Principal & Founder
Zhenggui (Kevin) Li
"Sophisticated counsel for complex moves. Direct partner access for every deal."
Zhenggui (Kevin) Li founded Forte Law Group LLC to bridge the gap between Big Law sophistication and boutique agility. With over 20 years of combined legal and transactional experience, Kevin specializes in representing domestic and international companies through complex M&A, private equity, and cross-border commercial transactions.
Professional Narrative
Before founding Forte Law Group, Kevin served as **Special Counsel at McCarter & English, LLP**, an AmLaw 100 firm. During his tenure, he managed high-stakes domestic and international deals, including a **$2 billion sale** of a global manufacturing company and an **$820 million healthcare divestiture**.
What sets Kevin apart is his "business-first" approach. Prior to entering the law, he spent a decade in project management and operations, earning an MBA from Rutgers University. This allows him to view legal challenges through a pragmatic, outcome-oriented lens that aligns with the operational realities of his clients.
A significant portion of Kevin’s practice is dedicated to **US/China cross-border transactions**. As a native Mandarin speaker with deep cultural and legal fluency in both jurisdictions, he serves as a vital bridge for Chinese companies expanding into US markets and US firms executing international acquisitions.
Bar Admissions
- New Jersey
- New York
- U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Education
Seton Hall University School of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Rutgers University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Beijing University of Chemical Technology
M.S. and B.S., Engineering
Recognitions & Awards
- The Best Lawyers in America©Corporate Law
- Professional Achievement AwardNew Jersey Chinese-American Chamber of Commerce (NJCACC)
Professional Affiliations
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