Fangda Partners provides ‘practical and comprehensive’ solutions for both domestic and cross-border disputes, frequently assisting Chinese companies and investors with parallel proceedings and offshore legal actions. The dispute resolution team, led jointly by Shanghai-based Nuo Ji, Helen Shi in Beijing, and Hong Kong’s Peter Yuen, includes lawyers qualified in Chinese, Hong Kong, English and Welsh, and Russian law. The group is able to handle disputes under major international arbitration rules, including ICC, CIETAC, HKIAC, and SIAC proceedings. Daniel Huang specialises in international trade and intellectual property disputes, Yanhua Lin is experienced in emergency arbitration proceedings and interim measures, and Yang Liu manages disputes across sectors such as energy, real estate, and technology.

King & Wood Mallesons boasts a team of ‘experienced lawyers with substantive skills’ adept at representing multinational companies, government authorities, state-owned enterprises, and private companies as both claimants and respondents before major Chinese and international arbitration institutions. Rihong Yu leads the dispute resolution group from the Beijing office, which includes Tao Huang, who handles commercial and maritime disputes before forums including CIETAC, ICC, and LCIA, and Yue Dai, who specialises in financial, trade, and construction disputes at international arbitration centres. Xinyu Li frequently represents state-owned enterprises and listed companies in cross-border cases, while Mengdan Lv focuses on disputes arising from equity investments, joint ventures, and financial transactions. Joanna (Zhuonan) Du, promoted to international partner in September 2023, has significant experience in resolving disputes within Belt and Road regions. In Shenzhen, Ariel Ye specialises in resolving business disputes through alternative dispute resolution methods, including both domestic and international arbitration.

With ‘exceptional professional capabilities and extensive practical experience,’ Zhong Lun Law Firm provides a broad range of commercial arbitration services, handling construction, bankruptcy, and investment disputes, including those related to foreign investments in Belt and Road Initiative projects. The dispute resolution department is co-headed by Lijun Cao and Baosheng Zhang, while the litigation and arbitration practice group is led by Huimin Xia and Taofeng (Tony) Xu. Wilson (Wei) Huo has significant experience in ad hoc arbitration, treaty-based investment arbitration, and overseas institutional arbitration, and Wei Sun specialises in arbitration related to construction, energy, and finance. Sylvia (Yujuan) Jiang handles arbitration cases involving the international sale of goods, joint ventures, and hospitality, frequently addressing issues under Hong Kong, Singapore, BVI, and Cayman law. Ziyue Wang is an associate to note.

Frequently appearing before prominent arbitration centres such as CIETAC, HKIAC, BAC, and SIAC, DaHui Lawyers handles matters across diverse jurisdictions including the US, Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, Hong Kong, and Switzerland. Arthur Ma leads the practice, with a focus on both foreign-related domestic and cross-border dispute resolution, and has substantial experience in enforcing arbitral awards. Xing Wan specialises in intellectual property, real estate, construction, and employment disputes, while Yi Dai offers expertise in maritime, commodities, and corporate disputes. Edward Lu, operating out of both the Beijing office and the Wuhan office that opened in October 2023, frequently handles disputes involving investments, M&A, joint ventures, and corporate governance.

Commerce & Finance Law Offices supports central and state-owned enterprises, listed companies, and multinational corporations, offering services including filing arbitration requests, conducting evidence gathering, and participating in proceedings to enforce foreign arbitral awards. Hongji Li represents clients in disputes related to international trade and equity investments, while Jialu Wang focuses on real estate development, construction, and intellectual property disputes. Fu Chen brings expertise in commercial arbitration, handling issues related to equity transfers, gambling agreements, and construction contracts.

Dacheng has considerable experience representing clients before international, regional, and domestic arbitration institutions, offering counsel on civil, commercial, and administrative matters for both domestic and international clients. In Beijing, Jiangtao Ma handles contractual disputes and issues arising from foreign investment equity M&A, while Yongrui (Raymond) Zhu specialises in cross-border dispute resolution and frequently manages BAC, CIETAC, and international arbitration proceedings. In Shanghai, Zhiqiang (John) Zou and Huixiao Han concentrate on disputes related to construction and real estate, as well as commerce and financial investments.

