Dezan Shira & Associates: an Easy Life service Partner firm with a sound reputation for providing practical advice backed up with professional integrity
Dezan Shira & Associates have been established in Mainland China since 1992 and were one of the earliest professional firms to establish themselves in the country – prior to the liberalization of the domestic legal and accounting industries themselves. At present with nine China offices, four India offices, two Vietnam offices and over 160 professional services staff, they consequently have an almost unrivalled level of experience and expertise, and have grown over the years to develop this on a national and Asia-wide basis.
They are a licensed tax practice in China, and in common with many of the larger firms, possess a significant legal services division. Tax structuring is an important part of corporate establishment in China which is why the more prominent firms provide both aspects of professional advice.
Tax is never a popular topic, wherever you do business, but it is unavoidable. The current system in China, as it applies to foreign companies, is also in a process of transition, with significant evolutions planned for the next few years. Every foreign investor in China needs to understand what their liabilities are, both as an individual and a business, and whether they are eligible for any relief or exemptions. Tax planning is an integral part of the business establishment process.
Many of the services Dezan Shira & Associates provide in Mainland China are essential to the success and functionality of your business such as pre-incorporation tax assessments, ongoing bookkeeping, tax reporting and compliance work, in addition to pre-establishment due diligence in both legal and financial disciplines, whether this be for potential joint venture partnering, for corporate acquisitions, or for asset assessments.
In addition they also offer useful resources for businessmen interested in the China market. All information is complimentary, regularly updated and available through their popular China Briefing website
Furthermore, Dezan Shira & Associates are committed to their clients and are happy to assist with any China tax and legal issues, as well as to explore how they can better work with customers to develop business.
