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Dispute Resolution: Litigation (International Firms) - China
What the Team is Known For
King & Wood Mallesons' deeply experienced Hong Kong bench is bolstered by a significant Mainland China team offering clients extensive coverage in the region, backed by a wider global network. King & Wood Mallesons acts on a wide range of commercial and financial disputes for major listed companies and SOEs. The team possesses additional expertise in shareholder disputes, insolvency litigation, cross-border enforcement actions, compliance matters, debt recovery, copyright claims, competition disputes, probate litigation and fraud claims. It is also noted for its expertise in construction and infrastructure disputes.
Strengths
Their advice, client care and proactive client management are excellent. They're able to see what the issues are and stay one step ahead of the client's needs, which means they are very responsive.
The firm has a nice combination of partners, senior associates and junior associates with additional assistance whenever needed.
They have a good understanding of the law and are able to analyse complicated issues quickly to be able to provide prompt advice to the client and give clear instructions to external counsel.
Work Highlights
King & Wood Mallesons acted for Blue Poles in High Court proceedings against Bord Industries HK in relation to threatened winding up proceedings and statutory demand on amounts said to be owed.
Notable practitioners
He's unflappable and can handle complex commercial litigation.
Edmund is a very well-rounded partner.
Edmund has great trust from his clients and gives very practical and objective advice.
Peter Bullock remains a strong adviser on TMT disputes, with additional expertise in shareholder disputes and debt recovery matters.
Paul is a leading light of the construction litigation Bar.
Paul is an excellent leader on legal and commercial strategy.
Paul runs the team effectively.