James M. Zimmerman Partner

Jim Zimmerman was quoted in “China’s Foreign Reporters Facing ‘Unprecedented Hurdles,’” an article in Bloomberg, regarding regulations in China.

Perkins Coie attorneys were mentioned in “The HAVI Group’s Acquisition of Pacific Market International,” an article in Global Legal Chronicle, regarding their client, PMI Worldwide being acquired by The HAVI Group, LP.

Perkins Coie is pleased to announce that it represented Pacific Market International, LLC (PMI Worldwide) in its acquisition by The HAVI Group, LP, a global, privately owned company that operates businesses providing services in supply chain, sourcing, and consumer engagement to leading global brands.

Partner James Zimmerman was quoted in “China’s New Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law Sends a Chill Through the Business Community,” an article published by NPR regarding the possible ramifications of the Anti-Foreign Sanctions Law passed in China on June 10.

Partner James Zimmerman was quoted in “China to Recognize Western Shots for Its Vaccine Passports, as It Seeks to Reopen,” an article in The Washington Post, regarding China beginning to accept U.S. coronavirus vaccination records in travel applications to the country.

Partner Jim Zimmerman was mentioned in multiple publications regarding the trial of Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig, two Canadians detained by Beijing more than two years ago on suspicion of espionage.

James Zimmerman was quoted in The Washington Post article, "Trump Expects Quick Economic Comeback From Coronavirus, but China’s Incomplete Recovery Hints at Long-Lasting Problems," regarding the lasting impact of public health policies on life in China.

James Zimmerman was quoted in The Washington Post article, "Live Updates: Coronavirus Deaths Soar as U.S. Warns Against China Travel," regarding the U.S. travel advisory urging Americans not to visit China.

Partner James Zimmerman was quoted in the Los Angeles Times article "Analysis: Technology, Not Tariffs, Could Determine the U.S.-China Relationship" regarding the two countries' diverging views on technology.

Partners Scott Palmer, James Zimmerman, and Michael House were mentioned in the Officelovin article, "A Tour of Perkins Coie’s Elegant New Beijing Office", regarding Perkins Coie new office in Beijing, China.

James Zimmerman was quoted in the South China Morning Post article, "Trade War Clues Sought in China’s ‘Ambiguous’ New Export Control Law," regarding his thoughts on China’s new export control draft law.

James Zimmerman was quoted in the Asia Times article, "Mixed Reviews for US-China Partial Trade Deal," regarding his thoughts on the U.S.-China “first phase” trade deal.

Perkins Coie was mentioned in the World Trademark Review article, "INTA Award Winners, Brexit Party Cease-And-Desist, and Chile IPO Deadline Extensions: News Digest," regarding the firm's growing presence in China.

Michael House, James Zimmerman, Yun (Louise) Lu, Jing (Hester) Qiu, and Yingli Wang were mentioned and Scott Palmer was quoted in The American Lawyer article, "Perkins Coie Expands in China With Launch of IP Agency," regarding the firm's increased presence in China.

Partner Scott Palmer was quoted in the World IP Review article, "Perkins Coie Expands China Presence With New IP Agency," regarding the firm's new IP agency and its offices in Beijing and Shenzhen.

Perkins Coie is pleased to announce initiatives to strengthen the firm’s presence in China, including the establishment of an Intellectual Property Agency in Beijing, the opening of a new location in the fast-growing technology hub of Shenzhen in South China, and a move to new and larger office space in Beijing.

James Zimmerman was quoted in the South China Morning Post article, "The Curious Corruption Case of China’s Former Securities Chief Liu Shiyu and His Lenient Treatment," regarding the message Liu's case might send to the business community.

James Zimmerman was quoted in the South China Morning Post article, "Clock Ticks for China and US to Hammer Out Details of Partial Trade Deal," regarding the to-be-drafted trade deal between China and the United States.

