Thomas Hua
Partner
Thomas Hua focuses on corporate finance, commercial transactions and contract law. He is also experienced in commercial disputes, technology transfer and licensing, unfair competition and data protection matters. Quick to understand the stakes, his sound and straightforward advice is appreciated by large organisations, SMEs, start-ups and non-profits alike. Being fluent in Chinese, French and English, Thomas is the top address for Chinese companies and individuals, as well as transactions involving Chinese parties.
- Advising on share and asset deals, corporate finance transactions as well as technology and know-how transfer
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating key agreements
- Representing clients in commercial litigation and arbitration
- Assisting Chinese organisations in establishing their presence in Switzerland (including creating legal entities and obtaining work permits) and in investing in Swiss companies or start-ups
- Assisting NGOs and social enterprises in managing their legal structure and risks
- Member of the Swiss-Chinese Chamber of Commerce, Innosuisse Coach, Impact Hub Legal Expert
- Bachelor of Laws magna cum laude (University of Geneva, 2008) and Bilingual Master in Economic Laws magna cum laude (University of Geneva & Basle, 2010)
- Admitted to the bar (Geneva, 2010)
- Languages: French, Chinese and English
Presentation08.11.2019
gbf Technology Workshop 2.0
Smart Contracts – True Opportunities and Foreseeable Pitfalls from a Contract Lawyer’s Perspective
Presentation19.04.2018
gbf Technology Workshop 1.0
Serious ICOs – Overview of Swiss legal requirements. Lessons learned
Enforcement of Arbitral Award
Advised client on enforcing an arbitral award against Swiss ship designer in bankruptcy and criminal proceedings
Startup Exit
Advised a foodtech startup in their shareholder restructuring with a multi-phase exit for founders
Corporate Structure Paper
Advised gig economy e-commerce player in reviewing Swiss corporate and labour law market entry conditions
General Terms
Advice to a Swiss e-commerce player on general terms of sale, terms of use and privacy policy
Divestment (exit)
Advised a French shareholder in divestment from Swiss construction company
Standard license terms
Advised a jewelry designer in the drafting of standard licensing terms
International Acquisition
Advised a Chinese solar energy manufacturer in acquiring a Swiss SME with cutting-edge technique
Legal structure creation
Set-up legal entity for a North-South trade empowerment NGO
Corporate Restructuring
Advised a business aviation services provider in their shareholder restructuring
Financing with Interim Injunction
Represented a medical device manufacturer in fighting a request for interim injunction to prevent a financing round
Transparency Consultation Request on Business Secrets
Represented an e-commerce player in resisting requests pertaining to business secrets under the Freedom of Information Act
C-Level Dismissal
Advised commodity trader in the dismissal of senior executive and in resisting claims of abusive termination, severance pay and sick-leave
Organisational Rules
Advised a blockchain service provider in reviewing their governance structure and organizational rules
Incentive Plan
Advised a security technology provider in setting up and deploying an incentive plan for senior and mid-level managers
Staff Handbook
Advised listed Chinese biopharma company in reviewing staff handbook for Swiss law conformity