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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms) | Greater China Region
China
Authored by Dacheng Law Offices, Yongrui (Raymond) Zhu, Xue (Allison) Zhao, Yining (Ninon) Dong, Jianxiang (Michael) Tang, Zelun Zhu
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Senior Statespeople
Eminent Practitioners
Ariel Ye King & Wood Mallesons18 Years Ranked
Jialu Wang Commerce & Finance Law Offices (Tongshang)16 Years Ranked
Lixia Zhang Huamao & Guigu Law Firm4 Years Ranked
Shouzhi Zhang King & Wood Mallesons17 Years Ranked
Tao Huang King & Wood Mallesons6 Years Ranked
Yifeng Gao Global Law Office18 Years Ranked
Band 1
Band 2
Band 3
Band 4
Chao Yang Haiwen & Partners7 Years Ranked
Chi Liu JunZeJun Law Offices4 Years Ranked
Ke Hu Jingtian & Gongcheng7 Years Ranked
Lei Niu Global Law Office3 Years Ranked
Mei Zhang King & Wood Mallesons5 Years Ranked
Qiang Cui Commerce & Finance Law Offices (Tongshang)7 Years Ranked
Vincent Mu Llinks Law Offices11 Years Ranked
Wei Huo Zhong Lun Law Firm15 Years Ranked
Zhiqiang (John) Zou Dacheng Law Offices5 Years Ranked
Band 5
Up and Coming
Huili Zhao JunHe LLP3 Years Ranked- Jia Gu JunHe LLP1 Years Ranked
Jing Sun DHH Law Firm1 Years Ranked
Minli Tang Allbright Law Offices1 Years Ranked
Weina Ye Herbert Smith Freehills Kewei Joint Operation1 Years Ranked
Xinyu Li King & Wood Mallesons2 Years Ranked
Xueyu Yang Hui Zhong Law Firm2 Years Ranked
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S Hongji Li
Commerce & Finance Law Offices (Tongshang) | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Senior Statespeople | 16 Years RankedLi Hongji is a pivotal figure at Commerce & Finance Law Offices. In addition to being known for his handling of commercial arbitration and litigation cases, he is lauded for his role as an arbitrator.
Eminent Practitioners
E Ariel Ye
King & Wood Mallesons | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 18 Years RankedAriel 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.E Jialu WangCommerce & Finance Law Offices (Tongshang) | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 16 Years RankedWang Jialu assists domestic clients with disputes relating to commercial and investment agreements. His enviable clientele features state-owned and private enterprises from the real estate and energy sectors.E Lixia Zhang
Huamao & Guigu Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 4 Years RankedZhang Lixia is the director of Huamao & Guigu Law Firm. She is vastly experienced in handling disputes concerning foreign direct investment, financing, and construction and real estate before various arbitration institutions including CIETAC, HKIAC and the BAC. She is also an active arbitrator for domestic arbitral organisations such as CIETAC, the BAC and SHIAC.E Shouzhi ZhangKing & Wood Mallesons | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 17 Years RankedZhang 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.E Tao HuangKing & Wood Mallesons | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 6 Years RankedHuang 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.E Yifeng Gao
Global Law Office | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 18 Years RankedGao Yifeng is regarded as a senior practitioner in the arbitration space. In addition to his expertise in shipping law disputes, he provides advice on commercial contract-related issues.
Band 1
1 Helen H Shi
Fangda Partners | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 1 | 18 Years RankedHelen Shi remains a counsel of choice for many high-stakes arbitration and litigation cases, acting for clients from various sectors such as aviation and technology. She is well experienced in representing clients before all levels of domestic courts and various arbitral tribunals.
1 Lijun Cao
Zhong Lun Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 1 | 16 Years RankedCao Lijun is a top-drawer lawyer in the dispute resolution legal market. He remains a counsel of choice when it comes to high-stakes arbitration cases relating to corporate agreements and equity transfers, and acts for many domestic and international clients as well as state-owned enterprises before CIETAC, SHIAC, HKIAC and the ICC.
