With 100 partners and 300 lawyers, AllBright Law Offices’ litigation and arbitration practice is known for its work in commercial disputes. The firm is often involved in the real estate, mining and metals and financial services sectors. It is often instructed by international corporations and major domestic enterprises. With a proven track record in litigation, the firm is also growing its presence in the international arbitration scene.
Rui Guo is a key name in the firm, acting as lead partner on the majority of cases related to the banking and financial services, construction and real estate sectors. Jianfeng Wang and Sheng Zhang are other lawyers to note for both commercial disputes and international arbitration.
In a notable commercial disputes case, the firm represented Shanghai Fosun High Technology (Group) Co, Shanghai Fosun Industry Investment Co and Shanghai Fosun Industry and Technology Development Co, in an equity transfer dispute with Jiangsu Shagang Group Co, Jiangsu Shagang Capital Holdings Co and Nanjing Iron & Steel Group Corp. The case involved a Rmb13.58 billion ($1.9 billion) equity transaction dispute concerning right of first refusal in China's steel industry. The team led by Guo successfully resolved complex legal challenges regarding ‘equivalent conditions’ in the transaction between the clients and the opposing party, leading to a mediated settlement. The high-profile case, which garnered significant media attention, set an important precedent for similar disputes in corporate law.
On the construction front, the firm advised China Construction Installation Group on a construction contract dispute regarding a refined isophthalic acid plant project in Ningbo. The team provided comprehensive analysis of 43 major disputes encompassing design changes, project delays, and cost overruns due to Covid-19. Through an innovative non-litigation approach, the team facilitated successful settlement negotiations, establishing a precedent for alternative dispute resolution in China's construction sector.
Topsperity Securities Co, Zhongzhou Futures Co and Zhuzhou Hongyu Real Estate Development Co are some of the firm’s recent clients.
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