Jingtian & Gongcheng
Greater China Region Guide 2024
About
Chairman: Mr. Zhao Yang
Managing Partners: Mr. Zhao Yang, Mr. Wang Weiguo, Mr. Hu Zhengzheng, Mr. Li Da, Mr. Gao Xiang, Mr. Lang Yuanpeng, Mr. Chen Zejia
Number of partners: 180+
Number of legal professionals: 760+
Languages: Chinese, English, French, German, Japanese, Korean
Firm Overview:
Jingtian & Gongcheng is one of the first private and independent partnership law firms in China. Since its establishment, Jingtian & Gongcheng is by now widely recognised as one of the top full service law firms in China and commands leading positions in various practices. It has always been deeply committed to serving its clients and protecting their interests, and therefore has deep, practical experience in many “first-of-its-kind” deals and cases.Jingtian & Gongcheng has won many acclaim and numerous awards from leading legal publications.
Main Areas of Practice:
Capital Markets
Investment & M&A
Major Asset Restructuring
Dispute Resolution
PE/VC
Cross-border Investment
Banking & Finance
Asset Management
Structured Finance & Derivatives
Fund Formation
Tax
Real Estate & Construction
Intellectual Property
Insolvency
Employment & Labour
Cybersecurity & Data Privacy
Wealth Management
White Collar Criminal Defense
Technology, Media & Telecom
Healthcare
Education
Capital Markets:
In security offierings made by PRC companies on Chinese and international capital markets, the firm has been consistently ranked in Tier 1.
Investment & M&A:
The firm’s M&A team has been active on acquisitions by foreign and domestic investors, as well as takeover and reorganisation of listed companies.
Major Asset Restructuring:
The firm provides comprehensive and professional legal services to the major asset restructuring of large SOEs and private enterprises.
Dispute Resolution:
Its dispute resolution team is an industry leader in civil and commercial litigations,foreign-related dispute resolutions, as well as domestic and overseas commercial arbitration.
PE/VC:
The firm not only advises international and domestic PEs and VCs but also has accumulated invaluable experience in representing investee companies and entrepreneurs in PE and VC deals.
Cross-border Investment:
The firm provides a one-stop, full suite of comprehensive legal services to help Chinese companies successfully complete cross-border investments in foreign jurisdictions.
Banking & Finance:
The firm provides sophisticated services on syndicated and commercial loans, project financing, financing leases, securitisation, non-performing assets and derivatives.
Asset Management:
The firm's legal team has deep knowledge, understanding and rich practical experience with representing clients across all asset classes.
Structured Finance & Derivatives:
Jingtian & Gongcheng is one of the earliest law firms in China to provide legal services for asset securitization.
Fund Formation:
The firm's lawyers with deep experience advising fund sponsors and investors in structuring funds that are tailored to their specific objectives.
Tax:
The firm provides comprehensive and practical tax advice for domestic and international clients.
Real Estate & Construction:
The firm has one of the most experienced real estate teams in China to assist clients on development, management, financing, sale or lease of industrial, commercial or residential estates.
Intellectual Property:
The IP team is known for skills and expertise in protecting IP rights through administrative and judicial systems.
Insolvency:
The firm’s lawyers provide full legal services in consultation, transaction, collection and disposal of non-performing loans, distressed investments and other special situation investments for various clients.
Employment & Labour:
The firm advises clients on labour law issues and represents clients in labour disputes.
Cybersecurity & Data Privacy:
The firm's cybersecurity and data privacy team diligently serve their clients across multiple industries and sectors.
Wealth Management:
The firm advises clients on family and private wealth management law issues and represents clients in family lawsuit and dispute resolution.
White Collar Criminal Defence:
The firm has the practical experience, expertise and knowledge to successfully represent its clients.
Technology, Media & Telecom:
From the earliest IPO of China Mobile to the listing of internet companies, the firm has been at the forefront of this field.
Healthcare:
The firm leads the market in advising the healthcare industry and it has won clients in pharmaceutical, medical device, hospital and medical waste management sectors in listings, M&A and PE deals.
Education:
Jingtian & Gongcheng has a longstanding reputation in delivering commercial legal advice to the education industry.
