Prominent PRC law firm Fangda Partners opened its office in Hong Kong in 2012. Supported by the firm’s leading practices in corporate and M&A, private equity and capital markets, its dispute resolution team in Hong Kong advises at the forefront of complex commercial disputes, particularly in respect of cross-border investments and disputes involving entities from various jurisdictions. Partner Peter Yuen is the head of the firm's dispute resolution practice. His practice covers international and regional arbitration, China-related commercial arbitration and commercial litigation. Howard Chan is another key figure. In commercial and transactions, the firm is representing SAIF Partners, a leading China-based private equity fund, in complex ongoing proceedings against a former partner concerning carried interest distributions and fiduciary duties, with claims exceeding $22 million.
