes under the US Import and Export Control Act, and various disputes over commerce, labor, environment, immigration, intellectual property and, production safety
- Head of Public Relations for Nanshan America AAT, responsible for coordinating relations between Nanshan America AAT and the local community, US federal and local governments at all levels, our embassies and consulates, and various civic groups
Member of the Board of Directors
Icon Aircraft, LLC
Fremont, California
11.2017 - 05.2023
- Financing for Icon Aircraft, which has completed five rounds of financing to date, exceeding $300 million
- Members of the Compensation Committee, appointment of corporate managers, validation of compensation plans, adjustment of compensation packages and resolution of labor disputes
- Assist companies in developing the North American market, opening a factory in Mexico, and planning to land in China
In-house Counsel
Nanshan America AAT, LLC
West Lafayette, Indiana
12.2015 - 11.2017
- Representing Nanshan Aluminum, in cooperation with the Ministry of Commerce and the Aluminum Association of China, in response to the investigation of aluminum extrusions, electrolytic aluminum, and aluminum foil products filed by the US government against Chinese companies
- On behalf of Nanshan Aluminum, we resolved a series of commercial disputes arising from Greenland's investment process and completed the landing of the project
Attorney
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
Beijing, China
03.2015 - 12.2015
- Lawyer in the Anti-monopoly and Anti-unfair Competition Team
LLM Program Tutor
Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, Ohio
08.2012 - 03.2015
- Lectures on US tort law, US immigration law, US copyright law, and international arbitration for the LLM program (20-30 students)
- Assist in the enrollment and administration of the LLM program
Education
JD - Law
08.2012 - 03.2015
LLM with honor - International Business Law
08.2011 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Law -
09.2007 - 06.2011
Skills
Global Trade Expertise
International Capital Markets
Global Dispute Resolution
Regulatory Compliance Management
Conflict Resolution
Cross-Border Legal Expertise
Corporate Legal Expertise
Global Arbitration Expertise
Accomplishments
- 2022 Welegal Most Popular Authors
- 2023 Lexis Nexis 40 under 40 Asia List
- 2023 Welegal Top 10 In-House Counsel
- 2024 CBLJ In-house Counsel Awards （Manufacturing, Oversea Capital Market, M&A）
- 2024 Lexis Nexis 40 under 40 Asia and Singapore List
- 2024 ALB China Law Private Company Legal Department Award Finalist
- 2024 Legal 500 Powerlist (China)
Certification
Chinese Bar
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Work Availability
monday
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wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
England and Wales Solicitor
08-2020
General Counsel - Nanshan Group
07.2020 - Current
Arbitrator - Several Arbitration Institutions
07.2019 - Current
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist
12-2017
New York Bar
11-2017
General Counsel - Nanshan America AAT, LLC
11.2017 - 04.2024
Member of the Board of Directors - Icon Aircraft, LLC
11.2017 - 05.2023
Indiana Bar
07-2017
Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
06-2017
Illinois Bar
05-2016
In-house Counsel - Nanshan America AAT, LLC
12.2015 - 11.2017
New Jersey Bar
06-2015
Attorney - Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
03.2015 - 12.2015
LLM Program Tutor - Case Western Reserve University
08.2012 - 03.2015
Case Western Reserve University - JD, Law
08.2012 - 03.2015
Case Western Reserve University - LLM with honor, International Business Law
08.2011 - 06.2012
Chinese Bar
06-2011
Qingdao University - Bachelor of Law,
09.2007 - 06.2011