Offices
Beijing Office
34th Floor, Tower 3, China Central Place, 77 Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District
Beijing
China 100025
Tel：(86-10) 5809-1000
Fax： (86-10) 5809-1100
Email：[email protected]
Chengdu Office
31/F, One Aerospace Center, No.7 Xinguanghua Street, Jinjiang District
Chengdu
China 610016
Tel: (86-28) 8777-8888
Fax: (86-28) 8628-2233
Email：[email protected]
Guangzhou
Units 10-12, Room 01, 39/F, CTF Finance Centre, No.6 Zhujiang East Road, Tianhe District
Guangzhou
China 510623
Tel：(86-20) 8573-2500
Fax：(86-20) 8573-2501
Email：[email protected]
Hangzhou
Room 01, 30/F, Area A, China Resources Tower, No. 1366, Qianjiang Road
Hangzhou
China 311500
Tel：(86-571) 8992-6500
Email：[email protected]
Hong Kong Office
Suites 3205-3207, 32nd Floor, Edinburgh Tower, The Landmark, 15 Queens Road Central
Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2926-9300
Fax: (852) 2689-7098
Email: [email protected]
Nanjing Office
Suite 1601-1602, 16/F, Deji Plaza, No.18 Zhongshan Road
Nanjing
China 210005
Tel: (86-25) 8712-8800
Fax: (86-25) 8712-8899
Email：[email protected]
Shanghai Office
Suite 45/F, K.Wah Centre, 1010 Huaihai Road (M), Xuhui District
Shanghai
China 200031
Tel: (86-21) 5404-9930
Fax: (86-21) 5404-9931
Email: [email protected]
Shenzhen Office
Unit 05-06, 16/F, China Resources Tower, No.2666 Keyuan South Road, Yuehai Street, Nanshan District
Shenzhen
China 518038
Tel: (86-755) 2155-7000
Fax: (86-755) 2155-7099
Email: [email protected]
Sanya
Unit 04, 6/F, Sunshine Financial Plaza, No.360 Yingbin Road, Jiyang District
Sanya
China 572099
Tel：(86-898) 8824-0228
Fax：(86-898) 8823-2963
Tianjin Office
Unit 1603, C2 Building, Area C, TEDA MSD, 79 No.1 Street, Binhai New District
Tianjin
China 300457
Tel: (86-22) 2532-7709
Fax: (86-22) 2532-7710
Email：[email protected]
Ranked Offices
Provided by Jingtian & Gongcheng
- Beijing34/F, Tower 3, China Central Place, 77 Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, Beijing, China, 100025
- Web: www.jingtian.com
- Tel: +86 10 5809 1000
- Fax: +86 10 5809 1100
- View ranked office
- Chengdu31/F, One Aerospace Center, No.7 Xin Guang Hua Street, Jinjiang District, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China, 610016View ranked officeGuangzhouUnits10-12, Room 01, 39/F, CTF Finance Centre, No.6 Zhujiang East Road, Tianhe District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China, 510623View ranked officeNanjingSuite 1601-1602, 16/F, Deji Plaza, No.18 Zhongshan Road, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China, 210005View ranked officeShanghai45/F, K. Wah Centre, 1010 Huai Hai Road (M), Xu Hui District, Shanghai, Shanghai, China, 200031View ranked officeShenzhenRoom 3407, Shenzhen Stock Exchange Square, 2012 Shennan Blvd, Futian District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China, 518038View ranked office
Contributions
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Articles, highlights and press releases
22 items provided by Jingtian & Gongcheng
New trend in compulsory liquidation procedures
(This article was first published on China Business Law Journal column "Insolvency & Securitization of NPAs", authorised reprint)
Interpretation of model investor protection clauses (2019)
In order to improve investor protection measures after the occurrence of several default events in the credit bond market, the National Association of Financial Market Institutional Investors issued the Model Investor Protection Clauses (Model Clauses 2016) in September 2016.
New Wave of CSRC Enforcement Actions to Curb Securities Violations
In the first half-year of 2018, CSRC launched 307 investigations and issued 159 decisions of administrative penalties, both of which showed CSRC’s determination in cracking down on securities violations.
China Needs a Mechanism to Consolidate its External Debt
External debt refers to local-currency and foreign-currency borrowings of domestic institutions from non-residents.
Foreign-Ownership and Cross-Border Considerations Impacting Private Wealth Management in China
Over the recent years, “private wealth management” has become a trendy concept which is very familiar to us. There are few high-net-worth individuals whose assets are located solely in their home countries or who do not consider to design a plan for their overseas assets.
Managing Finance Lease Contract Disputes and Lessors’ Claims
Being of the dual nature of leasing funds and assets, a finance lease involves the lessor, lessee (buyer) and seller. When any dispute arises, it is especially important for the lessor to know how to identify the claims to be submitted in order to protect its legitimate rights and interests.
Our Perspective and Legal Insights into Chinese Investment in Japan
(This article was written by Jianjian Feng and Bo Zhang of Jingtian & Gongcheng) (This article was first published on China Business Law Journal column"Practitioner's Perspective", authorised reprint)
Our Analysis of NDRC Regulatory Policy on Foreign Debt Issuance
On 14 September 2015, the National Development and Reform Commission (the “NDRC”) issued the Notice on Promoting Reform of the Administration of the Recordal and Registration System for the Foreign Issuance of Debt by Enterprises (the “Notice”).
