Linyao Du
About Linyao Du
Linyao Du is the Team Leader for the China Transactions Team at DXC Technology and UnitedLex, with over a decade of experience in legal counsel within the IT sector.
Current Role at UnitedLex
Linyao Du serves as the Team Leader for the China Transactions Team at UnitedLex. She has held this position since 2022 and is based in Beijing, China. In her role, she provides strategic legal advice on complex issues, utilizing her strong analytical skills and judgment. Her responsibilities include overseeing transactions and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Previous Experience at DXC Technology
Linyao Du transitioned to DXC Technology in March 2023, where she continues her role as Team Leader for the China Transactions Team. Her experience in this position builds on her extensive background in legal counsel within the IT sector. Prior to her current role, she worked at UnitedLex, where she gained valuable insights into legal strategies and transaction management.
Educational Background
Linyao Du has a comprehensive educational background in law. She studied at Southwest University of Political Science and Law, earning a Bachelor's degree in Law from 2005 to 2009. She furthered her studies at Université Paris Dauphine - PSL, obtaining an M2 in International and European Business Law from 2008 to 2009. Additionally, she completed her M2 in International Comparative Law at Aix-Marseille University from 2011 to 2012, and also studied International Private Law at the same institution from 2010 to 2011. She studied French Business Law at Université Paris-Est Créteil (UPEC) from 2009 to 2010.
Legal Practice and Certifications
Linyao Du is certified to practice law in both China and California, USA. She has over a decade of experience in the legal field, having worked in law firms and as in-house legal counsel. Her previous role as an Attorney at Law at Dentons from 2012 to 2018 provided her with significant experience in legal practice, particularly in the context of complex transactions.
Language Proficiency
Linyao Du is fluent in English and French, in addition to her native Chinese. This multilingual capability enhances her effectiveness in providing legal counsel in international contexts, particularly in transactions involving diverse stakeholders.