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Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms) | Global

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The Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms) rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across China.

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Band 1

  1. Alan Wang
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    Alan Wang
    Freshfields
    Freshfields | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 1 | 18 Years Ranked

    Alan Wang services a diverse clientele of foreign corporates from a variety of sectors, including automotive and pharmaceutical. He offers extensive experience in multi-jurisdictional M&A and private equity transactions, as well as joint ventures.

  2. Jia Yan
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    Jia Yan
    Pillsbury
    Pillsbury | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 1 | 6 Years Ranked

    Yan Jia of Pillsbury brings to bear over 20 years' experience advising on corporate transactions and is trusted by a number of PRC and international clients. He has considerable experience handling cross-border acquisitions, investments and joint venture arrangements.

  3. Kelly Gregory
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    Kelly Gregory
    Clifford Chance LLP
    Clifford Chance LLP | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked

    Kelly Gregory possesses considerable corporate expertise and regularly assists clients with inbound transactions, including M&A and joint ventures. She is also well regarded for her strength in outbound acquisitions.

  4. Vivian Tsoi
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    Vivian Tsoi
    White & Case LLP
    White & Case LLP | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked

    Vivian Tsoi serves a diverse clientele of multinational corporations and Chinese SOEs and private companies on cross-border transactions. Her recent work includes advising on disposals and investments in the technology, chemical, manufacturing, and food and beverage sectors.

  5. Yang Wang
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    Yang Wang
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
    Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 1 | 8 Years Ranked

    Wang Yang has a notable corporate practice that services corporate and private equity firms. He is based in the firm's Beijing office, advising on sizable private equity investments, buyouts, strategic investments and share repurchases.

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Band 2

  1. David S Wang
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    David S Wang
    Hogan Lovells International LLP
    Hogan Lovells International LLP | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 2 | 18 Years Ranked

    David Wang is held in high regard for his expertise across the full spectrum of corporate law mandates. He handles M&A and private equity transactions in addition to minority investments and strategic partnerships.

  2. Ning Zhang
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    Ning Zhang
    Morgan, Lewis & Bockius
    Morgan, Lewis & Bockius | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 2 | 10 Years Ranked
    Zhang Ning focuses his practice on all manner of corporate transactions, from cross-border M&A and private equity transactions to disposals and spin-offs. He is sought after by financial services, education and technology industry clients.
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Band 3

  1. James Chang
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    James Chang
    DLA Piper UK LLP
    DLA Piper UK LLP | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 3 | 7 Years Ranked
    James Chang serves Chinese-based companies and investors as well as multinationals, acting on cross-border acquisitions, privatisations and equity financings. He frequently advises technology, healthcare and insurance sector clients.
  2. Nanda Lau
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    Nanda Lau
    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP
    Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked

    Nanda Lau heads the firm's corporate practice in China and advises multinational corporations on cross-border transactions, with a focus on joint ventures and acquisitions. She advises clients from the TMT, logistics, biotech, financial services and manufacturing sectors.

  3. Qi Yue
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    Qi Yue
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP
    Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 3 | 3 Years Ranked
    Yue Qi has a practice encompassing private and public M&A, joint ventures, venture capital and going-private transactions.
  4. Walker Wallace
    O'Melveny & Myers LLP | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 3
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Band 4

  1. Jiannian Fan
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    Jiannian Fan
    Gide Loyrette Nouel A.A.R.P.I.
    Gide Loyrette Nouel A.A.R.P.I. | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    Fan Jiannian has over two decades' experience in cross-border M&A matters, particularly those between China and France.

  2. Ling Li
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    Ling Li
    A&O Shearman
    A&O Shearman | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 4 | 11 Years Ranked

    Li Ling is based in A&O Shearman's Beijing office and is noted for handling corporate transactions in the energy, natural resources and industrial sectors.

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    Ulrike Glueck
    CMS
    CMS | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 4 | 12 Years Ranked

    Ulrike Glueck of CMS is managing partner of the firm's Shanghai office in addition to being head of its corporate practice. She has a wealth of experience on advising on M&A matters, particularly those involving German parties.

  4. Yuxin Shen
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    Yuxin Shen
    Freshfields
    Freshfields | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked

    Shen Yuxin is based in Beijing and has a broad corporate and M&A practice. He has several years' experience in handling cross-border transactions and regulatory issues.

  5. Ruomu Li
    Cooley LLP | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Band 4
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Up and Coming

  1. Yi Yang
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    Yi Yang
    Clifford Chance LLP
    Clifford Chance LLP | Corporate/M&A: Mainland China-based (International Firms)
    2026 | Up and Coming | 3 Years Ranked
    Yang Yi is a partner in the firm's Shanghai office and specialises in M&A, joint ventures and other transactions, particularly cross-border ones. He has a strong track record when it comes to the life science and manufacturing sectors.