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Clifford Chance LLP

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms)

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Clifford Chance LLP

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms) - China

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Clifford Chance has a highly regarded team known for successful, commercially focused advocacy, with key partners located in the firm's Hong Kong and Shanghai offices. The firm represents clients in disputes relating to joint ventures, shareholder agreements and M&A transactions and is experienced in handling arbitration in a range of sectors, including technology, banking and finance, and energy. The firm is active in the representation of private equity firms and other financial institutions in commercial arbitrations, with additional experience representing SOEs. It is also able to assist clients with investor-state arbitrations.

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Work Highlights

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  • Clifford Chance advised the Mexican subsidiary of a Chinese telecoms group on a Hong Kong-seated UNCITRAL arbitration administered by HKIAC relating to the supply of equipment to build an Internet of Things-based smart meter network for power facilities in Mexico pursuant to a supply contract governed by Mexican law.

Strengths

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  • The team has demonstrated a strong level of professionalism in handling complex legal matters and their logical analysis skills are admirable, even in non-legal business aspects.

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  • The team is able to tackle a range of challenges with expertise and efficiency. Each member brings unique skills and perspectives, fostering innovative solutions and collaborative problem solving.

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  • Clifford Chance have extensive experience in cross-border dispute resolution, are very familiar with arbitration procedures and have a profound understanding of the laws of different countries.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Thomas Walsh
    Thomas Walsh

    Thomas Walsh

    Thomas Walsh is co-head of Clifford Chance's Greater China arbitration team, as well as its Korean disputes practice. He most frequently acts for major private equity clients, with additional experience advising TMT clients.

    • He navigated complex legal matters with ease, presenting solutions that were legally sound and aligned with our business objectives. He added significant value to our decision-making processes.

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    • He has an uncanny ability to unpick complex problems without losing focus on what truly matters in a dispute.

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    • Tom Walsh is just fantastic. He doesn't take crap and knows what he's talking about; he's the real deal.

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  • Cameron Hassall
    Cameron Hassall

    Cameron Hassall

    Cameron Hassall splits his time between the firm's Hong Kong and Sydney offices, offering clients longstanding experience in commercial arbitrations across the region.

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  • Shi Lei
    Shi Lei

    Shi Lei

    Lei Shi is the managing partner of the Beijing and Shanghai offices. He is well respected for his work acting for a broad range of domestic and international clients in HKIAC arbitration proceedings.

    • He is a very good people person with great client management skills.

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    • He's an arbitration practitioner whose star is in the ascendancy. He clearly has the ear of the tribunal and commands the confidence of his clients.

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    • Lei Shi consistently prioritised our needs and maintained open lines of communication, ensuring that we felt supported at all times. His responsiveness and proactive follow-ups made it seamless.

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Ranked Individuals at Clifford Chance LLP (3)

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