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King & Wood

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Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China

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King & Wood

Rankings

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Construction (International Firms) - China

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

King & Wood's heavyweight construction group handles high-value contentious and non-contentious matters for an enviable roster of blue-chip clients, government agencies and SOEs. It is a well-established domestic and international practice with considerable cross-border experience and PRC law capabilities. The team is particularly experienced in advising on matters relating to the energy and infrastructure sectors, as well as the Greater Bay Area and One Belt One Road initiatives. It is increasingly active advising on data centre construction projects and disputes.

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Work Highlights

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  • King & Wood advised Ocean Park Corporation on procuring the development of three zones of Ocean Park.

Strengths

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  • The firm has many gears and can operate in different environments to provide exactly what's needed. King & Wood has become our go-to firm for construction matters.

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  • There were a lot of materials in the matter and King & Wood was extremely quick. The team kept its eyes on small details.

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  • Recognised for its exceptionally strong capability, efficiency and breadth of regional coverage, this excellent team gives speedy, sound and pragmatic advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Paul Starr
    Paul Starr

    Paul Starr

    Paul Starr heads the department at King & Wood Mallesons. He has a strong practice representing clients in a range of contentious construction matters.

    • Paul is very decisive. He is able to make decisions on the spot, and he gives you a no-nonsense view.

      Construction (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

    • Paul is extremely impressive. He is really knowledgeable about arbitration.

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    • Paul is a very good strategic thinker. He has good tactics and is good at handling the other side.

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  • Donovan Ferguson
    Donovan Ferguson

    Donovan Ferguson

    Donovan Ferguson has a busy practice that sees him handle high-profile construction disputes. He is frequently sought after by clients from the energy sector.

    • He is very careful and very commercial.

      Construction (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

    • Donovan is terrific. His team has an ability to provide accurate service for what's needed in a particular situation, whether that is very technical or commercial.

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  • Edmund Wan
    Edmund Wan

    Edmund Wan

    Edmund Wan maintains a diverse construction practice, with expertise in project document drafting and mediation. He is particularly noted in the market for his expertise in disputes work.

    • I think he has been very commercial-minded, meaning he is finding pragmatic solutions instead of just the legal points. He is very pragmatic in terms of reviewing the situation.

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