Jieni Ji

Jieni has extensive experience handling high-stakes cross-border investigations and advising on the full spectrum of compliance and risk management, including economic sanctions, export controls, anti-corruption (FCPA/UK Bribery Act), data protection, and financial fraud.

Jieni has managed hundreds of compliance investigations across Asia. and is consistently engaged in pioneering, first-of-their-kind matters that attract significant media attention and shape the regulatory landscape.

Her core practice areas include:

• Government and enforcement defense: Develops defense strategies for complex, multijurisdictional investigations initiated by regulators in the U.S., the UK, and across Asia.
• Internal investigations: Conducts internal investigations into allegations of fraud, misconduct, and regulatory non-compliance across Asia.
• Crisis and risk management: Counsels on cross-border crisis management and prepares clients for regulatory actions, including dawn raids.
• Compliance counseling and programs: Advises on compliance risk assessments, M&A due diligence, and the design and implementation of compliance programs.
• Cross-border dispute resolution: Defends Asia-based companies in U.S. litigation arising from international transactions.

Jieni has deep industry experience in health care and life sciences, advising clients on regulatory compliance throughout the entire product lifecycle – from clinical trials and manufacturing to sales, promotion, advertising, and enforcement actions.