1 Ning Fei
Hui Zhong Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 1 | 18 Years RankedFei Ning stands out for his expertise in the arbitration and litigation spaces. He is highly sought after for high-stakes disputes arising from corporate transactions and investments, and is often instructed by large domestic and international clients in the real estate, biotechnology and medical device sectors.
1 Xiusong XingGlobal Law Office | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 1 | 18 Years RankedXing Xiusong is highly skilled at handling international arbitration cases, and he is frequently sought after by domestic and international corporate clients as well as government agencies for disputes relating to investment and financing. He represents clients before various arbitral institutions including the ICC, CIETAC and HKIAC.
1 Yuwu LiuKing & Wood Mallesons | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedLiu 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.
Band 2
2 Arthur Dong
JunHe LLP | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 2 | 11 Years RankedArthur Dong comes recommended for his rich experience in arbitration. His skills in handling international arbitration cases, ICC and HKIAC matters in particular, attract regular mandates from foreign and domestic entities.
2 Chungang Dong
Jingtian & Gongcheng | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 2 | 15 Years RankedDong Chungang is well recognised for the depth of his experience in litigation and arbitration. He has noteworthy expertise in cases heard before CIETAC, HKIAC and SIAC, representing an array of private and listed companies.
2 Jessica FeiKing & Wood Mallesons | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 2 | 13 Years RankedJessica 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.
2 Wei SunZhong Lun Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedSun Wei has considerable expertise in arbitration cases relating to construction and infrastructure projects. He receives regular instructions from engineering groups and state-owned enterprises before international and domestic arbitration institutions.
Band 3
3 Arthur Ma
DaHui Lawyers | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedArthur Ma specialises in international arbitration cases and has notable skills undertaking HKIAC and ICC cases. He represents foreign and domestic corporations from various industries such as energy and financial services.
3 Fang ZhaoHui Zhong Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedZhao Fang is experienced acting on domestic and international arbitration cases relating to the sports, construction and energy sectors. She is called upon to handle cases before HKIAC, the ICC and the CAS.
3 Huafang ZhuHui Zhong Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedZhu Huafang represents clients from the real estate and construction, finance and energy sectors in arbitration cases before CIETAC, the SCIA and the BAC.3 Yongrui (Raymond) ZhuDacheng Law Offices | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedRaymond Zhu has notable expertise in undertaking international arbitration cases. He is adept at handling a wide range of disputes, including issues stemming from EPC and energy projects as well as investment agreements and commercial contracts for corporate clients.- Denning JinJin Partners, PRC Lawyers | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 3
Band 4
4 Chao Yang
Haiwen & Partners | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedYang Chao is recognised for her representation in arbitration and litigation cases. Her expertise in trade and asset management continues to attract mandates from domestic clients. She is based in Haiwen & Partners' Beijing office.4 Chi Liu
JunZeJun Law Offices | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedLiu Chi is best known for his deep experience in dispute resolution involving the sports, media and entertainment industries. He is a popular choice when it comes to high-profile arbitration cases and has represented well-known athletes and clients before domestic and international arbitration commissions including the CAS.
4 Ke HuJingtian & Gongcheng | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedHu Ke has a notable practice in the domestic arbitration space. Additionally, he offers advice on cross-jurisdictional cases, such as those seated in SIAC and the ICC. His sector knowledge spans corporate, real estate and energy.
