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Reed Smith LLP

Dispute Resolution: Litigation (International Firms)

Greater China Region Guide 2026 : China


Reed Smith LLP

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Dispute Resolution: Litigation (International Firms) - China

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

Reed Smith is noted for advising on cross-border breach of contract and shareholder disputes. A sizeable Hong Kong-based litigation practice handling a wide range of commercial disputes, in addition to having a strong track record for shipping disputes, it also regularly acts on debt recovery mandates, as well as advising on various interim measures and judicial review procedures.

Work Highlights

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  • Reed Smith advised Raffles Interior on a dispute arising from its acquisition of a 51% equity interest in a soft drinks company in Wuhan in exchange for the issuance of a convertible note which, upon conversion, would approximate 14.8% of the client’s total shares.

Strengths

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  • We’ve found their service to be consistently effective and aligned with our expectations. They have consistently demonstrated the capability to manage sophisticated and multi-layered legal matters.

    Dispute Resolution: Litigation (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region
  • Reed Smith’s team stand out for their ability to combine legal precision with strategic foresight. They are never just reactive; they anticipate challenges and position us to achieve the best outcome.

    Dispute Resolution: Litigation (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region
  • They’re incredibly responsive and proactive, often anticipating issues before they arise. Their strong commercial awareness allows them to tailor their advice to align with our business goals.

    Dispute Resolution: Litigation (International Firms) respondentGreater China Region

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 5Asha Sharma
    Band 5Asha Sharma

    Asha Sharma

    Asha Sharma is regularly called on to handle fraud claims, allegations of misrepresentation and contract disputes. She is co-head of the Reed Smith disputes team in Hong Kong.

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    Asha Sharma

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