Beijing

AllBright Law Offices

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 most 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.

The firm’s notable clients include Brother Industries, CITIC Securities, Huawei Technologies and Jiangsu Guojing Holding Group.

Client feedback

“[Good at] communication with customers, providing timely feedback, with precise understanding of specialised knowledge.” – Construction

“[Good at] enforcement.” – Securities

Xiu Liu

“[Good at] providing litigation solutions, interfacing with courts and communicating with clients.”

Sheng Zhang

“With solid legal skills and years of judicial practice experience, Zhang can fully understand the needs of clients and provide targeted solutions. In practice, Mr Zhang responds to clients' needs in a timely manner and can efficiently resolve clients' urgent legal needs, effectively solving business.”

Beijing-based full-service AnJie Broad Law Firm is best known in the disputes field for its international arbitration and commercial and transactions-related work, especially in the insurance sector. Meanwhile, intellectual property litigation has become another outstanding practice area of the firm, with full coverage of patents, trademarks, copyrights and unfair competition.

Key partners in the Beijing office include commercial disputes expert Zhan Hao, Wan Jia and IP partner Liu Qinghui (Nick).

During the research period, the firm acted for the hull & machinery insurer and reinsurer on a more than Rmb1 billion ($138 million) claim against the insured in the largest offshore wind power construction accident in China and advised COSCO Shipping (Qidong) Offshore Co. and its insurance company on an over Rmb300 million claim against ZPMC.

In intellectual property, among the publishable deals, AnJie Broad represented ACON Biotech (Hangzhou) Co. against Sinocare in a very important patent invalidation administrative case before the Beijing Intellectual Property Court. This case is important as it involves two leading big biotech companies in China and the huge blood lipid tester market.

All the international arbitration cases submitted by the firm are confidential.

The firm’s major clients include Alibaba, Bank of Shanghai, Hyundai Insurance (China), National Energy Group Ningxia Coal Industry, Qualcomm, Semikron Elektronik and Sinopec. 

In 2022, the firm hired Wei Cui as a dispute resolution partner and international arbitration expert Chao Yang left the firm and joined Haiwen & Partners.

Client feedback

“Yan Bing's team of lawyers specialises in foreign legal affairs such as maritime, shipping and trade, and has a very complete and professional team in dealing with water-related insurance matters, such as ship collision, cargo insurance recovery, etc, which can respond to the needs of clients in the best time to maximise the effect of loss reduction in cases.” – Insurance

“[Good at] making negotiation strategies.” – Labour and employment

“Professionalism: the lawyers at AnJie & Broad exhibit exceptional professionalism in the field of law, showcasing extensive expertise and precise reasoning. Service: clients can consistently expect top-notch service from them, including prompt responses, regular updates on case developments, and timely communication. Paperwork: throughout the litigation process, they deliver thorough and easily understandable documentation.” – Labour and employment

“They have excellent practical experience, solid legal skills and are able to find clues from the minutiae.” – Labour and employment

“[They are] particularly familiar with the judicial practice and industry experience of the industry we belong to, and provide timely, professional and pragmatic legal advice in conjunction with the clients' needs.” – Technology and telecommunications

Yana Cui

“Very professional.”

Hongquan Yang

“Particularly experienced in the field of data compliance, they are not only specialised, but also well aware of industry experience and provide focused and actionable legal advice.”

Lin Sun

“Very knowledgeable about our business.”

Bing Yan

“Yan Bing's team of lawyers specialises in foreign legal affairs such as maritime, shipping and trade, and has a very complete and professional team in dealing with water-related insurance matters, such as ship collision, cargo insurance recovery, etc., which can respond to the needs of clients in the best time to maximise the effect of loss reduction in cases.”

Siying Chen

“Professional legal knowledge and timely service. Understands the case and is logical. The team helped us win a case that we lost at first instance in arbitration.”

Lei Chen

“Chen Lei's team of lawyers specialises in maritime law, shipping and trade and other foreign legal affairs, and has a very complete and professional team in dealing with water-related insurance matters, such as ship collision, cargo insurance recovery, etc., which can respond to the needs of the client at the first time to achieve the maximum effect on the case to reduce the loss.”

Anli Partners is known for its work in commercial disputes. It focuses on disputes in the fields of securities, equity, investment funds, and so on. The key name is Ji Jun, who specialises in Japan-related disputes.

The firm’s clients are in the automotive, energy, industrials and manufacturing, and TMT sectors and regularly seek out the firm for advice.

In 2022, the firm added 11 partners to strengthen its dispute resolution team.

Established in 2001, C&C Law Firm underwent an official restructuring into a partnership law firm, becoming one of the pioneering partnership law firms in China. With over 20 years of growth, the firm currently employs more than 200 practising lawyers and other legal service professionals.

Operating as a comprehensive law firm, C&C Law Firm has expanded its reach by establishing multiple branches and offices across the country, ensuring a nationwide presence. It offers a wide array of professional services covering civil, commercial, criminal, administrative, labour, and international legal matters, aiding parties involved in various cases.

Key areas of practice include real estate disputes, marriage and family affairs, criminal defence, land expropriation and demolition, and IP disputes.

Beijing Cyan Law Firm is a widely recognised boutique firm in the construction and real estate fields. With years of experience in handling complex disputes in domestic and foreign-related litigation and cross-border disputes, the firm has continuously obtained favourable results on behalf of its clients in large-scale infrastructure work and real estate-related disputes.

Wanhe Ye, Jun Wang and Yinli Gao are leading individuals at the firm and are respected figures in the market.

Although the firm’s case highlights remain confidential, it has handled many significant cases related to construction and real estate issues, such as those involving the South-North Water Transfer Project and the construction of Daxing Airport.

Client feedback

“The team analysed the problems professionally and efficiently, solved many legal problems in the process of litigation and stop payment, and safeguarded our legal interests. Our company is very satisfied with the quality of the team's work, the completion of the results, and the team of lawyers.” – Construction

“The team has rich experience in providing services in construction projects and can provide quick and comprehensive legal advice to resolve many legal issues and disputes in the process of litigation/arbitration and daily contract review, so as to effectively promote the smooth progress of the projects.” – Construction

Yinli Gao

“Able to respond quickly and accurately to any questions asked by customer service. Professional, detailed and trustworthy.”

Wanhe Ye

“Mr. Ye provided comprehensive legal services for many overseas engineering projects of our company, especially in the formulation of strategy, grasping the direction of the important support, really solving the practical problems, and maximising the maintenance of the company's interests.”

“The professionalism, feedback, meticulousness, and big-picture view of Ye are rare. Ye can provide whole-process legal services in many foreign-related projects, including Letter of Guarantee, international arbitration, international negotiation, and daily legal services.”

Jianchao Gao

“As a senior lawyer of Cyan Law Firm, Gao has rich experience in construction engineering litigation and arbitration and possesses profound legal knowledge. Gao is highly competent in handling complex and large-scale construction engineering dispute resolution cases. Gao has a clear logical analysis ability, and can keenly judge the core points of interest in complex evidence and put forward high-quality and efficient strategies and ideas. Gao treats his work meticulously, conscientiously, and responsibly, and can provide professional and high-quality legal services for our company.”

Founded in 1993, Beijing DHH Law Firm is a full-service law firm that was established by DeHeng Law Group. Over the years, the firm has pursued an aggressive expansion, targeting strategic locations throughout the country, and now it has 26 offices across China. The firm’s best-performing areas within disputes practice are commercial, real estate and construction disputes. Its commercial disputes team is active in bankruptcy and insolvency, while the real estate and construction group has experience in representing real estate companies in various contractual disputes.

Key partners in Beijing include Cheng Ji, Hongtao Mao and Yang Lu. They all specialise in commercial disputes.

One of the highlighted cases is its role advising CNPC Offshore Engineering on a commercial litigation involving Iranian tax payment. The accuser is Minsheng Yangjia Shipping Leasing Company. This is a rare case involving a dispute between a central enterprise and a heavyweight private enterprise over tax payment outside China, involving complex tax law issues. The firm also advised Shenzhen Neptunus Group on its invoice issues, which were audited by the Tianjin Taxation Bureau. This case relates to the financial and taxation situation of both parties. The determination of false invoices is complicated and involves complex legal relationships.

In the real estate and construction area, the firm represented China Construction First Bureau against Tianjin Longsha Culture in the dispute about the Tianjin Yitianyuan Project. The amount involved in the case is more than 100 million yuan. The reason for the dispute is that Lonsha has repeatedly failed to make the payment on time. With the help of DHH, the Tianjin court finally supported most of China Construction First Bureau's claims. At present, the case has entered the enforcement stage.

Founded in 2003, Docvit Law Firm is a full-service law firm based in Beijing, renowned for its expertise in commercial disputes, particularly in financial litigation and investigations, corporate and insolvency litigation. The firm is also active in construction and real estate disputes, intellectual property disputes, and international arbitration. Senior partners Guangchao Liu and Guanghu Shi lead the dispute resolution team.

During the research period, the legal team, led by partner Wei Lin, represented a lithium supplier in a significant contract dispute involving Rmb110 million ($15 million). The dispute arose when the client, due to an abnormal increase in lithium carbonate prices, could not supply 633 tons at the agreed price to a material company. By applying the principle of changed circumstances, the team successfully convinced the court to rule that their client did not breach the contract, setting a significant precedent and providing important guidance for future cases with similar issues.

Previously, the firm has handled several administrative disputes and represented various corporations in cases involving equity transfer, contractual issues, and corporate bond trading, most of which remain confidential. Last year, the firm hired nine new partners to strengthen its dispute resolution capabilities.

Client feedback

"Professional service, strong goal-oriented awareness, and excellent service spirit." – Competition/Antitrust

Wei Lin

"Goal-oriented, client-focused, and innovative in problem-solving."

"Very good, solid expertise, and timely service."

Geng Dong

"Thorough legal investigations."

As one of the oldest law firms in Beijing, Kangda Law Firm is widely known for its commercial criminal defence practice and has a well-respected commercial disputes practice backed by highly recognised practitioners. Yan Lian and Junxi Lu are key partners in its Beijing commercial disputes department.

Kangda Law Firm represented Jiangsu Kehang Environmental Protection in a trade secret infringement lawsuit. The case helped summarise the 20-year technological development in the desulfurisation and denitrification industry, breaking the improper monopoly of certain companies on shared technologies and improving air pollution control in the steel and chemical sectors. Additionally, the firm's lawyers developed a comprehensive defence strategy from technical, legal, and supervisory angles, effectively countering the negative political impact of improper publicity from the Jiangsu court system, which laid the foundation for the case's eventual correction.

The firm’s government and regulatory sector is led by Lina Meng, with a focus on administrative laws. All relevant cases submitted this year remain confidential.

Key clients include China Development Bank, China Construction First Bureau, Second Hydropower Bureau and China Resources Gas.

Client feedback
"Fully satisfied with the representation throughout the process." – Real estate
"Achieved arbitration results that exceeded expectations." – Commercial arbitration
"The above services provided by Kangda Law Firm are all highly professional, timely, and client-focused, offering rigorous and reasonable advice and feedback." – Intellectual property

Yong'an Li
"Highly professional, responsible, with strong communication and coordination skills."

Jie Yang
"Professional and responsible."

Gaobo Lian
"Case analysis demonstrates professionalism, quick and comprehensive thinking, with depth and breadth of perspective."

Rui Qiao
"Unique representation approach with meticulous execution."

Suixue Li
"Provides legal opinions and feedback promptly and proactively offers innovative solutions based on needs. Consistently maintains professionalism and rigour, with rich industry experience and understanding, always from the client's perspective."

Qianyi Ou
"Proactively innovates working methods to provide clients with educational and engaging training workshops full of practical cases. During litigation processes, patiently communicates with opposing parties, demonstrating exceptional communication skills and problem-solving abilities."

Headquartered in Beijing, CCPIT Patent and Trademark Law Office’s legacy practice boasts nearly 300 patent and trademark attorneys and lawyers. The enforcement team provides litigation, administrative enforcement and mediation services to clients relating to patent, trademark, copyright, domain name and unfair competition matters. Its practitioners are well-versed in the pharmaceuticals, chemicals and high-tech industries.

