Global Law Office is very active in cross-border investment and acquisitions involving Asia and Africa. Zhongcheng Wang and Xin Zhang lead the team in Beijing. Wang is active in the investment and financing of infrastructure. Zhang, a capital markets specialist, often assists clients in the energy sector regarding bond issuance and syndicated loans. In Shenzhen, Shifang Guo’s practice focuses on cross-border investment in the mining sector. In Chengdu, Xiaofeng Tang is particularly experienced in domestic investment acquisition transactions. Also in Chengdu, Liya Peng advises clients on the construction and development of energy projects. Minghao Xu, based in Beijing, regularly assists clients in real estate acquisitions.

The partners in the JunHe LLP projects and energy practice are described by clients as ‘seasoned experts in international engineering and energy, providing accurate legal services that are well-aligned with clients’ business needs’. The team is jointly led by Jianan Yuan, Bill Qin, Elvis Zhou and Fang Yi. Based in Beijing, Qin is experienced in handling overseas M&A projects, having recently advised a Saudi Arabian company in a joint venture agreement with a Chinese energy company. Zhou, ‘consistently delivering solutions that exceed expectations, even for the most challenging tasks’, specialises in construction and engineering law. In Shanghai, Fang is active in large-scale green infrastructure finance.

The corporate and international projects group at King & Wood Mallesons ‘benefits from a strong network of offices, offering robust professional resources to clients’. The practice is co-headed by Xiao Yong and Wenjing Tian, both of whom are based in Beijing. Yong often acts in financial and M&A transactions, such as internal restructuring, sales of subsidiaries, and acquisitions in the energy sector. Tian specialises in cross-border energy and infrastructure projects, such as a recent investment project in Indonesia. In Shenzhen, Jin Xiong specialises in cross-border M&A investments, often in the oil and gas sector. In Shanghai, Beilei Hou, ‘excels in the new energy and M&A sectors’, particularly in sales and acquisitions.

Zhong Lun Law Firm is praised by clients for its work on ‘cross-border investment, international engineering and daily operations’. Jun Cheng and Julia Zhu lead the energy and natural resources group. Based in Beijing, Cheng is experienced in acting for both state-owned and private companies in cross-border infrastructure construction projects. In Shanghai, Zhu is an expert in assisting listed companies with both cross-border and domestic M&A transactions. In Hangzhou, Li Hao has a strong focus on new energy industries, often acting for clients in the photovoltaic sector. Jihong Wang, based in Beijing, is another key practitioner in the team.

At Dacheng, the team offers a wide range of projects and energy services. In Beijing, Guisheng Yang leads the engineering and infrastructure industry team, and regularly advises clients on infrastructure and construction investments. In Shanghai, Junyan Si specialises in M&A, financing and dispute resolution within the construction industry. Nancy Sun deals with cross-border investments; she is also located in Shanghai. Yayuan Liu, based in Guangzhou, regularly acts in high-value acquisitions of electricity and waste disposal projects.

The Guantao Law Firm energy and infrastructure committee, led by Wei Jiang, has a strong focus on financial and M&A transactions in the energy sector. Huiwen Li, based in the Xi’an office, regularly advises energy clients on securities, M&A and project finance deals. Also in Xi’an, Fan Wang regularly acts in large corporate restructuring projects. In Nanjing, Zheng Wang is greatly experienced in assisting sewage and waste disposal clients in PPP transactions.

Jincheng Tongda & Neal handles a variety of project financing, capital markets and corporate matters for energy and infrastructure clients. Xiaodong Zheng and Guohua Wu lead the practice. Wu has a strong focus in outbound investment for infrastructure construction projects across Asia and the Middle East. Yonggao Wu is greatly experienced in land transfer, development and utilisation, among other land-related matters. Chunlei Xian specialises in mineral resources, such as mining rights transfer, investment and dispute resolution. All individuals mentioned are based in Beijing.

Sunshine Law Firm offers ‘stability and experience’ when providing a full range of construction, development and infrastructure advice to energy and natural resources clients. The team is led by Anjie Zhou and Jianlai Zhang. Based in Hangzhou, Zhou recently advised a client regarding the financing for a nuclear power plant. In Guangzhou, Zhang regularly acts in investment and M&A-related matters involving windfarms and renewable energy storage infrastructure. In Hangzhou, Zhen Chen is well respected in the green energy industry.

Tian Yuan Law Firm excels in providing cross-border financial and M&A services in matters involving South America, Africa, Europe and Asia. Jie Chai is highly experienced in assisting Chinese companies in acquiring energy infrastructure. Song Shuang, who is highlighted as ‘professional and capable’, regularly assists clients in drafting and amending payment and investment plans in overseas jurisdictions. Both individuals are based in Beijing.

DaHui Lawyers advises clients on a wide range of energy and projects issues, including construction disputes, merger filings and project financing. Richard Ma leads the practice. Splitting his time between Beijing and Shanghai, he is active in corporate and M&A matters, including cross-border M&A compliance. In Beijing, Xing Wan is an expert in handling complex commercial litigation concerning real estate and construction.

Commerce & Finance Law Offices has a particularly strong offering for clients who are looking to invest in energy and infrastructure projects both in China and overseas. In Beijing, Jinqing Xiao recently advised a large sponsor on the IPO of a new energy group. Also in Beijing, Juan Shang and Yiqun Cheng regularly advise Chinese clients on overseas energy investments in jurisdictions including Saudi Arabia, Myanmar and Bangladesh.

Based in Beijing, Grandall Law Firm acts as legal advisor to a range of traditional and new energy companies regarding their financial and corporate needs. Weidong Wang, a capital markets expert, is experienced in advising energy clients on domestic IPOs on the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges. Xinwei Li focuses on M&A and investment, often advising clients on strategic restructuring and share purchasing and repurchasing matters.

Since the arrival of project and infrastructure specialists Hallam Chow and Boya Shen in 2023, Haiwen & Partners‘ project team is increasingly instructed by banks, financial institutions and major SOEs on mega multijurisdictional project financing transactions, particularly on outbound projects in Latin America, Africa and Europe.

Han Kun Law Offices has a strong record in advising Chinese oil, gas and infrastructure-related companies on outbound cross-border investments. Tao Lan and Gloria Wang, having joined the firm from Sidley Austin LLP, regularly work together on large development projects, such as a recent polyethylene project in Kazakhstan. Rong Fang regularly advises investors on acquisitions in energy infrastructure, including thermal, wind and solar power infrastructure. All individuals are based in Beijing.

Jingtian & Gongcheng acts for a wide range of clients in both the traditional and new energy sectors. Based in Beijing, Guanchun Dai’s practice focuses on cross-border investment and M&A, particularly in Asia, North America and South America. Also in Beijing, Sheng Shao regularly acts for Chinese investors in matters involving energy infrastructure, including windfarms, solar power infrastructure and power stations.

The Merits & Tree Law Offices energy and natural resources team offers a wide range of energy services, covering both contentious and non-contentious matters. Gulong Ren and Jingjing Zhong lead the practice. Ren is well versed in cross-border financing and refinancing, as well as related litigation and arbitration. Zhong recently advised a key client on investment and construction contract compliance. Meanwhile, Qinghong Cai is experienced in advising Chinese companies on cross-border M&A investments in the mining and infrastructure industries.