The ‘outstanding and experienced arbitration team’ at Global Law Office represents both domestic and international clients in major forums such as CIETAC, BAC, HKIAC, and CMAC. The team’s expertise spans a broad spectrum of areas including international cargo trading, maritime affairs, Chinese-foreign joint ventures, and project financing. Jiuguang Zhao spearheads the practice, focusing on finance, asset management, corporate control, and equity-related disputes. Yifeng Gao specialises in international arbitration, representing shipping companies, insurers, product manufacturers, and investment entities in cases with an international dimension. Xiusong Xing handles disputes involving inbound foreign direct investment, construction projects, technology transfer agreements, and loan agreements, managing cases in jurisdictions including the PRC, Sweden, Singapore, and Japan. Heng Wang concentrates on disputes in the investment, energy, and manufacturing sectors, while Kyle (Kai) Xiao typically deals with investment, M&A, and asset management disputes. The practice was further strengthened in July 2023 with the addition of Hong Jiang, former head of arbitration at TianTong Law Firm.

Han Kun Law Offices handles a wide range of disputes, including those related to licensing agreements, shareholder issues, and purchasing contracts, and boasts 'deep experience in international dispute resolution.' Wei (Vincent) Sun focuses on commercial arbitration involving financial matters, international commerce, and equity investments. He co-heads the practice with Xianglin Chen, who specialises in international commercial arbitration and cases involving foreign entities in China. Dong (Eric) Liu handles corporate governance issues, representing companies in various domestic and international arbitration forums, and Bing San brings extensive experience in managing cross-border disputes and cases related to the enforcement and annulment of foreign arbitral awards.

Jincheng Tongda & Neal offers expertise in investment, construction and engineering, intellectual property, and equity disputes. The dispute resolution department, spearheaded by Lili Meng and Xiaoqing Chu, has substantial experience in handling commercial cases before major permanent and ad hoc arbitration institutions in Singapore, Hong Kong, London, and Paris. Chen Yang represents both Chinese and foreign governments and commercial enterprises in cross-border trade and investment disputes, and Lan Li, with a focus on international arbitration, handles cases involving international trade, product quality, M&A, and construction disputes. Meanwhile, Yang Yi specialises in disputes related to international commodity trade and shipping.

Jingtian & Gongcheng offers ‘efficient and professional services’ to public and private companies, financial institutions, family offices, and individual clients, appearing in arbitration centres such as CIETAC, BAC, HKIAC, and SIAC. The team frequently represents private equity and venture capital investors, as well as investees in industries including new energy, construction, education, and semiconductors. Chungang Dong, deputy head of the arbitration practice, has significant experience acting as a legal advisor and PRC expert in arbitration proceedings across the US, Singapore, Hong Kong, and the Cayman Islands. Lei Wu leads the dispute resolution department, while Harry (Chunhui) Fang specialises in disputes within the projects and infrastructure sectors. Shuzhou Zhao is noted for his expertise in maritime and admiralty, shipbuilding, and offshore engineering disputes, and Ke Hu focuses on commercial and intellectual property-related arbitration.

The ‘very competent, knowledgeable, and responsive’ team at JunHe LLP manages both domestic and international arbitration proceedings, including the enforcement of overseas arbitral awards in China. Xiao (Arthur) Dong, who leads the dispute resolution practice alongside Zhao (George) Wang, Li Cai, and Yang (Jigger) Liu, specialises in international trade, shareholder disputes, intellectual property, and M&A-related conflicts. Jia (David) Gu represents state-owned enterprises and multinational corporations in arbitration matters involving international trade transactions, infrastructure projects, and innovative financial products, while Huili (Vicky) Zhao focuses on corporate and commercial disputes, including private equity investments, joint ventures, corporate governance, and shareholder issues.

Tian Yuan Law Firm provides expertise in both domestic and international arbitration, handling disputes related to securities trading, asset management, intellectual property, and real estate. Yan Zhou is experienced in shareholder and financial securities disputes, frequently representing clients before CIETAC. He co-leads the department with Ze Wang, who focuses on construction engineering and equity investment disputes. With a focus on international dispute resolution, Wenjie Gao represents both domestic and international clients in commercial and maritime arbitrations across various jurisdictions, including the PRC, London, Hong Kong, and Singapore.