Trademark litigator Gang Hu is a key name at the firm and was the lead partner on several cases during the research period.

The firm kept busy representing HC Semitek, one of the largest LED companies in China, in defending an Rmb40 million ($5.5 million) lawsuit filed by San’an Optoelectronics before the Changsha Intermediate People’s Court for patent infringement. This lawsuit between the two largest LED companies in China will have a great influence in the industry and has attracted considerable attention. Another marquee matter had the firm represent Canon in a patent infringement lawsuit involving four defendants who conducted suspected infringing acts as co-manufacturers and co-sellers. The firm also represented video-coding company Xylene Holding in a series of eight patent invalidation cases.

The firm’s recent client roster includes Blue Sky Innovation Group, Grundfos, Julius Blum and Mercedes-Benz Group.

Boutique firm Chance Bridge Partners is most active in the corporate, commercial and financial disputes areas. The firm regularly acts for clients in matters concerning securities, shareholders, construction, foreign-related litigation and arbitration, insolvency and intellectual property.

Yuxiang Hu and Qiang Ye are key partners in its commercial dispute resolution team.

One highlight saw the firm advise Huarong Asset Management company in a Rmb5 billion ($723 million) assets disposal project. During the process, the firm assisted in disputes, restructuring and investment legal work.

The firm also advised on the execution of Huaxin International Trust's notarised creditor's rights documents. In other matters, the firm acted on a dispute over a stock pledge repurchase between CITIC Securities and a listed company; and handled an entrusted loan contract dispute between Ping An Trust and a leading company in Nanjing.

Notable clients of the firm include China Construction Bank, China CITIC Bank, China Minsheng Bank, Industrial Bank and Xiamen International Bank.

In 2022, the firm hired two partners, Yan Zhang and Songtao Yang. In 2021, the firm hired two partners from Zhong Lun Law Firm and one partner from JunHe.

Client feedback

“Professional and responsible [at their work].” – Construction and real estate

China Patent Agent (HK) is an intellectual property boutique with offices in Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen, as well as other countries. It provides a full range of IP services to its clients, with expertise in drafting, filing, prosecution, litigation, mediation, licensing, assignment and counselling in the areas of patents, trademarks, copyright, domain names and anti-unfair competition. The firm is one of the oldest and largest IP litigation firms in China.

IP specialists Yuhe Wu, Jingchao Wang and Yanfeng Xiong are key names in the firm.

One recent firm highlight blends elements of intellectual property and biopharmaceutical expertise. On behalf of Erasmus University Medical Center Rotterdam, a Dutch university, and Roger Kingdon Craig, a UK scientist, the team won a favourable second instance judgment from the IP tribunal of the Supreme Court. The case was a hard battle to fight, as very few cases to date have been able to overturn the China National Intellectual Property Administration’s re-examination decisions in patent administrative litigation.

The firm also acted for Darwin Technologies, a European manufacturing company that won its case over an indirect patent infringement in Beijing Higher People's Court. The victory in this case received great attention because Chinese courts rarely support indirect infringement. In addition, the judgment element of aiding infringement has developed greatly in recent years. The entire litigation lasted for six years and witnessed changes in the rules for the establishment of aiding infringement during this period. This case has reference value for future similar cases.

Key clients for the firm include Darwin Technology International, Honeywell International, KPN and Powertech Industrial.

Client feedback

“It's all good.” – Intellectual property

Diana Wu

“[Good at] trademark-related work.”

City Development Law Firm occupies, and some would argue dominates, a construction-focused space in the Shanghai legal market. The firm’s construction team consists of star lawyers with both legal and civil engineering backgrounds. The team has always been in a leading position in the field of construction with a particular forte in infrastructure, public utilities and landmark projects.

Deputy directors Fumin Qiu, Fei Gao and Jingwei Wang are key names to note, while senior partner Peng Huang is a long-time authority in the construction capacity.

In an ongoing contract dispute, the firm is acting for a world top 500 construction enterprise in China in Evergrande’s failure in payment. The firm also acted for a large real estate enterprise affiliated to Fangyuan Group and suing the general contractor, the Fourth Construction Bureau of China, over allegations of overdue completion arising from a commercial housing project. In another matter, the firm represented Yunnan Construction Investment Sixth Construction in an Rmb640 million ($488 million) construction contract dispute initiated by Yunnan Jianqiang Construction Labor Service.

Some of the firm’s recent clients include Henan Jinjian Construction, Shanghai Road & Bridge (Group), Shunjie Construction (Group) and Yangquan Vocational and Technical College.

In 2023, the firm hired one partner Jiao He from Beijing-based Yi An Lawyers.

Commerce & Finance Law Offices is renowned for its expertise in commercial disputes, banking and finance, fund and trust, and international trade. In recent years, the firm has also expanded into international arbitration.

Key partners at the firm's Beijing headquarters include Hongji Li, Qiang Cui, Jialu Wang, and Xiaoming Guo, all specialising in commercial disputes.

During the research period, Cui's team represented Growth Steal Group in the largest civil litigation case in China's history, the Suzhou toxic land billion-yuan infringement case, involving Rmb10 billion ($1.37 billion). This case, heard by the Jiangsu Higher People's Court in the first instance, is the largest civil litigation case since the founding of the People's Republic of China, given the high threshold for first-instance cases in higher courts.

Li and his team represented Hainan Rubber Group in a dispute with China Huayang over joint venture control. Despite contributing 90% of the capital, Hainan Rubber Group held only 35% of the shares. After the court rejected their request to dissolve the joint venture and recover the investment, Commerce & Finance devised a plan. They filed a capital contribution dispute, won the case, and initiated a forced execution procedure to transfer Hainan Huayang's 65% equity to Hainan Rubber Group, making it the 100% owner. This strategy helped Hainan Rubber Group gain control quickly.

The firm has also bolstered its team by hiring five partners from Jincheng Tongda & Neal, and two others from Kingpound Law Firm in Guangzhou and Beijing W&H Law Firm.

Client feedback

“Representation in dispute cases, daily legal consultations.” – Labour and employment

“All aspects are excellent.” – Intellectual property

“Bankruptcy restructuring, debt reorganisation.” – Bankruptcy

“Rich professional experience in bankruptcy restructuring, combining robust legal expertise with strong commercial acumen and resource integration capabilities. For our company’s complex situation, they facilitated consensus among stakeholders through negotiation, accelerating our recovery and revival.” – Bankruptcy

“Extensive project and professional experience, stellar reputation, and a highly qualified legal team.” – Bankruptcy

“Partners and the execution team demonstrate exceptional professionalism and client-centric service.” – Commercial arbitration

Dingding Li

“Li is highly patient and meticulous. Regardless of how complex or challenging a dispute case is, she consistently applies her professional expertise to devise actionable solutions for clients. She responds promptly and meets client demands for procedural transparency and specialised skill requirements.”

Jing Chen

“Case analysis and representation.”

Qiang Cui

“As a team partner and primary project liaison, he delivers professional, efficient and highly valuable legal services to clients.”

Bingbing Gai

“Gai, as the lead partner of our bankruptcy restructuring legal team, excels in guiding every task – from daily operational management and production oversight to critical matters like asset liquidation, creditor claims declaration, investor engagement, restructuring plan development, and negotiations with financial institution creditors. Her leadership ensured efficient and successful outcomes, earning high praise from municipal and county-level authorities, the court, our management team, financial institutions, and restructuring investors.”

“Extensive experience in bankruptcy restructuring and debt reorganisation. She not only identifies issues but also crafts legally sound, commercially viable solutions aligned with local development priorities, ensuring practical implementation. Her work has been highly commended by senior leadership.”

“Highly specialised in bankruptcy restructuring.”          

Dacheng Law Offices is widely recognised for its work in commercial disputes, particularly in the banking and finance space. Its construction and real estate dispute teams also play an important role in Beijing’s legal market, offering services that cover a wide swathe of areas, including construction and infrastructure, real estate investment, PPP projects and real estate investment trust funds.

Key figures Huazhi Yuan and Zhibin Zheng are noted for their work in construction and insolvency disputes. Li Tao is a senior partner who specialises in commercial disputes.

In the area of commercial disputes, the team represented Beijing Qingyuan Real Estate Development and Yongtai Real Estate (Group) in a dispute over a joint venture and cooperative real estate development contract with Beijing Taihong Dayi trading company. The case has lasted over 10 years and the Dacheng team has helped the clients prevail in both the first and second trials. Other commercial disputes cases remain confidential.

In government and regulatory, the firm’s clients include China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, China Chamber of International Commerce, Sinotrans and Tencent.

Client feedback

“Their service attitude and litigation strategy are spot on.” – Banking and financial services

“Timely feedback, very professional.” – Labour and employment

“Timely, professional and effective legal counselling services.” – Labour and employment

“Whenever they handle a case, they are always able to analyse the legal issues in depth and explore potential risks. This ability has allowed me to avoid disputes with employees and many future lawsuits. More importantly, they are always gracious in providing legal services. For example, we always receive timely feedback. The members of this team are experts in different fields, which enables them to evaluate legal issues from different perspectives.” – Labour and employment

Eric Wang

“Timely and professional legal advice.”

Xiaoyu Liu

“Great professional and work perspective having left the regulatory sector to pursue a career in finance.”

Yihang Yin

“Yin, as the lawyer who took charge in negotiation on the site, showed his strong commercial negotiation ability. In the commercial negotiation process, he clearly and accurately stated our point of view, refuted the other party's claims with justification, to protect our interests, and fully demonstrated his excellent eloquence, solid legal knowledge base and rapid on-site response.

“He also shows clear logical thinking in contract writing. Based on his rich experience in litigation, Yin carefully and cautiously analysed our needs of collaboration with another party and examined the terms of the contract word by word and sentence by sentence and drafted a contract that was clear and easily interpreted by all parties.

We had a commercial dispute lasted over half a year, and the negotiation process was anxious and repetitive. Mr. Yin Yihang was committed, dedicate, and diligent throughout the whole process, and he joined us working late into the night, or even overnight, and finally contributed to the successful settlement.”

Dianshi Zhang

“The professional ability and conscientious, and the responsible, in-depth, meticulous and rigorous professional attitude demonstrated by Zhang in the course of the case representation is admirable.”

Aoshuang Zhang

“She is an easy-going and intelligent professional. She made me aware of many potential legal risks, so I have confidence in her expertise. Moreover, she always responded promptly whenever we needed something, and even interviewed us to explain the issues to us more clearly.”

Wentao Wang

“Timely feedback, professionalism and clarity of thought.”

Qiang Cheng

“Qiang Cheng is our long-term cooperative intellectual property lawyer, who has represented our company in a series of patent ownership disputes and patent infringement disputes. Cheng has a good background in science and technology, and has the qualification of patent agent. He can precisely understand our company's patented technology and we have conducted much in-depth technical communication and argumentation with Cheng so that he is able to fully express to the court the precise professional positioning and appropriate relationship between the patent in question and the evidence adduced by the other company. Cheng's professional ability and serious, responsible, in-depth, meticulous, and rigorous professional attitude in the process of representing the case were admirable.”

Zhiqiang Zou

“Zou led the team and gave us a comprehensive, beautiful battle. Zou has a deep, solid legal theory foundation, and his case analysis and logical reasoning ability is very strong. In a simple exchange on cases, he can accurately grasp the core focus of the dispute resolution and lead the team diligently and efficiently to provide an effective negotiation strategy and schedule. In the anxious process of negotiation he has a keen sense of negotiation and commercial judgement, and within reason for the fight does not lose a certain degree of flexibility, so that in the end both parties successfully reached a settlement and signed a set of complete and effective commercial contracts, and our interests were fully protected.”

DaHui Lawyers’ dispute resolution team is particularly known for its work in commercial litigation and arbitration, especially cross-border disputes. The firm represents large foreign corporations and domestic entities before important arbitration centres like the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre, International Chamber of Commerce and Singapore International Arbitration Centre. Industry leaders in the fields of aviation, energy, tech, manufacturing, IT, automobiles and finance frequently engage the firm for counsel.

