Edwards Angell Palmer & Dodge has gained its first presence in China after sealing an association with local law firm Lister Swartz as of 1 October. The launch represents the firm's second presence outside the US and its first new office since its merger with UK law firm Kendall Freeman in October last year. Walter Reed, managing partner of Edwards Angell, said: "Hong Kong is the right place for us to be and is in direct response to the needs of our increasingly global client base."