100+ Business Leaders Join ILS Webinar on U.S. Enforcement and Regulatory Trends

In just two weeks, more than 100 business leaders across technology, e-commerce, consumer products, renewable energy, and other industries attended the ILS LLP’s webinar, “Doing Business in the U.S. Under Pressure: Enforcement & Regulatory Trends for China-Based Companies.”

The program was designed for companies navigating the U.S. market at a time when regulatory expectations are evolving across industries and agencies.

For businesses operating in the United States—domestic or international—the fundamentals remain the same: understand the rules, maintain strong compliance practices, and address potential issues before they become larger problems.

A Closer Look at the U.S. Regulatory Landscape

Led by Richard Liu, Esq., Managing Partner of ILS LLP, the webinar examined recent developments involving the FCC, SEC, CPSC, DOJ, DOL, BIS, and CBP, with a focus on how enforcement priorities are affecting business operations. 

The discussion covered a wide range of issues because regulatory obligations rarely exist in isolation.

A product entering the U.S. market may involve customs requirements, product safety standards, and equipment authorization. Employment decisions may involve wage-and-hour rules, immigration compliance, and recordkeeping. Cross-border supply chains can raise questions involving country of origin, export controls, and traceability.

For companies entering or expanding in the United States, understanding these requirements is part of operating responsibly in the U.S. market—and competing on a level playing field.

Where Regulation Meets the Business

The webinar also took a closer look at robotics, e-commerce and consumer products, and renewable energy, three sectors where regulatory developments are increasingly intersecting with everyday business decisions. 

For robotics and connected devices, regulatory requirements can affect whether a product reaches the market. For e-commerce and consumer products, customs compliance, product safety, and platform requirements increasingly overlap. In batteries, solar, and energy storage, compliance can extend deep into the supply chain.

The practical question for businesses is not simply what changed? It is what needs to change inside the business as a result?

The webinar also looked at how compliance plays out in practice—from contracts and supply chains to employment practices, documentation, and internal decision-making.

Compliance Before Crisis

The final portion of the webinar addressed what companies should consider when contacted by a government agency, including the importance of preserving records, establishing clear internal communication, understanding the scope of an inquiry, and coordinating an appropriate response. 

But the broader message was about what happens before that moment.

Strong compliance practices take time to build. Accurate records, responsible employment practices, supply-chain diligence, internal controls, and clear reporting procedures are not simply tools for responding to an investigation. They are part of running a responsible business in the United States. 

And when businesses understand and follow the same rules, compliance protects more than an individual company—it supports customers, employees, business partners, and fair competition in the marketplace.

A Conversation Worth Continuing

More than 100 business leaders registered for the program in just two weeks, bringing questions from across industries and business functions.

That level of interest speaks to something broader than any one regulatory development: compliance is increasingly a business issue, not simply a legal one.

At ILS, We Speak Business means helping clients understand not only what the law requires, but how those requirements fit into responsible, sustainable business operations.

Thank you to everyone who joined the discussion. ILS will continue to follow developments across the U.S. regulatory landscape and share practical guidance for businesses operating in an increasingly complex market.

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As Managing Partner at ILS, Richard Liu ranks among the leading U.S. attorneys in corporate, employment, and regulatory law. He is known for crafting legal strategies aligned with clients’ business objectives and advising Fortune 500 companies, startups, and executives on corporate transactions, financing, privacy, and employment matters across the technology, healthcare, and financial sectors.

Before founding ILS, Richard practiced at top defense firms, where he developed a reputation for anticipating risks and designing strategies that balance protection with growth. He has secured favorable outcomes in contract and intellectual property disputes, represented clients in state and federal courts, and is recognized for combining large-firm expertise with boutique-firm agility. Richard is also a frequent speaker at industry and legal conferences.

Email: contact@consultils.com | Phone: 626-344-8949

As Partner and Head of Transactions at ILS, Fiona delivers professional legal and strategic support to tech companies—with a focus on AI, medical devices, and fintech. Beyond full-spectrum technology law, she specializes in export control and compliance: supporting tech firms at all growth stages, aiding startups in scaling operations, and helping mature enterprises address regulatory challenges.

Previously, Fiona gained hands-on experience building legal frameworks from scratch. She advised unicorn companies on global expansion and regulatory hurdles, developing deep insight into clients’ growth challenges. Combining legal expertise with commercial judgment, she helps clients establish sustainable legal processes and provides clear guidance to advance their business.

Email:  fiona.xu@consultils.com | Phone: 626-344-8949