Dispute Resolution (PRC Firms)

King & Wood Mallesons houses a deep bench of practitioners with experience handling a wide range of domestic and overseas litigation and arbitration matters. The law firm is well known for its experience representing clients before all levels of court including the Supreme People's Court. It is also notable for representing clients before various arbitral tribunals, including CIETAC, HKIAC, CEAC, the ICC and the SCC. The practice counts major state-owned enterprises, listed companies and foreign corporations among its clients. The team is prominently active in cross-border dispute resolution cases, thanks to its international reach and network.

"The team is very professional and good at dealing with complex issues. It can quickly provide solutions to new problems encountered."

"The team always formulates the most beneficial, practical and integrated solution for us, which is tailor-made based on deep understanding of commerciality and our various needs."

King & Wood Mallesons acted for Kailuan (Group) Limited Liability Corporation and its affiliated companies in a series of financial contract disputes with several banks and an energy company.

Ariel Ye has an exceptional reputation in the arbitration sphere. Her enviable expertise in cross-border arbitrated disputes, especially in matters concerning share transfers, energy projects and commercial agreement issues, remains pivotal to the practice's offering.

Zhang Shouzhi has accumulated considerable experience over the years and is particularly skilled in infrastructure projects. He is highly sought after by state-owned enterprises and international banks. "Zhang Shouzhi is very capable in foreign-related disputes."

Huang Tao leads the dispute resolution department at King & Wood Mallesons. He has vast experience in litigation and arbitration matters involving infrastructure and construction projects as well as investment disputes.

Liu Yuwu is sought after for his expertise in handling litigation and arbitration proceedings, particularly in disputes relating to construction and infrastructure projects as well as M&A. He has notable experience in cases heard before SIAC, CIETAC and HKIAC. "Liu Yuwu has a deep understanding and grasp of arbitration procedures, as well as an international outlook."

Jessica Fei stands out for her representation of large domestic groups and SOEs in various disputes concerning financings and commercial agreements before the SCC, CEAC, SIAC and HKIAC. She is dual-qualified in the PRC and New York State, and has a focus on the energy sector. "Jessica Fei is an expert in international commercial arbitration."

Zhang Mei assists in various disputes concerning commercial law and construction project issues, predominantly representing domestic entities. She ably represents clients before CIETAC and the BAC. "Zhang Mei is a recognised figure in China arbitration."

Richard Yun is a partner at King & Wood Mallesons' Shanghai office. He offers advice on disputes relating to loans, capital injections and investments, typically representing financial institutions and advisory entities.

Li Xinyu is noted for his work on a range of disputes, particularly in relation to equity transactions. He offers further advice on construction and technology licensing issues. "He has a deep understanding of our commercial practice and can offer good advice." "Li Xinyu has impressed us with his logical thinking and expression."