Arthur Ma is a key figure within the firm’s dispute resolution practice and has a particular focus on commercial litigation and international arbitration. Xing Wan is another key lawyer to note.

The firm represented China Securities in winning the first-ever (public) judgment, and its appeal, on claims of false statements in private targeted debt financing instruments in the interbank bond market, and representing a state-owned entity and its A-listed subsidiary in protracted legal proceedings across multiple jurisdictions regarding control over a Cayman-registered Hong Kong-listed company.

In early 2023, the firm hired Jue Li from Fangda Partners, who specialises in commercial disputes and international arbitration.

The firm’s impressive roster of clients includes China Huarong Overseas Investment Holdings, Henan Guoneng Huanghe Logistics, SAIF Advisers, a subsidiary of China Railway Engineering Corporation, and other major Chinese and international names.

DeHeng Law Offices is a full-service law firm with a national presence in a variety of practice areas in China. Headquartered in Beijing, the firm has nearly 30 years of history with dynamic dispute resolution practice, particularly excelling in commercial disputes. It regularly acts on securities disputes, shareholders’ disputes, contract disputes and commercial fraud. The firm is also rapidly growing its expertise in the construction and real estate, and intellectual property fields.

Key figures in the Beijing office include Ganghong Sun and Xiongwei Li, who specialise in construction and real estate, and Changbin Chen, who is an expert in commercial disputes.

One case highlight during the research period was the restructuring and insolvency of the Banshan Bandao project, which is a well-known real estate project in Hannan province. The restructuring involves more than 10 enterprises with large assets. As of today, the restructuring and insolvency of Banshan Bandao is the biggest of its kind within the tourism real estate industry in mainland China.

In addition, the firm acted for Shanghai Construction Engineering Group in contract disputes against Golden Eagle Real Estate; and also acted for Haoyisheng Pharmacy against Ping An Health Internet in a dispute over trademark infringement.

In labour and employment, the firm completed dozens of cases. Among them, the firm acted for Xinhua Asset Management in its dispute against an employee over a year-end bonus, with a deal value of Rmb3 million ($0.4 million).

Key clients include China Three Gorges Group, China South-to-North Water Diversion Project and Tianjin Binhai Development Zone Infrastructure Center.

Client feedback

“They handled the recruitment of investors for a bankruptcy reorganisation, and negotiation with creditors and investors, during which they showed strong legal professionalism and communication and coordination skills.” – Bankruptcy

Xiao Guo

“Throughout the whole process of cooperation, Xiao Guo demonstrated his profound professionalism and excellent communication skills. Not only did he know the details of the case well, but he was also able to understand and meet the needs of our company accurately and quickly. His diligence ensured that the case progressed efficiently and achieved very satisfactory results for our company.

“In addition to his professionalism, Guo has excellent interpersonal skills, which made the whole process of cooperation smooth and pleasant. We are very satisfied with the performance of this lawyer and highly appreciate his professional attitude and ability. We look forward to working with him in the future and are confident that he will achieve the results he deserves in the Lawyer Rankings.

“All in all, the lawyer is a trustworthy and recommendable professional whose professionalism and service attitude are top-notch."

East & Concord Partners has solidified its reputation as a litigation and arbitration leader in China, particularly noted for its arbitration expertise. The firm’s Beijing office boasts a roster of senior arbitrators affiliated with the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission and other major arbitration bodies, positioning it at the forefront of high-stakes disputes.

Its practice spans complex commercial litigation, intellectual property conflicts and cross-border arbitration, with a strong foothold in sectors such as finance, energy, insurance and education.

Leading the firm’s dispute resolution practice, partners Qi Zhou and Chaoyi Ji are recognised for their strategic handling of precedent-setting matters.

Zhou and Ji recently represented Coca-Cola Beverage (Shanghai) Co. through a high-profile international arbitration against John Bean Technologies SpA before the Shanghai International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission. The case gained attention for the team’s submission of over 100 kilograms of documentary evidence, a testament to their exhaustive preparation and tactical rigour. In another landmark matter, the pair represented Ms. Lan Zhang and affiliated entities in a groundbreaking application to set aside an arbitral award before the China International Commercial Court (CICC) of the Supreme People’s Court. This matter marked the first time the Supreme Court directly adjudicated an arbitration judicial review case and the CICC’s inaugural annulment proceeding, setting a critical precedent for future enforcement challenges.

The firm’s arbitration prowess is further underscored by its work for clients such as China Banking Association, CITIC Bank, Pacific Insurance Group, Vanke Beijing and Zhejiang Longsheng Group, reflecting its ability to navigate both domestic and cross-jurisdictional disputes.

Client feedback

“The firm consistently delivers pragmatic dispute resolution strategies and high-calibre litigation services. Their ability to craft tailored solutions for complex tech-related disputes sets them apart in an industry where precision and adaptability are critical.” – Technology and telecommunications

“We were deeply impressed by the firm’s ability to dissect core issues, resolve intricate challenges, and expedite judicial processes in our insolvency matter. Their partners engage at every level, dedicating themselves entirely to advancing the client’s best interests. Their hands-on approach consistently translates into optimal outcomes, even in the most time-sensitive scenarios.” – Insolvency

“The team combines exceptional legal drafting skills with unwavering responsiveness. Their advice extends beyond immediate case needs, offering proactive counsel on broader project-related risks. Their compliance expertise and commercial sophistication further elevate their value as strategic partners.” – Commercial and transactions

“A standout for their deep industry knowledge and professionalism, particularly in balancing regulatory compliance with business objectives.” – Commercial and transactions

Yingzhi Yang

“The first and most profound impression that lawyer Yang Yingzhi left on us is his ‘combination of responsibility and professionalism, along with a pragmatic business mindset and effective legal solutions’. Lawyer Yang excels in starting from fact-finding and, with his exceptional understanding and learning abilities, focuses on the details to pinpoint the core of disputes, achieving a comprehensive view from a single aspect, thereby maximising the interests of clients. What is even more commendable is that lawyer Yang always maintains a diligent and humble attitude. Throughout our collaboration, he continuously learns and improves himself, always providing comprehensive and efficient legal services. We, as well as other business teams that have worked with him, have great trust in him, and therefore, we consider lawyer Yang a long-term partner and friend.”

"Professional, dedicated, and responsive to client needs."

"In terms of corporate compliance, he reviewed the company's past contracts and provided objective and comprehensive risk prevention and solutions, addressing internal disputes from a corporate law perspective, demonstrating great patience and professionalism. He participated in commercial negotiations and drafted commercial contracts, showing professionalism and alertness during the negotiation process, providing key information to decision-makers in a timely manner. His experience in drafting contracts is rich, with detailed clauses and strong logical structure, effectively controlling potential risks, and completing assigned tasks on time."

"Yang Yingzhi is very professional in case analysis, able to help companies quickly identify the key points of cases, and provide very reasonable litigation strategies and solutions."

Fangda Partners has risen steadily from its Shanghai roots to become a national powerhouse in China and it has also been earning a first-class reputation in the Beijing market. Its Beijing office has hundreds of lawyers with expertise in several practice areas, with prominent strengths in commercial litigation, intellectual property and international arbitration work.

Key figures in the dispute resolution team include Peter Yuen, Peibing Qi, Alexandra Pu Yang and Helen Shi.

Most cases submitted this year remain confidential. However, over the past few years, the firm has represented Shanghai Jinxin Investment Advisory and Everbright Jinhui Investment Management (Shanghai) to bring a lawsuit against a PRC-listed company, Baofeng Group, and its actual controller before the PRC Supreme Court; and represented Cinda Investment in court litigation over a contract dispute involving a real estate development operation dispute against a listed general merchandise company and its subsidiary.

In intellectual property, the firm acted for Apple in a series of litigations against iRobot. The main case before the Shanghai High Court involves the highest damages request so far in all IP fields in China. Also, the firm represented NavInfo, a market-leading Chinese navigation software and map company, on its successful copyright infringement claim against three Baidu companies found to be using “substantially similar software” without permission. The Beijing Intellectual Property Court awarded NavInfo Rmb64.5 million ($8.9 million) in damages. It is the highest damages award for copyright infringement cases in China to date.

Moonton, Alibaba Group, Giorgio Armani, Nanjing Skytech Technology and Watson Pharmaceuticals are the firm’s other key clients.

Client feedback

“Firstly, the team has excelled in the work of administrators in the reorganisation of large and medium-sized enterprises, as well as in the advisory services for creditors and investors of reorganised enterprises. Secondly, the team has achieved very good results in its research of legislative reform of reorganisations, the sorting out of judicial practice, and the annual summaries of the industry. Thirdly, the team has put in efforts to achieve results in the management of administrators' committees, and in the setup of administrators' teams. Fourthly, the team has performed well in supporting higher education institutions to carry out research on the theory and practice of bankruptcy law and academic exchange activities, reflecting a strong sense of social responsibility. Lastly, the team has performed well in its own team-building and the absorption and cultivation of new talents.” – Bankruptcy

“Fangda has extensive experience in commercial dispute resolution, both in domestic disputes and international arbitration, demonstrating its exquisite professional ability and sensitivity to business thinking. Fangda has a wealth of legal service experts around the world, who are fluent in both English and Chinese, with a global perspective and expertise across multiple legal disciplines.” – Commercial arbitration

“[Good at] coming up with litigation strategy and response in court.” – Intellectual property

“Guided our company to prepare the relevant information for arbitration and represented our company in court to complete the work of responding to the lawsuit.” – Labour and employment

“Achieved good results in responding to disputes.” – Labour and employment

Yixin Huang

“Prepared all the information for the labour arbitration and attended the labour court.”

Yang Liu

“A solid legal professional with the ability to give timely, on-point feedback to clients, very good at domestic and international dispute resolution, and with realistic business logic.”

Xueqing Liu

“Meticulous work, high level of professionalism, very comfortable communication.”

Xiaxia Zhou

“[Good at] case analysis and preparation of information prior to responding to a case.”

Bo Zhou

“He would refer us directly to the professional law firms that are responsible for our cases, and he will professionally answer case-specific questions from our group headquarters.”

Nuo Ji

“Ji has served as the president of the Shanghai Lawyers Association for many years, and currently serves as the director of the bankruptcy and restructuring committee of the All-China Lawyers Association and president of the Shanghai Bankruptcy Administrators Association, etc. He has made positive contributions to the development of the industry and the construction of the team of administrators; he has actively supported the exchanges between colleges and universities and practical experts; he serves as the head of the administrators of a number of large-scale enterprise reorganisations in Shanghai and the restructuring of the country, and he actively establishes cooperation and exchange mechanisms with international legal service organisations.”

Hong Shi

“Professional ability is exquisite, with rich experience in foreign-related legal affairs, sensitive business logic, fluent in English and Chinese, and at the same time, can help clients coordinate and recommend the most suitable legal experts in the world.”

Wen Zou

“Represented our company in IP cases, provided litigation strategies from the perspective of the whole business, very familiar with the domestic judicial environment, and handled cases with great delicacy.”

Gen Law Firm is a newly founded boutique law firm that focuses on intellectual property practice. The firm has solid experience in patent and trademark areas and covers the full spectrum of sectors, including automotive, banking and financial services, wireless communications, semiconductors, computing, medicine, retail, publishing, software, sports, chemicals, social media and advertising.

Jing He and Kefeng Zhao are key contacts at the firm.

Case highlights include representing Beijing Baocaisheng Catering Management Company in trademark infringement and unfair competition disputes; advising on a series of trademark infringement and unfair competition litigation cases for American Sentry; and acting for Mingyang Smart Energy Group in a trade secrets case.

Client feedback

“They could establish a regular rhythm to inform the client of progress or lack of thereof.” – Intellectual property

Global Law Office’s litigation and arbitration practice has a good reputation in commercial disputes, including antitrust and competition, finance, insolvency and real estate-related litigation. The Beijing office mainly specialises in representing international companies in foreign-related commercial litigation, and complex transactional disputes.

Yifeng Gao is a key partner at the firm who specialises in international trade, commercial contracts and corporate matters. Jingye Jiang is another name to note who is active in international arbitration disputes.