Safe Landings –Navigating the Chinese Securities Market
The Measures for the Administration of Foreign-invested Securities Companies promulgated by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) on April 28 2018 provide various opportunities for foreign-funded securities companies (FSCs) to develop their businesses in China.
Consolidation of Arbitration under Contracts with Entire Agreement Clauses
In many commercial transactions, there will be multiple agreements among various parties, and those agreements often contain "entire agreement" clauses to ensure that the parties are bound only by the terms of the agreement(s) they sign. However, such a clause may be invoked and interpreted in a way
Perspectives on the CBIRC’s Recent Enforcement of Financial Regulations
According to statistics disclosed by the China Bank and Insurance Regulatory Commission (CBIRC), in the first quarter of 2018, CBIRC (established by merging the former China Bank Regulatory Commission and China Insurance Regulatory Commission) carried out enforcements against various violations, suc
Rules on managing funds from users of vehicle sharing services
The “internet+” boom sweeping through various economic sectors in China in recent years has driven new business models, including online car booking, car sharing and bike sharing services, to emerge and prosper in the transport sector. In practice, operators of these models usually receive collatera
New Asset Management Rules Impacting Structured Deposits
Figures released by the central bank show that, as at the end of February 2018, the individual and institutional structured deposits of commercial banks totaled RMB8.35 trillion, an increase of 44.9% over last year. In comparison, the total of all banks’ deposits increased by only 10% over the same
New Regulations over Commercial Banking Liquidity Measures
After experiencing a series of high-profile events in 2015 and 2016, including the stock market crash, the battle between Baoneng and Vanke, and Ezubao's P2P lending fraud, the Chinese financial market entered a year of strengthened regulations in 2017.
The Art of War - Securities Fraud Litigation in China
The CSRC'S crackdown on securities fraud have led to large numbers of ensuing disputes between listed companies and their shareholders, paving the way for rights defense lawyers and steering key judicial practices. Intensifying audits carried out by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC)
Real Estate Perspectives on New Outward Direct Investment Rules
Order No.11"), which came into effect on March 1, 2018. In January 2018, the NDRC and some other governmental authorities also issued implementing rules.
Analysis of Key Risks and Common Loopholes in Non-Compete Agreements
As one of the core carriers of trade secrets and business resources, employees have gradually become the main target for enterprises and capitals in business competition.
Leading Investment Funds Expert James Wang Joining Jingtian
Jingtian & Gongcheng ("Jingtian") is delighted to announce the addition of leading investment funds expert James Yong Wang to the firm.
Jingtian & Gongcheng Hosts Launch Event For New Hong Kong Office
HONG KONG – May 28, 2019 – Jingtian & Gongcheng announced the milestone opening of its Hong Kong office, following its recent merger with L&C Legal LLP.
Jingtian & Gongcheng Announces Merger with L&C Legal LLP
BEIJING and HONG KONG – April 9, 2019 – Nationally recognized law firm, Jingtian & Gongcheng (“Jingtian”), today announced that it has entered into a merger with L&C Legal LLP (“L&C”) effective April 30, 2019.
Senior Corporate M&A and PE/VC Practitioners Join
Jingtian & Gongcheng ("Jingtian") is pleased to welcome Victor WANG as registered foreign lawyer (Hong Kong), together with senior international legal counsel Richard LEE, and partners William LU and Michael YU.
JINGTIAN & GONGCHENG ADDS HIGH CALIBER DISPUTE RESOLUTION TEAM
HONG KONG – April 11, 2019 – Jingtian & Gongcheng ("Jingtian") today announced a significant expansion of its dispute resolution capabilities through the addition of a highly experienced team from RPC.
New trend in compulsory liquidation procedures
(This article was first published on China Business Law Journal column "Insolvency & Securitization of NPAs", authorised reprint)
Interpretation of model investor protection clauses (2019)
In order to improve investor protection measures after the occurrence of several default events in the credit bond market, the National Association of Financial Market Institutional Investors issued the Model Investor Protection Clauses (Model Clauses 2016) in September 2016.
New Wave of CSRC Enforcement Actions to Curb Securities Violations
In the first half-year of 2018, CSRC launched 307 investigations and issued 159 decisions of administrative penalties, both of which showed CSRC’s determination in cracking down on securities violations.
China Needs a Mechanism to Consolidate its External Debt
External debt refers to local-currency and foreign-currency borrowings of domestic institutions from non-residents.
