Malinda Kuo

Malinda Kuo is a partner in Adelaide with extensive experience as a Mandarin-speaking commercial lawyer. She provides comprehensive legal advice to clients locally, interstate, and internationally, offering a rare blend of expertise that spans both the Australian and Chinese legal and business environments. Fluent in Mandarin, Malinda is well-equipped to assist Chinese-speaking clients navigating the Australian legal system as well as Australian businesses engaging with China. Her practice encompasses a broad range of industries, including international trade, property development, construction, franchising, energy and resources, agribusiness—including wine exports—manufacturing, wholesale, and retail. Her diverse client base includes Chinese businesses operating in Australia, Australian companies with commercial interests in China, local Australian enterprises, overseas entities entering or investing in Australia, high-net-worth individuals, private and public companies, government organisations, and not-for-profit entities. With a strong understanding of both cultural contexts and commercial realities, Malinda effectively bridges the gap between Chinese and Australian clients. Her ability to communicate fluently in Mandarin and manage complex cross-border matters ensures practical and successful outcomes tailored to her clients’ needs. Her practice areas include corporate and commercial law, international trade and foreign investment, property law covering leasing, development and construction, agribusiness with a focus on wine law, estate planning, not-for-profit law, and notarial services.