The firm’s disputes capability is among the most highly respected in the market. During the research period, the firm acted for a listed education group company on cases in three jurisdictions with a total dispute value of more than Rmb2.1 billion ($290 million) and represented a state-owned asset management company on a Rmb1.27 billion enforcement case.

In the IP field, the firm advised the Yoovidhya Family, the owner of the “Redbull” trademark, on the Red Bull gold can trade dress dispute; and represented AstraZeneca in its patent infringement litigation appeal proceedings before the Supreme People’s Court against generic manufacturer Jiangsu Aosaikang pharmaceutical company.

In government and regulatory, the firm acted for seven Chinese leading pharmaceutical industry associations to carry out the evaluation of compliance management practice for Chinese enterprises.

Key clients include Adidas Sports, Standard Chartered Bank, Deutsche Bank, Hang Seng Bank, Red Bull, Budweiser and OPPO.

In 2023, the firm hired nine partners from firms including TianTong Law Firm, Baker McKenzie FenXun Law Firm, King & Wood Mallesons, Grandall Law Firm, SD & Partners and Zhong Lun Law Firm.

Client feedback

“[Did well] in collection of litigation-related materials, initiating litigation strategy and communication with clients.” – Construction

Kai Xiao

“Did well during the whole process of litigation services.”

Headquartered in Shanghai, Grandall Law Firm is a leading name in commercial dispute resolution, renowned for its expertise in arbitration, banking and finance, equity capital markets, aviation, real estate, competition law, and insurance.

Senior partner Zhengyu Yang is a key partner who specialises in commercial disputes.

Grandall represented Shanghai Jin Feng Wine, a historic enterprise originally established in 1954 as Shanghai First Food Store and restructured into a public company in 1992. The case arose when Xu et al. claimed inherited shareholder rights based on 1992 paper stocks allegedly owned by Xu’s father, asserting that his initial shareholder registration had been omitted. The plaintiffs also named the People’s Bank of China Shanghai Branch, the original listing authority, as a third party. Faced with missing archival records, partner Zhou Zheren and his team meticulously reconstructed the stock’s issuance history, analysing physical attributes, regulatory protocols, and issuance methods. Their efforts successfully disproved the plaintiffs’ claims, leading the court to rule in favour of Jin Feng Wine and reject the inheritance demand.

In a landmark equity transfer dispute valued at Rmb3.4 billion ($466 million), Grandall’s Nanjing office secured a decisive victory for World Group, a leading agricultural machinery company, against Thaihot Group, a former listed real estate firm. The dispute centred on a 2017 agreement requiring Thaihot to pay Rmb3.8 billion for full equity in a real estate project. Amid financial strain and a market downturn, Thaihot halted payments and sought to terminate the agreement. World Group filed suit to enforce a Rmb600 million instalment, while Thaihot countersued to reclaim Rmb2.8 billion already paid. After consolidating the cases, the Supreme People’s Court upheld most of World Group’s claims, rejecting Thaihot’s termination request and affirming the enforceability of the payment obligations.

Grandall’s Hangzhou office represented Hangzhou JinTou Group through a complex Rmb1.1 billion debt restructuring involving Dexin Real Estate and ZheShang Asset. The team resolved a mix of non-litigious negotiations and litigious proceedings, addressing intricate financial and legal challenges to stabilise the client’s position.

The firm defended China Merchants Bank’s Taiyuan branch in a negotiable instruments recourse dispute against Shanxi Property Group. It also represented Guizhou Kaili Rural Commercial Bank in a negotiable instruments financing clash with Hengfeng Bank’s Nantong branch. In another matter, Grandall acted for China Huateng in a circular trade dispute against Shanxi Jianbang Group and Shanxi Tongcai Industry.

The firm’s clients include financial institutions, state-owned enterprises, and multinational corporations, reflecting its broad sectoral influence. Collaborations across its Shanghai, Nanjing and Hangzhou offices, coupled with deep regulatory insights, solidify its reputation as a powerhouse in cross-industry dispute resolution.

Dispute resolution is one of the core practice areas of Grandway Law Offices and it is particularly good at handling commercial disputes. Gang Xie, head of the firm’s dispute resolution team, leads high stakes matters across arbitration and litigation.

During the research period, the firm advised Chengdu Santai Holdings in a Rmb560 million ($89 million) arbitration against Cheng Chun and represented Xingke Electronics in a Rmb3.2 billion litigation involving Wang Fei.

Another noteworthy deal is the firm acting for Zulong (Tianjin) Technology in a Rmb2.3 million arbitration against Jingqi Technology (Hong Kong).

Client feedback

"A go-to firm for high-stakes commercial litigation." – Commercial and transactions

"Reliable provider of annual legal advisory services." – Commercial and transactions

Junhui Pan

“Exceptional strategic acumen in commercial litigation.”

Juan Cao

“Proactive in aligning legal strategies with corporate risk management frameworks.”

Qiong Zhang

“Dedicated client service underpinned by meticulous attention to detail.”

The litigation and arbitration department of Guantao Law Firm is widely recognised by its peers. The firm handles a variety of complex disputes matters, being especially known for commercial and transactions-related disputes, such as high-value, complex corporate and commercial disputes, and insolvency, as well as regulatory matters.

Leiming Sheng and Shaosong Sun jointly lead its disputes team, with expertise in commercial and construction disputes as well as antitrust and arbitration. Wei Jiang is also singled out for his work in the construction space.

The law firm is representing the Beijing branch of China Huarong Asset Management in handling 11 litigation and enforcement cases involving financial non-performing debt recovery disputes, loan contract disputes, and enforcement of notarised creditor instruments. The disputed amount in each case exceeded Rmb200 million ($27.4 million), with the highest case involving nearly Rmb600 million.

The law firm is also representing Western Trust in litigation against debtors involving credit assignment contract disputes and subrogation disputes, with Guantao’s Xi’an and Hangzhou offices assisting in litigation preservation measures. A critical challenge in these cases is determining whether the legal nature of the credit assignment contracts is classified as private lending or financial lending, which directly impacts the judicial ceiling for interest and penalty protections.

The firm’s Shenzhen office represents a leading real estate development company in defending against a group litigation case filed by approximately 40 homeowners. The plaintiffs collectively allege damages due to false advertising, losses from prefabricated decoration, and penalties for delayed delivery. The case requires the firm to rapidly gather evidence and formulate defences amid voluminous case materials. A key challenge lies in the legal classification of prefabricated decoration – an innovative construction method with limited judicial precedents.

Key clients include Ping An Property Insurance, Shenzhen Bi'an Trend Technology, SZ DJI Technology and Walmart (China) Investment.

Hai Run Law Firm, headquartered in Beijing, was established in January 2018 through the merger of legacy firms Beijing Hairun Law Firm and Beijing Tianrui Law Firm. With over 300 lawyers spanning six offices nationwide, the firm has built a robust dispute resolution practice active in commercial litigation, intellectual property and insolvency matters.

Managing partners Jinlong Zhou and Huiyuan Luo, recognised for their commercial disputes expertise, anchor the team’s capabilities in high-stakes financial and contractual conflicts.

In a highlight matter last year, the firm represented investors in a consolidated series of over 10 lawsuits against a capital management company and its affiliated group, alleging breaches of fiduciary duty in fund investment contracts. The cases, involving both individual and corporate plaintiffs, centred on claims that fund managers failed to uphold their duty of care. On the intellectual property front, the team led by Yongheng Zhou handled several innovative patent infringement disputes, although details remain confidential due to client sensitivities.

The Xi’an office, spearheaded by Zitan Zhang, recently resolved a cluster of financing-related trade disputes, sales contract conflicts, and construction contract claims, with the total disputed amount surpassing Rmb100 million ($13.7 million). The firm’s banking client roster features prominent institutions such as Agricultural Bank of China, Bank of China, Minsheng Bank, Huaxia Bank, and China CITIC Bank.

Notably, Hai Run expanded its talent bench in 2024 with strategic hires in Beijing, including partners Jiang Bo, Xiong Chuan, and Kang Pu from Zhong Lun Law Firm; Wangshu Chen from Baker McKenzie FenXun; Fan Zhou from Haiwen & Partners; Chenghai Zheng from Jingtian & Gongcheng; and Yifei Zhang and Chang Cheng from Merits & Tree Law Offices.

The Xi’an office further strengthened its dispute resolution capabilities with key partner-level additions, reinforcing the firm’s national footprint in complex litigation.

Haiwen & Partners has a wide range of experience across commercial litigation and arbitration relating to the banking, construction and manufacturing industries. The firm is also active in intellectual property disputes.

Key individuals include Chao Yang, Huijuan Sun, Fan He for commercial disputes, and Qiang Ma for IP disputes.

One of the commercial and transactions case highlights over the research period sees the firm advising a wholly owned subsidiary of a large-scale state-owned enterprise (SOE) in a dispute arising from a cooperative development agreement. This case involves an SOE official’s abuse of power, potential challenge of the announcement of a listing company and the risk of losing a large amount of state assets.

Notable clients are AVIC International Aviation Development, Poly Mining and Mercedes-Benz (China).

Client feedback

“The workflow is professional and meticulous, and the preparation of pre-case search is very detailed. The lawyer in charge communicates with the client in a very timely manner and responds quickly to the client's questions and requests. Litigation materials are clearly written.” – Commercial arbitration

Huijuan Sun

“She has solid legal knowledge, professional skills and rich practical experience, and has a comprehensive and profound understanding of laws and regulations. We are able to provide strong legal support and high-quality legal services by skilfully applying legal provisions.

“She possesses a high degree of integrity, in the process of representing our cases she is able to provide legal advice honestly and truthfully to the client, and she will not conceal the actual situation of the case or give false promises to the client.

“She has a high degree of responsibility, in the process of representing our cases she does her utmost to strive for the best results for our company. At the same time, she can also take the initiative to take responsibility for timely communication with us, solve the problems in the case, and be responsible for the results of the case processing. The starting point of all her work is the interests of the client, in order to maximise the interests of the client.

“She has a rigorous work attitude and high sense of responsibility. Good at communication and coordination, with good interpersonal relationship and handling ability. Not only can she keep close contact with us and take the initiative to pass on the progress of the case, but also cooperates closely with various judicial organs and relevant experts to form a synergy to solve the problem.

“In court, she was able to accurately grasp the timing of the trial and calmly deal with various defence challenges, fully demonstrating her professionalism and excellent defence skills. In the defence, she was able to analyse the evidence rationally and objectively, refute the other side's viewpoints forcefully, and strove for favourable conditions for the success of the case through reasonable arguments.

“She provided timely and generous advice and explanation of laws and regulations related to the case.”

From its Beijing roots, Han Kun Law Offices has emerged as a dynamic force in China’s legal landscape, strategically expanding its lawyer headcount and geographic reach while cementing its reputation across sectors such as telecommunications, healthcare and retail. Renowned for its high-calibre work, the firm is a go-to adviser for complex commercial disputes, particularly in private equity and venture capital, where its innovative strategies and cross-industry insights set it apart.

The Beijing office is anchored by commercial litigation stalwarts Yaxing Zhang and Dong Liu, Yang You, Xianglin Chen and IP authority Yan Wang.

In one publishable flagship matter, the team represented the original shareholders of a subsidiary of a listed Chinese defence conglomerate in a high-stakes equity transfer dispute against a state-linked buyer, which weaponised criminal allegations and financial coercion to suppress the client’s rights. The case highlighted systemic risks faced by private entrepreneurs in regulated industries, where the buyer exploited its privileged position in a state-owned sector to threaten the client with personal liability and asset forfeiture.

On the IP front, Han Kun defends giants such as OPPO, Umicore and Baidu in infringement disputes, combining technical acumen with aggressive enforcement tactics.

Han Kun bolstered its national and international footprint in January 2022 by merging with Shanghai Young-Ben Law Firm, integrating its partners, departments and administrative teams. This was followed by setting up new offices in Haikou, Wuhan, Hong Kong and Singapore, enhancing its capacity to serve clients across Asia.

