Complex legal matters deserve more than generic advice. Ian C. Li, Esq., founder of Supreme Law Group®, brings a sharp, cross-border perspective to high-stakes business and transactional matters — cutting through complexity to give you clear options, sound strategy, and counsel that’s built around your goals, not billable hours.
Background
Ian is the founder and managing partner of Supreme Law Group. He received his legal education in China before pursuing advanced studies at the University of Southern California — a path that gave him firsthand fluency in both civil law and common law traditions. This dual foundation, combined with his experience as an immigrant navigating the U.S. legal system, allows him to bridge two worlds that most attorneys only know from one side. Clients benefit from that rare vantage point, particularly in matters where U.S. and international legal considerations intersect.
Practice Focus
Ian’s practice centers on the legal issues that most directly affect how businesses operate and grow. He advises on real estate transactions and development, logistics and international trade, business disputes, and corporate transactions and compliance. From structuring acquisitions and navigating tariff disputes to organizing business operations for long-term viability, Ian helps clients make moves that are legally sound and strategically smart.
Experience and Leadership
Since 2010, Ian has represented domestic and international companies in high-value disputes and transactions — including matters with seven- and eight-figure stakes. He has successfully defended logistics companies in customs and tariff disputes and guided businesses through complex cross-border deals. Beyond his individual practice, Ian leads a team built around structure, responsiveness, and efficiency. Clients know where their matter stands, hear back when they need to, and aren’t left navigating unnecessary process or unpredictable costs.
Approach to Client Service
Ian’s practice is built on a straightforward conviction: good legal counsel puts the client first, always. Earlier in his career, he saw how large firms’ structural inefficiencies and incentive misalignments could quietly work against the clients they were hired to protect. That experience shaped the way he practices today. Before recommending any course of action, he takes the time to understand your business and what you’re actually trying to achieve — then lays out the real trade-offs clearly, so you can make decisions with confidence. The goal isn’t to maximize legal activity. It’s to get you the right outcome.
Bar Admissions
- State Bar of California
- State Bar of New York
- State Bar of Nevada
Languages
- English
- Mandarin
- Cantonese
Community Involvement
Ian is fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, which supports his legal work with international clients and cross-border matters. He also contributes insights to financial media and provides pro bono counsel to community organizations and immigrant entrepreneurs. He also stays actively engaged with the broader business and legal community.
Contact Us for a Free Case Evaluation
The right legal strategy starts with understanding your goals and the realities of your situation. At Supreme Law Group, we help you evaluate your options and make informed decisions. Contact us today to schedule a free, confidential case evaluation.
