Jingdong Xu

Practice Areas

Banking and Finance

With three decades of experience, Mr. Xu has established himself as a leading authority in the banking and finance sector. He has advised numerous financial institutions on trust and quasi-trust projects, debt financing, asset securitisation, and financial derivatives. His ability to design innovative financing structures and navigate complex cross-border financial transactions sets him apart. Mr. Xu’s expertise extends to advising on private placement notes (PPNs) and providing strategic guidance on regulatory compliance, helping clients optimise their financial operations in dynamic markets.

Mergers and Acquisitions

Jingdong Xu is renowned for his strategic approach to complex M&A transactions, with extensive experience in financial and real estate sectors. He excels in addressing multifaceted legal challenges, navigating regulatory requirements, and delivering innovative solutions for both domestic and international clients. His notable expertise includes acquisition financing, equity restructuring, and debt restructuring, ensuring seamless execution of high-value transactions. Mr. Xu’s ability to negotiate comprehensive solutions tailored to each client’s business goals has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor for M&A projects.

Dispute Resolution

Mr. Xu has an outstanding track record in dispute resolution, specialising in complex cases involving financial services, corporate governance, and trust disputes. His deep understanding of the banking and finance sector, combined with extensive experience in litigation, arbitration, and enforcement, enables him to deliver pragmatic solutions for high-stakes disputes. His ability to align legal strategies with clients’ business objectives ensures favourable outcomes, even in the most challenging cases. Notably, two of his cases were recognised as Model Cases by the Supreme People’s Court, reflecting his exceptional expertise.

Work Highlights

Financial Transactions:

- Structured and advised on innovative financial products, including the design and issuance of private placement notes (PPNs) in the interbank market, cross-border credit asset transfers, and quasi-trust financing models.

- Played a pivotal role in resolving complex financial product disputes and ensuring clients' strategic objectives amidst evolving regulatory frameworks.

Major M&A Projects:

- Led the legal strategy for a RMB 10 billion debt and equity restructuring for a top real estate group, addressing multi-stakeholder interests and regulatory challenges.

- Guided a cross-border acquisition involving a European retail company, successfully navigating M&A complexities and ensuring compliance with local and international laws.

Dispute Resolution Success:

- Represented clients in groundbreaking financial and corporate disputes, including cases involving umbrella trusts, multi-layered investment structures, and independent guarantees.

- His approach to addressing legal and commercial complexities has been recognised in judicial circles, contributing to significant developments in dispute resolution practices.

Experience

Education

• Master of Laws, Fudan University

• Bachelor of Laws, Fudan University

Recognition

• Named a Leading Lawyer in Banking and Finance by Asialaw Profiles.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in the People’s Republic of China

• Certified Securities Lawyer