The Shanghai branch, an extension of Han Kun’s dispute resolution prowess, excels in commercial and IP litigation. One of the key partners, Wei Sun, represented a major state-owned airline in a high-stakes aircraft engine sales contract dispute exceeding Rmb10 million ($1.37 million). The client had listed three aircraft engines for transfer via the Beijing Equity Exchange, where a materials supplier (the plaintiff) submitted a bid and paid a security deposit. After disputes arose over transaction terms, the supplier sued the airline for alleged breaches.

The case centred on two pivotal issues: the binding force of equity exchange transaction rules and the legal nature of the security deposit under Chinese contract law. Han Kun’s team defended the airline by rigorously demonstrating compliance with the exchange’s publicly disclosed transfer procedures and reframing the deposit as a non-punitive performance guarantee. After contested first and second-instance proceedings, the court dismissed all claims against the client, affirming the validity of the exchange’s rules and rejecting the plaintiff’s interpretation of deposit forfeiture clauses.

Han Kun’s client roster spans industries and borders, including Guizhou Moutai Winery Group, Samsung, Estée Lauder, Sandvik and Sohu, alongside financial and tech leaders like Kraft Heinz and Baidu.

In 2024, the firm hired Yang Han from King & Wood Mallesons to strengthen the firm’s criminal law capacity.

Client feedback

“Highly professional, with exceptional experience in international arbitration. Their legal and practical expertise is first-rate, complemented by top-tier responsiveness and service attitude. The partners and team members demonstrate outstanding educational backgrounds, legal acumen and practical skills. The partners not only excel in legal and arbitration capabilities but also possess the strategic vision to align solutions with broader corporate objectives.” – International arbitration

“Han Kun provides reliable expertise in investment, financing, securities and financial matters, offering reasonable fees and high cost-effectiveness.” – Commercial arbitration

“Their profound understanding of cases and legal application led to an ideal arbitration outcome.” – Commercial arbitration

Xianglin Chen

“Chen Xianglin boasts extensive experience in international arbitration and dispute resolution, backed by elite legal knowledge and arbitration practice. His exceptional resources in cross-border arbitration (e.g. Singapore), coordination with arbitrators and institutions, and local office networks set him apart. He combines legal rigour with deep corporate insight, delivering solutions that address both legal and business priorities. Fully committed to client service, he ensures rapid responsiveness, manages teams with precision, and achieves high efficiency. His work – spanning legal research, evidence collection, procedural control, expert arbitrator coordination, and documentation – is impeccably executed. He successfully facilitated a favourable settlement for our company, significantly reducing costs and exceeding expectations.”

Xiaoming Deng

“Deng Xiaoming is widely recognised in the industry for his representation of commercial entities in securities-related disputes, earning high repute and influence. He stays ahead of judicial and industry trends, assisting clients with emerging, cutting-edge, and complex issues. Deng has led teams in resolving numerous groundbreaking securities and financial disputes, many of which lacked precedents and have drawn significant industry attention. His rare blend of practical expertise and theoretical depth, honed through participation in major research projects, allows him to engage directly with regulatory authorities, influencing the formulation and evolution of adjudication rules.”

Yaxing Zhang

“Zhang Yaxing represented our company in a commercial dispute with strong professional capabilities, securing an optimal resolution aligned with our objectives.”

Founded in 2010, Hengdu Law Firm is a comprehensive law firm that provides various legal services in 47 practice areas. The firm hosts more than 600 attorneys with 42 offices across China, which positions it to properly serve both domestic and international clients. The firm mainly devotes itself to commercial and transactional disputes, particularly active in areas such as capital markets and corporate and M&A.

Founding partner Fengtao Jiang specialises in litigation and IP and senior partner Chao Xi is an expert in commercial transactions and construction-related disputes.

During the research period, the firm acted for Nanjing Kuozhi against Xiamen Runjing in investment agreement and repurchase agreement disputes; and also acted for Henan Haiyun against Eagle Property and Eagle Real Estate in a premises lease agreement disputes.

Notable clients include Sinopec, China Mobile, China Telecom, China Construction Bank, CITIC and China Construction Bank.

Client feedback

“The feedback is timely and problem-solving ability is professional, and also the service attitude is very good. Overall, the firm can effectively solve our doubts and problems.” – Intellectual property

Hylands Law Firm is a full-service firm founded in 1990. With more than 20 offices in China, the firm serves its clients across commercial litigation, IP disputes and construction and real estate disputes.

Partner Yu Xu is a key individual in the firm’s dispute resolution practice and has extensive experience in commercial disputes, especially active in banking and finance-related matters.

During the research period, the firm represented Tahoe Investment Management (Kunshan) on an Rmb1 billion ($138 million) corporate bond transaction dispute against Shaoxing Zhongfu Holdings and Jinggong Group. The firm also acted for Shanghai Pangzeng Investment Management Center in a contract dispute case against Guangzhou Ruifeng Group.

Beijing Construction Engineering Group, Huzhou Ronghui Jiaheng Finance Leasing, Suzhou Gold Mantis Construction Decoration and Xinyi Investment Management Consulting (Tianjin) are key clients.

Jia Yuan Law Offices' dispute resolution team comprises over 40 professionals, including 13 partners. These experts are strategically located in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Xi'an, covering the north, east, south and west regions of China, respectively. This distribution ensures the firm can provide comprehensive and efficient legal services across the nation.

In a landmark case, Jia Yuan Law Offices represented the Xinyong Zhonghe Accounting Firm in a securities fraud lawsuit involving over 2,000 investors against LeEco. This case, the first of its kind heard by the Beijing Financial Court, was particularly complex due to the prolonged duration of the fraudulent statements, the high value of the litigation, and the numerous parties involved. Jia Yuan Law Offices meticulously reviewed extensive documentation and submitted evidence to the court, demonstrating that Xinyong Zhonghe had exceeded industry standards in IT auditing. The firm's innovative practices in IT auditing were specifically recognised in the court's judgment. Additionally, Jia Yuan argued that the firm's actions had a minimal impact on investor losses. Ultimately, the Beijing Financial Court ruled that Xinyong Zhonghe was only liable for 0.5% of the losses of investors who bought LeEco stock during a specific period, amounting to approximately Rmb5 million ($684,700).

In another significant case, Jia Yuan represented China Merchants Securities in a securities fraud lawsuit initiated by Guojin Securities. By thoroughly analysing the purpose and logic of the asset management plan, Jia Yuan argued that the case fundamentally differed from the precedent case and that there was no causal relationship between the fraudulent statements and the plaintiff's transactions or losses. The court dismissed the plaintiff's claims against China Merchants Securities, and the Shanghai High Court upheld this decision on appeal.

Client feedback

"Responds promptly with strong professional capabilities." – Intellectual property

"Works diligently and responsibly, provides detailed analyses, offers quick feedback, and exudes professional competence." – Intellectual property

Jingqian Wu
"Communicates timely and demonstrates strong professional expertise."

Huazhong Long
"Handles specific tasks with utmost diligence, responsibility, and professionalism; when consulted on matters beyond entrusted work, responds warmly and promptly with expert advice to resolve operational queries."

Full-service firm Jincheng Tongda & Neal represents a diverse group of clients in key litigation areas, such as commercial litigation, international arbitration, real estate and construction. The Beijing headquarters is especially active in finance, investment and general business-related disputes.

Zhen Zhao is one of the key contacts to note in its Beijing office and he mainly focuses on commercial disputes and construction and real estate. 

The firm has represented several influential cases, including representing Kangdexin Composites Group in the case of Rmb12.2 billion ($1.7 billion) misappropriation of funds dispute with Bank of Beijing and Kangde Investment Group. This case involves the issue of what kind of liability the Bank of Beijing, as a cash manager, should bear in the situation of Kangde Group, as a controlling shareholder, illegally occupying the funds of listed company Kangdexin Composite Materials Group Co. The case is of positive significance for the improvement of the regulatory system of China's financial capital market.

The firm’s key clients include Fivestar Holdings Group, Guangzhou Yunshuo Technology Development, Hanlin Hui Information Industry and Tianjin Haitai Investment Guarantee. 

Client feedback

“Responsible, good service, effective communication with the court, provided feedback at all stages of the proceedings.” – Intellectual property

“Good strategy preparation, evidence collection and performance in court.” – Intellectual property

Wei Liu

“Liu led all the cases and is very responsible, as can be seen from the preparation of evidence, preparation for court appearances and preparation of post-court opinions, all of which are very heartfelt.”

Haitao Sha

“Before the trial, he was very patient and methodical in sorting out the case; during the trial, he was well reasoned and talked about the case; after the trial, he actively prepared the materials required by the court and actively communicated with the court.”

Qihang Wang

“He provided timely feedback. From the drafting of the litigation strategy to pre-trial preparation, to the court feedback and communication with the court, he can provide a one-stop service.”

Jingtian & Gongcheng’s Beijing headquarters has won praise from the market as one of the leading commercial disputes firms. Its litigation team specialises in resolving legal matters relating to trade, investment, corporate business, finance and insurance. The firm is also growing its presence in the real estate and construction space.

Partner Chungang Dong is a key name within the dispute resolution group, and he is known for his capability in commercial disputes and international arbitration.

Among the general commercial disputes, the firm represented China High-Speed Railway Technology Co. in filing an arbitration against Henan Province Luozhou Border Highway Co. at the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission, at which the case was decided fully in the client’s favour. In another case sample, the team advised Shandong Gold Mining on the antitrust filing in respect of its acquisition of Yintai Gold. This case shows the latest position of the State Administration for Market Regulation on the gold mining industry and is expected to have a profound impact on the definition of relevant markets in the future antitrust filings of Shandong Gold and other similar gold mining enterprises.

In intellectual property, the firm represented CATL in an infringement of patent rights case with China Innovation Aviation Technology Co. and won the first instance judgment with a total award of Rmb14.16 million ($2 million).

On the international arbitration front, the team successfully secured dismissal for Zhong De Security in its securities fraud litigation arising from notable disclosure violations committed by Leshi Internet Information and Technology Corp., Beijing, and represented it in administrative investigation procedures. The financial fraud of Leshi, which lasted for 10 consecutive years, has made the case more profound and complex than others of its kind.

During the research period, the firm welcomed several new partners: Yanping Nie, Ganlin Lin, Yi Xu, Yingyuan Xue and Bei Wang.

The firm’s litigation clients include Aha Entertainment (Shanghai), Beijing Huaye Capital Holdings, Beijing Institute of Architectural Design, Guangdong Chigo Air Conditioning and Guangdong Guangzhou Daily Media.

Client feedback

“[Good at] patent search and good performance in court.” – Intellectual property

“The work was good, especially the expertise shown in the analysis of arbitration strategies and the search and selection of expert witnesses.” – International arbitration

Chunhui Fang

“Fang has a professional and technical background.”

Ke Hu

“Hu has a very good understanding of the international arbitration process and is very good at analysing the strategy of an arbitration case, etc. Although he would be appearing in court against the KC barristers in the UK, Hu actively expressed his own understanding of the case. He worked together with the KC barristers to make a proposal that will be most beneficial to the client in the face of the lawsuit.”

JunHe, a Beijing-headquartered full-service law firm, is highly regarded for its commercial and intellectual property disputes. The commercial disputes team regularly acts for banking, investment, and insolvency litigation matters, while the IP team is active on trademark, copyright and anti-unfair competition.

Key partners include commercial dispute specialists Yanli Zheng and Weining Zou, Elvis Zhou as well as labour and employment practitioner Hongjuan Bai.

The firm’s involvement in commercial disputes include representing a geothermal energy development joint venture between a Sinopec subsidiary and Iceland's Arctic Green Energy in petitioning for administrative reconsideration, to successfully withdraw the local government's administrative decision to rescind the franchise agreement and revoke the administrative licence for franchise. The firm also assisted Golden Arche in winning the second instance of a lawsuit regarding environment protection and public welfare.

On the IP front, the firm represented tech giant Amazon in the final trial of the patent invalidation case before the Intellectual Property Court of the Supreme People's Court. The firm’s patent team received two final judgments from the Intellectual Property Court of the Supreme People's Court, which upheld two invalidation decisions made by the Patent Re-examination Board of the State Intellectual Property Office and the first instance decisions with respect to such invalidation decisions made by the Beijing Intellectual Property Court and upheld the invalidation of two patents of a non-practicing entity company.