The ‘professional, efficient, and responsible’ team at AllBright Law Offices represents clients before a variety of permanent and ad hoc arbitration institutions globally, offering services including issuing preliminary arbitration risk assessments, drafting arbitration agreements, representing clients in arbitration proceedings, and assisting with the enforcement of international arbitration awards. Led by Wei Yue, the team frequently manages corporate disputes in sectors such as real estate, mining, and financial services. Minli Tang specialises in international arbitration, representing state-owned enterprises, private companies, and cross-border enterprises in forums including the ICC, LCIA, SIAC, and HKIAC. Meanwhile, Rui Guo handles a range of arbitration cases involving commercial, financial, and real estate disputes, appearing before CIETAC, the Geneva Arbitration Court of Switzerland, the Shanghai International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission, and other institutions. Other key contacts in the group include Jianfeng Wang and Jingming Liu.

AnJie Broad Law Firm offers extensive experience in managing commercial and insurance-related disputes, including fund and equity transfer conflicts, asset management product disputes, reinsurance contract disputes, and life insurance claims. Shouzhi An specialises in international trade, shipping, and maritime issues, regularly handling matters in arbitration forums such as ICC, CIETAC, HKIAC, and SIAC. He co-leads the department from Xiamen alongside Beijing-based Xuelei Wang and Jia Wan, who focus on insurance disputes.

The ‘highly qualified, experienced, diligent, and professional’ team at Beijing Cyan Law Firm frequently represents state-owned and private entities in arbitration proceedings before HKIAC, ICC, SIAC, and SHIAC. The arbitration department, led by construction and engineering specialists Yinli Gao and Jun Wang, is particularly well-equipped to provide ‘high-quality and comprehensive legal services’ for a wide range of international and domestic construction projects. Meanwhile, Wei Shi concentrates on disputes in the construction, international trade, and environmental protection sectors.

DeHeng Law Offices’s arbitration practice is well-versed in handling disputes related to the Belt and Road Initiative, offering expertise in cross-border M&A, investment, and finance. Shan Cao specialises in construction and infrastructure disputes, while Lijin Xie has significant experience representing investors in arbitration cases involving valuation-adjustment mechanism agreements. Operating from the firm’s Dubai and Beijing offices, Huaiyuan Jia, who is uniquely qualified in both the UAE and China, focuses on international engineering and project investment issues. Junqi Wang brings expertise in cross-border trade disputes and equity transfer conflicts.

East & Concord Partners regularly represents clients before domestic arbitration organisations such as CIETAC, addressing commercial disputes related to sales contracts, foreign investments, real estate development agreements, and insurance. The dispute resolution practice is co-led by Chaoyi (Rocky) Ji, who is active in ICC, HKIAC, SIAC and other international arbitration forums and Wen Ye, who brings extensive experience in civil and commercial arbitration involving foreign investment, M&A, real estate, and labour disputes. Founding partner Qi Zhou is a key member of the team.

Guantao Law Firm is experienced in representing government departments and corporations in arbitration proceedings, covering areas such as investment disputes, commercial and financial fraud, international trade, and economic crime. Shaosong Sun directs the dispute resolution practice group, managing cases in the banking, steel, new energy, and automotive sectors. Dequan Li provides expertise to foreign enterprises as well as central and state-owned enterprises in real estate and finance disputes, while Zhe Deng focuses on resolving various commercial disputes.

Haiwen & Partners manages a diverse array of disputes, encompassing investment and finance, commercial sales, intellectual property, and construction. Chao Yang specialises in commercial contract disputes, including those involving Chinese-foreign joint ventures, capital management, and international trade issues. She jointly heads the department with Huijuan Sun, who frequently handles bankruptcy cases, and Jingjing Chen, who focuses on cross-border and foreign-related disputes, including contractual and tort matters.

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Llinks Law Offices is experienced in handling commercial disputes in China, with particular expertise in asset management-related conflicts. The team represents clients in PRC arbitration forums, assists with applying for property preservation orders, and helps clients seek the enforcement of judgments. Peiming Yang oversees the practice, acting for multinational corporations, foreign-invested and state-owned enterprises, and private companies in disputes related to FDI, M&A, and international trade. Alex Huang specialises in finance, securities, and investment-related disputes, while David Wu brings notable sports arbitration expertise.

Chengdu-based Tahota Law Firm is particularly experienced in handling disputes related to mineral acquisitions, restructuring, and energy project financing. Zhengping Xu leads the practice with deep expertise in company disputes, including equity acquisitions, control of listed companies, and shareholder conflicts. Yuanbing Huang and Aiguo Xu are notable members, operating out of the Shenzhen and Beijing offices, respectively.