Foreign-Ownership and Cross-Border Considerations Impacting Private Wealth Management in China
Over the recent years, “private wealth management” has become a trendy concept which is very familiar to us. There are few high-net-worth individuals whose assets are located solely in their home countries or who do not consider to design a plan for their overseas assets.
Managing Finance Lease Contract Disputes and Lessors’ Claims
Being of the dual nature of leasing funds and assets, a finance lease involves the lessor, lessee (buyer) and seller. When any dispute arises, it is especially important for the lessor to know how to identify the claims to be submitted in order to protect its legitimate rights and interests.
Our Perspective and Legal Insights into Chinese Investment in Japan
(This article was written by Jianjian Feng and Bo Zhang of Jingtian & Gongcheng) (This article was first published on China Business Law Journal column"Practitioner's Perspective", authorised reprint)
Our Analysis of NDRC Regulatory Policy on Foreign Debt Issuance
On 14 September 2015, the National Development and Reform Commission (the “NDRC”) issued the Notice on Promoting Reform of the Administration of the Recordal and Registration System for the Foreign Issuance of Debt by Enterprises (the “Notice”).
Safe Landings –Navigating the Chinese Securities Market
The Measures for the Administration of Foreign-invested Securities Companies promulgated by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) on April 28 2018 provide various opportunities for foreign-funded securities companies (FSCs) to develop their businesses in China.
Consolidation of Arbitration under Contracts with Entire Agreement Clauses
In many commercial transactions, there will be multiple agreements among various parties, and those agreements often contain "entire agreement" clauses to ensure that the parties are bound only by the terms of the agreement(s) they sign. However, such a clause may be invoked and interpreted in a way
Perspectives on the CBIRC’s Recent Enforcement of Financial Regulations
According to statistics disclosed by the China Bank and Insurance Regulatory Commission (CBIRC), in the first quarter of 2018, CBIRC (established by merging the former China Bank Regulatory Commission and China Insurance Regulatory Commission) carried out enforcements against various violations, suc
Rules on managing funds from users of vehicle sharing services
The “internet+” boom sweeping through various economic sectors in China in recent years has driven new business models, including online car booking, car sharing and bike sharing services, to emerge and prosper in the transport sector. In practice, operators of these models usually receive collatera
New Asset Management Rules Impacting Structured Deposits
Figures released by the central bank show that, as at the end of February 2018, the individual and institutional structured deposits of commercial banks totaled RMB8.35 trillion, an increase of 44.9% over last year. In comparison, the total of all banks’ deposits increased by only 10% over the same
New Regulations over Commercial Banking Liquidity Measures
After experiencing a series of high-profile events in 2015 and 2016, including the stock market crash, the battle between Baoneng and Vanke, and Ezubao's P2P lending fraud, the Chinese financial market entered a year of strengthened regulations in 2017.
The Art of War - Securities Fraud Litigation in China
The CSRC'S crackdown on securities fraud have led to large numbers of ensuing disputes between listed companies and their shareholders, paving the way for rights defense lawyers and steering key judicial practices. Intensifying audits carried out by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC)
Real Estate Perspectives on New Outward Direct Investment Rules
Order No.11"), which came into effect on March 1, 2018. In January 2018, the NDRC and some other governmental authorities also issued implementing rules.
Analysis of Key Risks and Common Loopholes in Non-Compete Agreements
As one of the core carriers of trade secrets and business resources, employees have gradually become the main target for enterprises and capitals in business competition.
Leading Investment Funds Expert James Wang Joining Jingtian
Jingtian & Gongcheng ("Jingtian") is delighted to announce the addition of leading investment funds expert James Yong Wang to the firm.
Jingtian & Gongcheng Hosts Launch Event For New Hong Kong Office
HONG KONG – May 28, 2019 – Jingtian & Gongcheng announced the milestone opening of its Hong Kong office, following its recent merger with L&C Legal LLP.
Jingtian & Gongcheng Announces Merger with L&C Legal LLP
BEIJING and HONG KONG – April 9, 2019 – Nationally recognized law firm, Jingtian & Gongcheng (“Jingtian”), today announced that it has entered into a merger with L&C Legal LLP (“L&C”) effective April 30, 2019.
Senior Corporate M&A and PE/VC Practitioners Join
Jingtian & Gongcheng ("Jingtian") is pleased to welcome Victor WANG as registered foreign lawyer (Hong Kong), together with senior international legal counsel Richard LEE, and partners William LU and Michael YU.
JINGTIAN & GONGCHENG ADDS HIGH CALIBER DISPUTE RESOLUTION TEAM
HONG KONG – April 11, 2019 – Jingtian & Gongcheng ("Jingtian") today announced a significant expansion of its dispute resolution capabilities through the addition of a highly experienced team from RPC.