Overview
Ms. Yang is an associate in the firm’s New York office. A dual-qualified attorney in Brazil and New York, she is a litigator who frequently represents individuals and corporations on white collar defense and internal investigations.
Prior to joining the firm, Ms. Yang practiced at leading criminal defense firms in São Paulo, Brazil, where she routinely represented a wide range of Brazilian and international clients in criminal law matters and internal investigations. Her work has earned recognition from The Legal 500 Brazil as a rising star in the area of white collar crime and investigations, with praise for her knowledge, easy access, and willingness to contribute with business strategies.
OTHER LANGUAGES
- Portuguese (native)
- Mandarin Chinese (proficient)
Professional Affiliations
- Member, Brazilian Institute of Criminal Sciences
Practice Areas
Education
- Columbia Law School (LL.M., 2024)
- University of São Paulo (M.A. in Criminal Law, cum laude, 2022)
- University of Salamanca (Specialization in Organized Crime, Corruption, and Terrorism, 2020)
- University of São Paulo (LL.B., 2018)
Bar Admissions
- Brazil
- New York