4 Lei NiuGlobal Law Office | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedNiu Lei's expertise in the maritime and corporate areas draws mandates from domestic and foreign entities. He offers advice on litigation and arbitration, representing clients at all levels of court and before SHIAC and CIETAC.4 Mei ZhangKing & Wood Mallesons | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedZhang 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.4 Qiang CuiCommerce & Finance Law Offices (Tongshang) | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedCui Qiang offers notable advice on disputes involving corporate transactions, bond defaults and intellectual property issues. His clientele includes domestic entities in the financial services, real estate and energy sectors.4 Vincent Mu
Llinks Law Offices | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 4 | 11 Years RankedVincent Mu maintains a notable practice in the dispute resolution space. He is regularly engaged by domestic entities in the areas of investment and finance.4 Wei HuoZhong Lun Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 4 | 15 Years RankedHuo Wei assists domestic clients with bond default and investment and financing disputes. He regularly represents financial institutions and asset management firms.4 Zhiqiang (John) ZouDacheng Law Offices | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedZou Zhiqiang is an experienced litigator based in Shanghai who acts in a range of disputes, with notable knowledge in real estate matters. He is also increasingly active in arbitration cases. His enviable clientele includes real estate developers and securities firms.
Band 5
5 Benjamin MiaoFangda Partners | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 5 | 15 Years RankedBenjamin Miao offers advice on litigation and arbitration cases, and continues to act for foreign entities from various industries such as financial services, oil and gas. He is noted for his additional strength in assisting clients with criminal investigations.
5 Jingjing ChenHaiwen & Partners | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedChen Jingjing operates out of Haiwen & Partners' Shanghai office. She offers assistance in arbitration and litigation that involves financing and IP issues. She acts for both domestic and international entities.
5 Rocky (Chaoyi) Ji
East & Concord Partners | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedRocky Ji leads the dispute resolution practice at East & Concord Partners. His practice spans both litigation and arbitration. He advises foreign and domestic entities on disputes relating to equity transfer, investment and general commercial agreements.
5 Rui Guo
AllBright Law Offices | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedGuo Rui offers advice on various commercial and financial disputes. He typically serves domestic companies and state-owned entities.
5 Xianglin Chen
Han Kun Law Offices | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedChen Xianglin boasts a focused commercial arbitration practice and regularly assists clients in the technology and e-commerce industries in domestic and international arbitrations.
Key sectorsBusiness and Professional Services|Financial Investors|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Property, Construction and Infrastructure|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)
5 Yimin LiuGlobal Law Office | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedLiu Yimin operates from the firm's Shanghai office and receives endorsements for his strength in handling cross-border corporate disputes, which sees him representing clients in international arbitration cases.
Up and Coming
U Huili ZhaoJunHe LLP | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Up and Coming | 3 Years RankedZhao Huili has a growing presence in the arbitration sphere. She comes recommended for representing clients in commercial disputes before HKIAC, SIAC and the ICC.U Jia GuJunHe LLP | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedGu Jia receives praise for his specialist practice in commercial arbitration. He has displayed a focus on disputes relating to trade sanctions and compliance and is sought after by clients in the energy sector.
U Jing Sun
DHH Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedSun Jing operates from the Shenzhen office of Beijing DHH Law Firm. He receives endorsement from clients for his expertise in commercial arbitration and far-reaching practice. He has experience handling disputes relating to equity repurchase, investment and trademark infringement
Key sectorsFinancial Services|Government and Public Sector|Property, Construction and InfrastructureU Minli TangAllbright Law Offices | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedTang Minli is an up-and-coming lawyer who is well-recognised for her focus on commercial arbitration. She is active as counsel in domestic and overseas arbitration centres such as LCIA, HKIAC and CIETAC.
U Weina Ye
Herbert Smith Freehills Kewei Joint Operation | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedYe Weina is an up-and-coming lawyer at Herbert Smith Freehills Kewei Joint Operation. She is recognised for her abilities in international arbitration and possesses experience handling disputes related to manufacturing, securities and insurance.
U Xinyu LiKing & Wood Mallesons | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedLi 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.U Xueyu YangHui Zhong Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)2025 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedYang Xueyu is an up-and-coming lawyer who handles proceedings before the ICC, ICSID and HKIAC. She advises both corporate and individual clients on investment disputes.