The firm’s dispute resolution team has had a noticeable growth in the past few years, with Xiao (Arthur) Dong and Huili (Vicky) Zhao joining from AnJie Broad Law Firm as partners, Jia (David) Gu joining from TianTong Law Firm, as well as Zhengdong Liu and Chenghao Li who joined from MHP Law Firm as partners. Partners Chenguang (Leon) Liu and Bo (Carol) Sun from YuandaWinston complete the recent additions. The firm’s IP team, additionally, has welcomed Junlin Pan from Mingsu Law Firm as a partner.

The firm’s recent client roster includes Xiaomi, Export and Import Bank of China (Jiangxi branch), JLG Industries, Mendes SA and Oceanwide Holdings.

Beijing-headquartered JunZeJun Law Firm is a full-service law firm that has a total of 19 offices in China. Its dispute resolution team is active in commercial and contract-related conflicts, cross-border matters, local arbitration proceedings and government procurement disputes.

In its Beijing office, notable key contacts include partner Weigang Shi, who is active in commercial disputes matters, and managing partner Xiuming Tao, who is active in financial litigation and international arbitration.

During the research period, lawyers who have joined the firm as partners include Qixiao Cai, Zekai Xiong and Dai Han.

Notable IP clients include Dyson Technology, Guangzhou Duoyi Network, Guangzhou Ewan Network Technology and Shanghai Ewan Information Technology Group.

King & Wood Mallesons maintains its position as one of the dominant players in China’s legal market, and its Beijing headquarters is highly praised by peers and clients. The Beijing litigation teams are particularly sought after by major domestic and international banks, leading financial institutions, government-linked companies and other multinational companies in China. The firm is also well-recognised for its work in international arbitration, asset management and securities litigation and compliance.

With over 100 partners and more than 400 lawyers, the team is among the largest in China. Key Beijing partners include commercial disputes partners Shouzhi Zhang and Yuwu Liu and IP disputes partners Zhongsheng Li and Jing Xu.

During the research period, the firm represented Industrial Bank, one of the defendants, in the collective redress case arising from securities misrepresentation brought by bond investors. In the case, the issuer Dalian Machine Tool Group Corporation issued super and short-term commercial paper in the inter-bank market, with Industrial Bank acting as the lead underwriter. Due to the failure to pay timely the principal and interest of the bond, the investor filed a lawsuit, seeking to hold Industrial Bank and other intermediaries liable for the issuer’s misrepresentation. The case involves disputes such as whether the misrepresentation infringement system applies to bonds issued in the inter-bank market, how to determine misrepresentation following the cancellation of pre-suit condition, and the determination of causation in transaction. There is no precedent for these disputes.

In government and regulatory, the firm previously advised a Chinese bank on handling the ESG investigation initiated by the Office of the Compliance Advisor/Ombudsman (CAO), the environmental and social responsibility supervisory body of the World Bank Group. This case is the first in which the CAO has received complaints against a Chinese enterprise and involves the International Finance Corporation’s largest and most controversial equity investment in China. The firm is adept at finding practical solutions in complex compliance investigations, ranging from those conducted by the US regulators under the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, multilateral development banks, and those conducted by Chinese administrative enforcement authorities and criminal prosecution authorities.

In international arbitration, the firm represented a renowned South Korean cosmetics company in multiple distribution contract disputes with its domestic distributor. The case involved complex and emerging practical challenges, including asset preservation of goods (notoriously difficult to execute), the transfer of e-commerce platform distribution rights, and the coordination of asset preservation and arbitration procedures between Hong Kong and mainland China. Through a multi-jurisdictional arbitration strategy, the team facilitated a comprehensive settlement for the client, successfully recovering disputed goods and minimising financial losses.

KWM's clients include PRC companies, international companies, large financial institutions, and governmental and non-governmental organisations.

The firm opened new offices in Shanghai’s Lin-gang, Changchun in Hunan and Wuxi, Jiangsu last year.

Client feedback

“Deep and thorough understanding of cases and claims, excellent performance in courtroom debates.” – Commercial and transactions

“Capital markets legal services, resolution of major case disputes, and assisting in corporate commercial negotiations.” – Energy

“Meticulous pre-trial preparation, fluent responses during trial, and timely post-trial feedback.” – Financial and banking services

“Thoroughly familiar with applicable regulations, standards, and requirements in the medical industry, able to provide operational experience from other clients in the industry for reference, offering solutions that are more reasonable, practical, and efficient.” – Government and regulatory

“Legal analysis, courtroom skills, and sense of responsibility are all excellent.” – Securities

Niannian Wang, Yi Yang, Yuyang Li
“Utilised their expertise to complete the matters entrusted under this agreement, maximising the protection of the company’s legal rights and interests in accordance with the law.”

Lingyun Liu
“Provided professional consultation in the early stages. Experienced in litigation, capable of formulating strong defence strategies, and very responsible and patient in communication.”

“Professional, meticulous and dedicated, with effective courtroom performance.”

Haitao Liu
“Very experienced in compliance issues in the healthcare field, providing practical and effective solutions based on communication with regulatory agencies and understanding of legislation and policies. Risk alerts and analysis are accurate and objective, helping clients better understand relevant risks and take corresponding precautions.”

Lantai Partners is a Beijing-based full-service firm dedicated specifically to commercial and financial litigation legal work. Its dispute resolution practice covers various types of contractual disputes, commercial and corporate disputes, bank loans and guarantee disputes, and construction contract disputes. The firm has also established a compliance department, which is a cross-departmental team dedicated to the legal work of compliance-related research and businesses.

Xiaomin Yao and Qing Wang are key figures for commercial disputes. 

Some of the commercial disputes during the research period include acting for CNNC Jianzhong Nuclear Fuel in a contract dispute against Sichuan Xinpeng Real Estate Development; advising the Xiamen branch of China CITIC Bank on a series of financial loan contract disputes against Xiamen Yuansheng Real Estate and Xiamen Yongrong Real Estate; and acting for Tongfang Investment in an arbitration case of entrusted financial management agreement dispute.

The firm’s dispute resolution team has welcomed Jinchuan Luo, Yingjuan Guo and Yunfeng Du in the past 12 months.

Key clients include China Development Bank, China Construction Bank, CITIC Trust and Minmetals International Trust.

Lifang & Partners’ core strength lies in intellectual property, and it enjoys a stellar reputation in the telecommunications, industrial manufacturing, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and alternative energy and new media spaces. Guanbin Xie is a key contact for IP disputes.

Client feedback

“The team’s preliminary and on-site investigations are more detailed than those of other law firms. They finished their investigation in a detailed and careful way. Regarding network and resources, Li Fang is a nationally recognised law firm with good resources across the country. The firm is also familiar with the courts and assists in helping to negotiate with clients to the best of their ability.” – Intellectual property

Bin Zhang

“Zhang is very professional, especially in helping our company to achieve success in a case in Zhejiang province. Many times after this he helped us coordinate and communicate the case in court, and many times attended to help us negotiate with the customer. In the end, we settled the case for Rmb15.8 million.”

Known for its stellar intellectual property practice, Liu Shen & Associates has breadth and depth of capability to provide clients with the full spectrum of IP-related legal services, including patents and trademarks, copyright and anti-unfair competition. The firm is well placed to advise clients across a balanced spread of contentious and non-contentious IP work, with exceptional strength in patent-related matters.

Fengbo Tao heads the team that includes partners Qing Ge, Kai Yang and Guanyang Yao.

In late 2021, the firm represented Aux Group in a patent infringement case. The amount of damages in this case was the peak of patent infringement litigation in the field of home appliances, and the method of calculating damages for patent infringement now provides guidelines for patent infringement litigation.

In addition, the firm acted for Samsung against Huawei in patent licensing litigation. The case dealt with complex legal issues such as the identification of patents and trademarks, the appraisal of communications and software technologies, and the application of FRAND rules. The firm also represented Aux against Gree in patent infringement litigation, and advised Aegis Luxembourg in a dispute regarding patent invalidation.

Shihui Partners’ dispute resolution team occupies a pivotal role within the firm, distinguished by its ability to navigate high-stakes cross-border conflicts. Comprising over 20 seasoned lawyers with prior experience at leading domestic and international firms, the team combines elite academic credentials from top global law schools with a track record of delivering innovative strategies and precise insights. Their deep technical expertise enables them to unravel intricate legal challenges, securing optimal outcomes for clients across industries.

Key names are Yulong Lai, Jiayu (Shirley) Zhang and Jingwei Guo.

The team adeptly handles disputes across the electric vehicle (EV) lifecycle – from manufacturer-supplier conflicts and end-user claims to compliance reviews and cross-border data governance – leveraging hard-won expertise to address the sector’s evolving legal complexities.

During the research period, partner Lai Yulong’s team at the firm successfully represented Jinshundong Investment Management Co., a subsidiary of JD Group, in securing dismissals of all claims across 11 consolidated lawsuits filed by individual investors in the Shenzhen Qianhai Court. The disputes arose from alleged losses tied to investments in a private equity fund, with plaintiffs suing both the fund’s general partner and its financial adviser. Shihui Partners defended the financial adviser, arguing that the plaintiffs failed to substantiate liability under contractual and regulatory frameworks. Through meticulous analysis of fund documentation and investment protocols, the team demonstrated compliance with disclosure obligations and risk management practices, leading to a full victory. The court rejected all claims against the client, reinforcing the adviser’s adherence to fiduciary standards and shielding the client from substantial financial exposure.

The firm’s robust client portfolio spans multinational corporations, Fortune Global 500 enterprises, and major state-owned entities. Key clients include JD Group, Huawei, Tencent (TMT/new economy), Banyan Capital, Qiming Venture Partners, Bank of China International (financial institutions/investment funds, Mitsui, Volvo and Richemont Group (multinationals). Over the past 12 months, Shihui has deepened its foothold in emerging sectors, forging partnerships with EV leaders such as NIO, Huawei Auto, and Volvo.

In 2025, the firm’s partner Mingze Jiang moved to Wintell & Co.

Client feedback

“Responsive, with a strong grasp of securities matters and adept at resolving complex litigation challenges for clients.” – Securities

Starrise Law Firm, founded in 2020, has quickly become a leader in resolving complex, cross-disciplinary disputes, particularly those involving criminal, civil and administrative law. The firm combines deep legal expertise with innovative strategies to address high-stakes commercial, financial and compliance-related conflicts.

Notable cases include defending a state-owned bank subsidiary in a Rmb3.9 billion ($534 million) fraud case, securing full recovery of losses through criminal litigation and civil recovery procedures. Starrise also represented a P2P lending platform accused of usury and illegal fundraising, successfully arguing for case dismissal at the appellate stage by exposing procedural violations in evidence collection.

Starrise also represented a chemical manufacturer in a pollution-related criminal case, negotiating a settlement combining fines with environmental remediation commitments to avoid criminal charges for executives.

Representative clients include Microsoft China, JD Group, Sinopec, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China, Didi, and state-owned enterprises.

Tian Yuan Law Firm is a full-service law firm with a strong presence in commercial, intellectual property, and construction disputes. The firm has approximately 100 practitioners in its litigation department nationwide, with the Beijing office housing the largest number of lawyers and handling the most complex and high-stakes cases. The Beijing office is renowned for its expertise in corporate, regulatory, securities, and insolvency disputes.

Xiaodong Zhu is a key contact for commercial disputes in the Beijing office.

In the realm of commercial and transactional law, Tian Yuan Law Firm has represented the China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission and Anbang Insurance Group in legal disputes involving Anbang Group, its actual controller, relevant debtors, and financiers. These cases, which exceed Rmb27 billion, span three major legal fields: criminal, civil, and administrative law.

The firm also represented Beijing Kunlun Trust in a financial loan dispute with Baoneng Group and advised state-owned energy group Beijing Jingmei Group and Beijing Jintai Zhongyang Real Estate Development on joint counter-guarantee settlement disputes arising from a guaranteed Rmb1.6 billion financing for a real estate project in Beijing's Fengtai district.

