Michelle Chen

Dr. Michelle Chen is a prominent Partner at gunnercooke LLP, a full-service law firm based in the UK. She is a dual-qualified corporate lawyer, licensed in both China and the UK, with over 25 years of experience in legal practice across Asia and Europe.

Professional Background

• Education: Dr. Chen holds multiple degrees from the University of Cambridge, including a Bachelor of Arts in Law, an MBA, and a Master’s degree. She also earned her Doctorate in Law from Peking University, where she studied various subjects to enhance her commercial understanding.2
• Career: Prior to joining gunnercooke LLP, Dr. Chen held senior roles at prestigious firms such as Squire Patton Boggs and Eversheds Sutherland. Her extensive experience includes advising on complex cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures, and regulatory compliance issues.12

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Chen specializes in:

• Cross-Border Transactions: She assists clients in navigating legal and cultural differences in international business, particularly between UK and Chinese entities.
• Sector Experience: Her client portfolio spans various industries, including banking, telecommunications, construction, energy, sports, and education.123

Leadership Roles

In addition to her role at gunnercooke LLP, Dr. Chen is the CEO & Chief Strategist at Cambridge China Business Solutions. She also serves as a Non-Executive Director at Haitong Bank SA and has been involved in academic roles as an adjunct professor at Peking University Law School.4

Recognition

Dr. Chen has been recognized for her contributions to the legal field with multiple awards, including accolades for Business of the Year and Law Company of the Year at prestigious events like The Lawyer Awards.

Her unique blend of legal expertise and business acumen positions her as a key figure in facilitating UK-China business relations, making her a valuable asset to her clients and the legal community.