About Simona

Simona is a versatile litigator and creative strategist who brings a global perspective to her advocacy. A native-level speaker of both English and Mandarin Chinese, she grew up in Nanjing, China, and spent her formative years in Singapore before moving to the United States. Simona is a trusted voice for Asia-based clients navigating the US legal system and for US-based clients confronting legal issues involving Asia. Simona has represented companies across industries including internet and social media, artificial intelligence (AI), financial services, telecommunications, fashion and beauty, energy, real estate, consumer products and aviation. Simona maintains an active pro bono practice and recently secured a victory as first chair in a custody trial on behalf of a survivor of domestic violence.

Passions

Antarctica

Ukelele

Sewing and design

Sengoku history

Studio Ghibli

I help multinational companies navigate complex cross-border disputes and tackle novel challenges driven by emerging technologies.

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Admissions and credentials

  • New York

Memberships and affiliations

  • New York City Bar Association – Arbitration Committee
  • American Bar Association – China IP Issues Committee, Chair of Copyright Subcommittee

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