In intellectual property, the IP team represented Jilin Zhongyan Polymer Materials, the largest PEEK manufacturer in China, in a patent infringement case against Solvay America. This case was selected as one of the top 10 model cases of intellectual property rights in the Shenzhen Court. The team also advised China Tianchen Engineering on a series of trade secret infringement and ownership disputes against the multinational Japanese chemical company Asahi Kasei Corporation.

Notable clients of Tian Yuan Law Firm include Beijing Global World Education Technology, Beijing Hebei Building, Beijing Hualian Comprehensive Supermarket, CDB Finance, Cinda Hong Kong, and Huawei Technology.

Other key clients include Beijing Education Star Technology, Hengtai Securities, Hongjun Industrial Development, NavInfo, and Shengjing Bank.

Client feedback

"Delivers effective dispute resolution solutions for complex multi-jurisdictional commercial cases, providing systematic legal strategies from integrated business-legal perspectives with prompt responsiveness. Excels in mobilising cross-disciplinary resources to assemble specialised teams for comprehensive client support." – Commercial and transactions

"Consistently exceptional service." – Commercial and transactions

"Combines prompt responsiveness with technical precision." – Financial and banking services

"Excels in regulatory communication, leveraging legal and policy frameworks to secure client interests. Tian Yuan's cross-departmental collaboration ensures cohesive, high-impact solutions." – Government and regulatory

"Negotiates effectively with regulators through administrative law mastery, achieving optimal outcomes via persuasive legal and logical advocacy." – Government and regulatory

"Ensures cost-effective, efficient communication." – Securities

"Exhibits rigorous case preparation, simulating trial scenarios and aligning strategies with judicial trends. Provides timely, client-centred solutions through in-depth research of complex case jurisprudence." – Securities

"Delivers exemplary service in corporate law, real estate disputes, and construction litigation." – Real estate

"Possesses acute awareness of governmental policies and sectoral regulations, proactively addressing client needs through thorough research and decisive problem-solving." – Government and regulatory
"The firm's litigation team demonstrates exceptional proficiency in administrative dispute resolution, crafting tailored strategies that prompt substantive governmental resolutions. In a landmark case, attorney Luo Xianzhong's team mediated a settlement between our company and regulatory authorities, securing optimal outcomes while earning administrative and judicial recognition." – Government and regulatory

"Handles labour disputes and fund exit strategies." – Labour and Employment

"Develops diverse, client-centric solutions with meticulous pre-litigation analysis and preparation." – Construction engineering

"Diligent pre-trial communication and case assessment." – Construction engineering

"Attorney Luo Xianzhong's team, assigned by Tian Yuan, exemplifies diligence and client-focused strategy formulation, leveraging robust coordination capabilities and operational efficiency." – Commercial and transactions

"Provided comprehensive counsel for a high-risk cross-border litigation involving a red-chip structure and US SEC filings, achieving pre-trial dismissal of claims against our company. Successfully lifted a consumption restriction order through judicially validated preparations." –Commercial and transactions

"Offers meticulously detailed legal resolutions grounded in authoritative regulatory expertise." – Commercial arbitration

"Demonstrates exceptional proficiency in handling rare, high-stakes cross-border insolvency cases involving offshore evidence and jurisdictions (Hong Kong, US, Cayman Islands, BVI). Maintains efficient dialogue with domestic courts, exemplified in the Daily Fresh bankruptcy proceedings." – Bankruptcy

"Combines timeliness with technical expertise." – Insurance

Guanxiong Wu
"Provides exemplary ongoing legal counsel in capital markets and dispute resolution, coordinating firm-wide resources to deliver integrated solutions. Attorney Wu's profound expertise and professional integrity ensure sustained high-quality service across years of collaboration."

Yang Chen
"Delivers premium legal services in asset investment and acquisitions. Attorney Yang's deep industry experience, commercial acumen and commitment enable efficient risk mitigation, complex problem-solving, and strategic negotiations."

Yan Zhang
"Offers continuous excellence in general corporate counsel and post-investment management advisory services."

Ze Wang
"Ensures prompt and professional client engagement."

Ran Li
"Provides day-to-day legal support and demand letters."

Manxi (Crystal) Zhang
"Issues legally sound demand letters."

Zhuo Chen
"Exemplifies professionalism and dedication."

Ze Wang
"Facilitates seamless communication with technical precision and clarity."

"Maintains professional, accessible client engagement."

Jing Zhang
"Responds swiftly to client inquiries, prioritising needs with utmost commitment."
"Acts as both mentor and partner in client growth journeys."

Xianzhong Luo
"Serves as our retained counsel and strategic adviser, overseeing critical operational matters including licensing, bidding, compliance and governmental approvals. Attorney Luo's involvement in key business decisions ensures legal alignment."
"Tian Yuan and attorney Luo's team exhibit unparalleled expertise in tax law and administrative litigation, securing elevated jurisdictional status for a precedent-setting complex case. Their advocacy earned judicial commendation."
"Leveraging decades of administrative litigation experience, attorney Luo devised evidence-backed strategies that prompted higher court intervention, achieving favourable case elevation."
"Formulates client-advantageous solutions through seasoned expertise, ensuring maximal corporate interest protection."

"Serves as long-term corporate and project-specific counsel, providing holistic legal support for real estate development and regulatory compliance. Resolves administrative disputes through compliance audits, penalty hearings, and litigation."
"Secured optimal outcomes in investment disputes with Jiangxi Yintan authorities through administrative law and financing expertise, aligning strategies with project realities."

Keyi Chen
"Collaborated with attorney Luo as co-counsel, excelling in court coordination, documentation, and trial proceedings. As part of our retained legal team, Chen provides extensive daily operational support."
"Complemented attorney Luo's efforts through efficient court liaison and trial participation, demonstrating commendable professionalism."

Yandan Zhuang
"Co-counselled with attorney Luo, delivering meticulous case management and high-efficiency judicial communication. Provides legally grounded recommendations aligned with client objectives."

Weihua Ji
"Resolves high-risk, high-complexity legal challenges with streamlined, lawful solutions. Combines profound understanding of Chinese law and policy to deliver strategic, actionable counsel through responsive communication."

Rui Gao
"Delivers specialised litigation strategies and consultations, maintaining prompt communication and rigorous dedication."
"Consistently excellent service."

Zhuo Chen
"Excels in managing intricate cases through client-aligned strategies, achieving outstanding outcomes."

Yeye Zheng
"Conducts exhaustive case preparation and research, delivering tailored litigation strategies and responsive client solutions."

Beijing-headquartered TianTong Law Firm is a widely recognised litigation boutique in the country. In particular, it focuses on major and complex commercial dispute resolution before the highest level of court in China. Since its establishment in 2002, the total value of commercial cases handled by the firm has reached tens of billions of yuan, and 30 cases have been selected as landmark cases by the Supreme People's Court of China.

Partner Yaoquan Chen is a leading and respected figure in the market, mainly known for commercial disputes.

During the research period, the firm represented Foton Motor in a share rights transfer case with great deal value. It also assisted a heavy industry company win a processing contract case, resolving a dispute that had been going on for more than 10 years.

Key clients include the People's Bank of China, Electric Group, Dalian Wanda Group and Evergrande Group.

Client feedback

“TianTong Law Firm once provided services for our company in an equity transfer dispute, including arbitration and enforcement procedures, and helped our company successfully recover the transfer price and corresponding liquidated damages in full. During the period, I was deeply impressed by its lawyers’ ability to adapt in court and the work mechanism of sorting out and summarising after court.” – Commercial and transactions

“With a solid legal foundation and careful work, the firm is able to provide high-quality services for dispute cases.” – Commercial and transactions

Hao Li

“Solid legal knowledge, highly professional, exceptionally eloquent, detail-oriented when it comes to case analysis, and able to provide professional legal services for controversial cases.”

Zhen Wang

“Highly professional and responsive with good teamwork coordination.”

Tiger Partners is a young boutique law firm founded in December 2019, focusing on civil and commercial dispute resolution for Chinese enterprises, financial institutions and foreign corporations.

Founding partner Yuxuan Liu is active in litigation relating to private equity, company equity and control rights, media and entertainment, real estate and construction projects.

The firm is advising a subsidiary of an investment institution that is requesting a state-owned financial institution to vacate the property and pay a royalty fee for possession. It is also working with a domestic environmental sanitation enterprise to file a lawsuit over an equity transfer dispute.

Notable clients include Youdu Xiaoman Finance, Paradise Silicon Valley, Yuanjing Venture Capital, Tiger Securities, Guoke Investment and Qiqin Technology.

The firm hired Zoe Zhang from Zhong Lun Law Firm’s dispute resolution team.

Headquartered in Beijing, W&H Law Firm is renowned for its expertise in bankruptcy law. The practice serves a diverse clientele, including large and medium-sized state-owned enterprises, government agencies, financial institutions, public institutions, multinational corporations, foreign-invested enterprises, private companies, high-tech firms and internet platforms.

The team has shown exceptional performance in litigation, arbitration and the enforcement of notarised creditor instruments, particularly in high-stakes financing disputes, real estate sales and leasing conflicts, construction engineering disputes, private lending and guarantee contract disputes, and tort litigation.

W&H Law Firm represented Industrial Bank in a groundbreaking collective redress lawsuit involving bond investors’ claims against Dalian Machine Tool Group Corporation. The case addressed novel legal questions, such as the applicability of misrepresentation liability to bonds traded in China’s inter-bank market and the determination of causation in bond transactions – issues that had not been previously addressed by the courts.

In the intellectual property sector, the team defended Samsung in high-stakes patent infringement disputes in China, setting new standards for cross-border IP enforcement. They also represented Midea in a trade secret dispute recognised by the Guangdong High Court, reinforcing judicial standards for corporate confidentiality protections.

Over the past year, the firm has further strengthened its capabilities by adding four senior partners: Fengmin Lu, Ji Shao, Jianyao Shan, and Bin Wu. These additions enhance the firm's expertise and solidify its position as a leader in complex dispute resolution within China’s dynamic commercial landscape.

Zhong Lun Law Firm retains its prestigious standing as a leading force in litigation within China. Based in Beijing, its headquarters excels in various specialised areas and consistently garners top rankings across multiple categories, including commercial disputes, construction and real estate, international arbitration and intellectual property.

Key figures at the firm, such as Lijun Cao, Xiangwen Liu, and Ping Gu, are highly respected for their expertise in international arbitration, commercial disputes and intellectual property, respectively.

In the realm of international arbitration, the team handled significant cases during the research period, such as representing a major Chinese infrastructure company in initiating investment and commercial arbitration for a project in Ghana. They also acted on behalf of a state-owned metallurgy enterprise in a $25 million international arbitration case and the enforcement of a Singapore International Arbitration Centre award against a Pakistani public-listed steel company. Additionally, they represented affiliates of a Chinese publicly listed company in three International Chamber of Commerce arbitration cases related to a stadium project in Qatar for the FIFA 2022 World Cup.

Within the construction and real estate sector, the firm represented China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation in a substantial oil pipeline construction dispute adjudicated by the Supreme People's Court, involving a value exceeding Rmb200 million ($27.6 million). They also handled litigation proceedings for Beijing Shougang International Engineering Technology in a case before the Xinjiang High People's Court and the Supreme People's Court regarding a letter of guarantee in an overseas construction project, marking a groundbreaking litigation involving a bank and an applicant of independent guarantee arising from a contract of issuance of independent guarantee in China.

In the field of intellectual property, the team managed several high-profile cases on behalf of prominent companies. They represented Qiaodan Sports in notable disputes involving celebrity name and reputation rights against Michael Jeffery Jordan, currently ongoing in the Shanghai Second Intermediate People's Court, as well as in various trademark administrative cases in Beijing IP courts. This series of cases represents one of the most extensive trademark disputes in the history of trademark administrative litigation in China.

Notable clients of Zhong Lun Law Firm include Beijing Benz Automotive, Cinda Financial Leasing, Founder Technology Group, Guangdong Huaxing Bank and Shenzhen Prosunpro Solar Energy.