Jim Zimmerman was quoted in “China Detains FedEx Pilot Amid Rising U.S.-China Tensions,” an article in the New York Times, regarding a series of difficulties for American travelers and companies in China.

James Zimmerman was quoted in “The American Lawyer: How Will Global Firms Handle the Rise of Shenzhen?” an article in Law.com, regarding the plan to make Shenzhen into a leading global metropolis.

Partner Jim Zimmerman was quoted in “In Countdown to Trade War Talks, China Ready to Sweeten Deal by Buying American Goods, Source Says,” an article in South China Morning Post, regarding the trade agreement between the United States and China.

James Zimmerman speaks with Bloomberg about the trade war with China and the effect the upcoming 2020 election will have on the talks scheduled in October of 2019.

Partner Jim Zimmerman was quoted in the South China Morning Post article, "China Brings in Commerce Ministry Officials to Boost Trade Talks Team," regarding China including officials with more expertise into negotiations.

James Zimmerman was quoted in The New York Times article, "A Koch Executive’s Harassment in China Adds to Fears Among Visitors," regarding an American businessman's detainment in China.

Partner James Zimmerman was quoted in Financial Times article, “News of China’s ‘Unreliables List’ Spooks Foreign Business,” regarding the Chinese commerce ministry’s announcement on May 31, 2019 that it would compile a list of “unreliable” companies and individuals.

James Zimmerman was quoted in the Financial Times article, "Donald Trump Turns the Screw in U.S.-China Trade Dispute," regarding his opinion on Xi Jinping's lead negotiator, Liu He.

James Zimmerman was quoted in the Financial Times article, "China’s Xi Faces a ‘Big Gamble’ After Trump Rebuke," regarding President Trump's negotiations with the Chinese.

James Zimmerman was quoted in the New York Times article, "Trump’s Trade War Threat Poses Problems for China and Investors," on the U.S. forcing China to make difficult decisions with regard to its economic recovery.

James Zimmerman was quoted in The Globe and Mail article, "Canadian Couple Recounts ‘Survival Story’ of Their Detention in China," regarding Mr. and Mrs. Garratt's experience being detained in China.

James Zimmerman was quoted in the Wired article, "How the US Halted China’s Cybertheft—Using a Chinese Spy," regarding the case against his clients, Kevin and Julia Garratt.

Partner James Zimmerman was quoted in The Washington Post article, "Trump and China’s Xi to meet in bid to end trade war tensions," on Trump's upcoming meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the G-20 summit.

Jim Zimmerman was quoted in “China Cancels High-Level Security Talks With the U.S.” a New York Times article, regarding the cancelation of security talks between the U.S. and China and actions being taken by both sides.

Jim Zimmerman was quoted in "Trump’s ‘Meddling’ Claim Plays Into China’s Trade Narrative" a Wall Street Journal* article about the impact of the Trump's claims of China's interference in the midterm elections will likely have on trade negotiations. 

Jim Zimmerman was quoted in "China cancels trade talks with U.S. as new Trump tariffs loom," an article in The Washington Post regarding the cancellation of the trade talks between China and the U.S. amid more tariffs. 

Jim Zimmerman was quoted in "Trump Hits China With Tariffs on $200 Billion in Goods, Escalating Trade War" a New York Times article regarding the recent tariffs placed on China and their effect on the trade war between the U.S. and China. 

Jim Zimmerman was quoted in “China Retaliates with Tariffs on $16 Billion Worth of U.S. Imports After Trump’s Latest Trade Hit,” an article in The Washington Post, regarding trade practices with China and the United States.

Jim Zimmerman was quoted in “Beyond Tariffs: China’s ‘Precision Strikes’ on U.S. Businesses,” an article in South China Morning Post, regarding U.S. and China trade conflicts.

Perkins Coie is pleased to announce that lawyers James M. Zimmerman and Scott J. Palmer have joined the firm’s Beijing office as partners. Jim will join the firm’s Business practice, and Scott will join the Intellectual Property (IP) practice.