Corporate/M&A: The Elite (International Firms)

Xue Fang's wide-ranging practice spans M&A transactions, privatisations and private equity investments. She is based in the firm's Beijing office and maintains good working cooperation with clients in the USA, Hong Kong and the Cayman Islands.

"She is super sharp, most insightful and can quickly find the most convincing arguments to press our case."

Yue Qi has a practice encompassing private and public M&A, joint ventures, venture capital and going-private transactions.

Zhang Yi is consistently sought out by international clients looking to acquire and dispose of their China-based assets and business operations. His client roster includes private equity funds and real estate investment houses.

"He understands our institutional position and what's important to us. His ability to stand firm on issues and be a tough negotiator has been useful."