Yabo Lin has joined Sidley’s Palo Alto Office as a partner, says Business Wire.  Representing a large number of telecom, green energy and software companies, as well as other industries, Lin’s practice focuses on acquisitions, securities and compliance.  Prior to joining Sidley, Lin was licensed to practice in China and accordingly his time will now be split between his home country and Palo Alto.  Sidley established its Palo Alto office last year to create a presence in markets focused on tech and business innovation.

With its base of operations in Chicago, Illinois, Sidley Austin LLP is one of the world’s largest full-service law firms, with approximately 1700 lawyers practicing in 17 U.S. and international cities.