Department profile
A&O Shearman

Restructuring/Insolvency (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China


A&O Shearman

Rankings

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Restructuring/Insolvency (International Firms) - China

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

A&O Shearman's Hong Kong team offers considerable cross-border capabilities, working with support from the firm's London and New York offices. It frequently acts for leading financial institutions on major restructuring and insolvency matters, including provisional liquidations, disputes and schemes of arrangement. The team is recognised for its strength advising on the creditors' side on oil and gas-related restructurings.

Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised the coordination committee of bank lenders on the restructuring of the China Aoyuan Group and its subsidiaries.

Strengths

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  • A&O Shearman have advised us on a number of highly complex and sophisticated matters, and their advice is always helpful, definitive and reliable.

    Restructuring/Insolvency (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region
  • A&O Shearman show professionalism and deep knowledge. It's an experienced team who have a deep relationship within the community.

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  • The AOS team have truly put the interests of clients first, constantly fighting for better terms for clients, and checking to minimise risks or find alternatives.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeopleIan Chapman
    Senior StatespeopleIan Chapman

    Ian Chapman

    Ian Chapman has a wealth of experience in the insolvency and restructuring sphere. He offers expertise in restructurings and liquidations for domestic and international banks.

  • Band 2Viola Jing
    Band 2Viola Jing

    Viola Jing

    Viola Jing has a growing reputation in the market. She regularly assists with multi-jurisdictional restructurings, and is often instructed by banks and creditors.

    • Viola is very responsive, and offers valuable advice and suggestions and thoughtful answers to complicated legal questions. She is very commercially minded and is well trusted.

      Restructuring/Insolvency (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region
    • Her experience and knowledge inspire confidence.

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    • Viola has great interpersonal skills. She identifies problems and provides solutions and options, and maintains good relationships with other restructuring advisers.

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Ranked Individuals at A&O Shearman (2)

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