Client feedback

“[They provided] business model compliance review and long-term legal advice in our business.” – Commercial and transactions

“The sorting and argumentation of evidence, as well as courtroom debate, are well done, respecting client needs.” – Commercial and transactions

“They specialise in grasping the essence of business and commerce, providing legal advice that aligns with business logic. This sets them apart as a rare professional who offers practical legal opinions beyond mere legal prowess.

“In addition to delving into legal principles, they excel in conducting comprehensive analyses of all factors influencing case outcomes. Subsequently, they devise the most advantageous litigation strategy for the client.

“Their approach is proactive and thorough. Following the case's conclusion, they take the initiative to discuss with clients the risk factors within their contracts and operational practices, along with suggestions for enhancements.” – Competition/antitrust

“Good at compliance.” – Construction

“Zhong Lun Law Firm is one of the top law firms in China, with thousands of lawyer team members around the world, who are professional leaders and leading experts in various fields. Zhong Lun lawyers have strong professionalism, deep understanding and insight into business, and are able to provide rapid feedback and help clients find feasible solutions. When dealing with major difficult and complex legal affairs and disputes, they were able to output high-quality legal advice and service results.” – Government and regulatory

“Professional ability is very strong, and it belongs among the top co-operative law firms. Daily feedback is very efficient, and understands the needs of customers, thinks what customers think, and urgent is the customer's urgent. Communication is very pleasant.” – Intellectual property

“Provided professional litigation representation with timely responses.” – Intellectual property

“The lawyers of this team were able to complete the complicated facts in a rigorous and serious manner, quickly summarise the focus of the dispute, put forward targeted solutions and design a comprehensive strategy for responding to the lawsuit, and efficiently responded to the legal service needs of our company. The firm's offer was comparable to the legal services it provided, and the billing was transparent and reasonable.” – Securities

Xiangming Yi

“Yi is an excellent learner, showing versatility and the capacity to grasp industry-specific knowledge while providing legal advice that aligns with the business's rationale. He is a committed and attentive attorney who proactively communicates with clients about potential risks in their contracts and operational tactics, even after a case concludes. He offers strategies for enhancement, establishing himself as a reliable legal ally for clients who value his continued support. My own experience, along with the feedback from other in-house legal colleagues who have collaborated with Yi, affirm that entrusting matters to Yi Xiangming comes with a sense of certainty and no unexpected outcomes. We believe that such reliability is a form of high commendation for an attorney specialising in dispute resolution.”

“[Good at] compliance.”

Xiangwen Liu

“Liu Xiangwen led his team to provide legal services to our company for the construction of a compliance management system over the past three years. In addition to assisting the company to deal with the construction of various systems and mechanisms, he also fully mobilised and coordinated the resources of all parties in the areas of management performance, corporate governance, anti-monopoly, anti-commercial bribery, business partners, labour and employment, IPO compliance, environmental protection, and data compliance, which helped the company in the construction and improvement of its special areas of compliance. With the help and assistance of Zhonglun Law Firm, the company has also successfully passed the ISO37301 compliance management system certification, which is the first certification licence in their industry.”

Baosheng Zhang, Cui Wu

“Wu possesses a deep legal foundation, having earned degrees from Peking University and other notable institutions, where he benefited from a solid legal education and stringent, professional scholarly training. His practical experience is extensive; he has provided representation to over 70 listed companies, securities firms, and other intermediaries, skilfully navigating through a multitude of investor-initiated securities litigations. Specialising in securities compliance and litigation, Wu has honed his expertise in this area, enabling him to deliver adept legal services for both current and anticipated securities compliance and litigation needs for our company.”

Yuru Zuo

“Provided compliance and legal analysis and solutions for business models.”

Qi Zhang

“Understands the client's needs, digs deep for useful evidentiary material, favourable courtroom arguments.”

Yu Li

“[Good at] trademark Infringement litigation, prosecution, trademark invalidation, revocation and providing trademark dispute overall solution.”

Lijing Wang

“Communication is comfortable, personable, and professional knowledge is strong.”

Gang Zhao

“In response to our requirements for legal advocacy, Zhao provided prompt legal analysis and strategy. He represented our interests effectively in civil court proceedings.”

Dongxiao Ma

“[Good at] trademark Infringement litigation, procecution, and providing trademark dispute overall solution.”

“Good at representing in court.”

Zhong Wen Law Firm was founded in 2001 and is a large law firm that provides comprehensive legal services. The firm has offices in 18 cities globally and employs nearly 2,000 staff.

The firm’s bankruptcy sector is led by Jijun Zhang. He has been involved in several restructuring projects involving debts exceeding hundreds of millions of yuan.

Bai Xiao is highly active in international arbitration.

Last year, Zhang’s team represented an A-share listed company in an international arbitration case at the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre concerning a joint venture contract dispute. The opposing party was a well-known Japanese company, and the dispute involved approximately Rmb270 million. This case is a typical joint venture contract dispute and holds significant reference value.

The case occurred during a transitional period when the new Foreign Investment Law had just come into effect, and the Law on Sino-Foreign Equity Joint Ventures had expired, with related supporting regulations not yet fully established. The case also addressed the scope of the arbitration agreement clause in the joint venture contract and the arbitrability of the disputed issues, which are particularly common in Sino-foreign joint venture disputes. Therefore, this case serves as a landmark example in Chinese Sino-foreign joint venture arbitration, offering valuable insights for Chinese enterprises and foreign investors setting up joint ventures.

Last year, the firm hired five partners from Grandall Law Firm, Du Zheng Law Firm, Hengdu Law Firm, Hui Ye Law Firm and Merits & Tree Law Offices.

Client feedback

"Demonstrates high professional competence among lawyers. In delivering every legal service, team members fulfil their roles with close coordination, exemplifying collaborative teamwork and prioritising professional service excellence." – Real estate

Song Yang

"Possesses exceptional client communication skills and outstanding professional expertise. Specialises in litigation within real estate and construction engineering, with profound and unique practical experience in the field."

Tingru Wang

"Focuses on litigation in real estate and construction engineering, as well as public relations management for social incidents. Combines robust professional competence with strong communication and coordination capabilities."

Zhong Yin Law Firm is highly experienced in bankruptcy reorganisation and liquidation, with a strong focus on dissolution and liquidation, bankruptcy liquidation, reorganisation, reconciliation, enterprise restructuring, debt restructuring, and the resettlement of employees from state-owned enterprises and related legal matters.

Notable figures at the firm include Xiaoyu Liu, Songzhe Zheng, Xinjian Yuan, Lihua Deng, and Yu Wang.

Among the publishable matters, the team is representing Singapore's Santai Group in over a dozen rights protection litigations initiated simultaneously in mainland China and Singapore, involving patent rights, trade secrets, malicious litigation, and embezzlement. The firm successfully reclaimed five core patents, maintaining a competitive advantage in a market worth billions of yuan, and pursued criminal liability for the chief technology officer and civil compensation for the chief business officer.

Previously, the firm represented Shanxi Juli Minsheng Natural Gas Reserve Co. in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei LNG Peaking Reserve Center project, utilising the EPC general contracting method for the public tender. This project involves local government investment, consortium bidding and tight deadlines, and it is the largest inland LNG project.

In insolvency matters, the firm served as the bankruptcy manager for the merger and bankruptcy reorganisation cases of Hongye Chemical Industry Group and 28 other enterprises. Additionally, they have handled the bankruptcy liquidation case of Beijing Tianrui Xiaguang Technology Development and provided advice on the bankruptcy reorganisation case of Tangshan Fuqiang Real Estate Development.

Some of the firm's key clients include China Minsheng Bank (Tianjin branch), Shandong Baisheng Biotechnology, Shandong Yucheng Huaxin Investment, Shenji Group Kunming Machine Tool and Zhonghang Shixin Energy Saving Technology (Beijing).

Client feedback
"Demonstrates profound legal expertise coupled with strong client service orientation. Proactively delivers comprehensive legal solutions with exceptional professionalism in litigation and arbitration proceedings, showcasing seasoned courtroom skills and extensive experience." – Commercial arbitration

"Maintains thorough communication to understand client needs, resolve practical issues, and preemptively identify operational risks. Combines technical precision with rapid responsiveness, demonstrating unwavering commitment to tackling complex challenges." – Commercial arbitration
"Attorney Gao Jinghe’s team exhibits strategic clarity in IP enforcement litigation while providing technical support for R&D processes. Their agile adaptation to judicial inquiries and opposing arguments in court, coupled with post-case compliance optimisation services, reflects robust multidisciplinary capabilities." – Intellectual property

"Exemplifies specialisation and dedication." – Intellectual property

"Zhong Yin Law Firm anchored our operations within legal frameworks, enabling precise rights delineation and dispute resolution while deepening our understanding of industry symbiosis. Their collaborative efforts culminated in the landmark mediation of 14 patent infringement and unfair competition disputes, which not only upheld market order but also advanced innovation-driven economic development. This achievement earned recognition among the 100 Exemplary Cases Commemorating the Fifth Anniversary of the Intellectual Property Tribunal of the Supreme People's Court, setting a precedent for judicial wisdom in fostering new quality productive forces." – Intellectual property

"Champions excellence by fearlessly innovating in complex IP cases. Delivers tailored solutions while generating groundbreaking precedents for industry advancement." – Intellectual property

"Exceptional professionalism and remarkable dedication." – Labour and employment

"Attorney Zhuang demonstrates dual expertise in legal and construction cost disciplines. His methodical approach ensures rapid response times and crystal-clear strategic thinking, with detailed progress reporting. Post-retention, his team promptly mapped case particulars and identified critical issues through granular analysis, laying foundations for successful outcomes. Notably, attorney Zhuang innovatively utilised 3D modeling in Supreme Court proceedings to enhance case clarity under high-pressure appellate environments." – Real estate

"Represents clients in securities misrepresentation litigation." – Securities

Penghe Yan
"Provides timely and specialised legal guidance, leading team collaborations to ensure holistic client engagement across non-contentious and contentious matters. Despite managerial responsibilities as a partner, attorney Yan personally oversees critical cases, offering swift strategic counsel. Leverages deep industry experience to share actionable insights for corporate planning and risk mitigation, while empowering team members to maintain proactive client communication."

"Prepares logically structured defence materials rooted in profound legal scholarship, demonstrating precise issue-targeted strategies."

Jinghe Gao
"Attorney Gao Jinghe’s team combines tactical precision in IP litigation with technical partnership in corporate R&D. Their real-time courtroom adaptability and post-case compliance enhancements demonstrate multidimensional expertise."

"Professionalism and accountability define his practice."

"Attorney Gao integrates legal acumen with commercial foresight, designing business frameworks that align legal strategies with competitive advantages. His market-responsive approach focuses on enhancing intangible asset value through integrated solutions."

"Renowned for fusing legal and commercial insights, attorney Gao crafts IP dispute resolutions that maximise litigation outcomes and economic benefits. His mastery of procedural nuances, coupled with constructive judicial engagement and industry-forward perspectives, positions him as a trusted authority for high-stakes IP conflicts."

Yu Wang
"Extensive pre-case research and rigorous legal analysis proved invaluable. His meticulous approach leaves a lasting impression."

"Leveraging decades of commercial and legal expertise, attorney Wang Yu delivers strategic guidance from corporate inception – structuring investment agreements, bylaws, and governance protocols. In complex disputes, he identifies pivotal evidence chains and devises tailored solutions, personally overseeing negotiation tactics, arbitration filings, evidentiary preparation, and defence drafting to safeguard client interests."

"Representing our Beijing headquarters, attorney Wang Yu navigated over a dozen intricate commercial disputes – including corporate dissolution, shareholder conflicts, and asset protection cases – with forward-looking strategies. His preemptive dispute resolution tactics neutralised adverse impacts, securing favourable outcomes that preserved both personal rights and state-owned assets."

Qian Tang
"Delivers meticulously crafted defence documents marked by legal depth, linguistic precision, and strategic focus."

Jing Zhuang
"Combines legal mastery with construction engineering insights to deliver responsive, detail-oriented services. Post-engagement, his team swiftly dissected case complexities through systematic issue identification. Attorney Zhuang’s ability to pinpoint case essentials, pioneer novel arguments, and conduct on-site investigations – even personally overseeing evidentiary collection – sets him apart in high-stakes litigation."