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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China

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Hogan Lovells Cadwalader

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms) - China

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Hogan Lovells fields a capable team representing clients in arbitrations across Asia from its base in Hong Kong. It is highly experienced in cross-border disputes, often teaming up with the firm's regional offices to assist with mandates spanning the Asia-Pacific region. It regularly acts as counsel in energy and construction disputes concerning joint ventures and projects. The team also represents private equity firms and other investors in disputes spanning across a range of industries such as telecommunications and technology.

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Strengths

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  • Hogan Lovells have deep experience in dispute resolution, great communication skills and paperwork, and the ability to explain complicated matters in a simple but effective manner.

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  • They have always put the interests of their clients at the forefront. They have always been punctual, detailed and erudite in their presentations and succinct and effective in cross-examination.

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  • The team offers a strong reputation, a global footprint and expertise in Hong Kong arbitration.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • James Kwan
    James Kwan

    James Kwan

    James Kwan is head of Hogan Lovells' international arbitration team in Hong Kong and acts in commercial arbitrations across industry sectors ranging from private equity to energy and natural resources to telecommunications.

    • He does well with both his team and Chinese clients, and does a workmanlike job examining witnesses and the like.

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    • James is very good at client relations. He did the advocacy and it was very strong.

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    • He's very switched on and tries to find the best solution.

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  • Zoe Dong
    Zoe Dong

    Zoe Dong

    Zoe Dong is a partner in Hogan Lovells' Hong Kong office who frequently plays a key role in HKIAC and UNCITRAL arbitration relating to the technology, healthcare, pharmaceutical and real estate sectors.

    • Zoe is awesome. We rely on her expertise, knowledge and advice to navigate some very complicated cases and issues.

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    • She excels in managing intricate cross-border disputes involving multiple jurisdictions. I am profoundly impressed by Zoe's responsiveness and her remarkable ability to simplify complex situations.

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    • She's a rising star in Hong Kong arbitration; she's fairly unusual in the market, being admitted in PRC, Hong Kong and England & Wales and fluent in English and a native Mandarin Chinese speaker.

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Ranked Individuals at Hogan Lovells Cadwalader (2)

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    James Kwan

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    Zoe Dong

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