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Greater China Region China Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)

Dispute Resolution chapters focus on litigation and alternative dispute resolution proceedings. The work covers the full course of a dispute, such as pre-trial negotiations, documentation and preparation for trial, summary judgment applications, trial, appeals and enforcement proceedings. This section also covers white-collar crime, including government investigations. Expertise in alternative dispute resolution, involving non-court mediation and arbitration, may be ranked in separate tables where the market is sufficiently developed. Practice areas such as Insurance, Construction, IP and Media may also contain litigators who are experts in their field in markets that are sufficiently specialised. In some jurisdictions in the region, where the legal profession is not fused, we feature separate ranking tables for barristers and solicitors. In jurisdictions where the legal profession is fused, but there is sufficient distinction between lawyers practising in the style of barristers, and lawyers practising in the style of solicitors, we have sought to make this distinction clear by again having separate ranking tables.

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Senior Statespeople
  1. Hongji Li
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    Hongji Li
    Commerce & Finance Law Offices (Tongshang)
    Commerce & Finance Law Offices (Tongshang) | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Senior Statespeople |
    Li 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.
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Eminent Practitioners
  1. Ariel Ye
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    Ariel Ye
    King & Wood Mallesons
    King & Wood Mallesons | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Eminent Practitioners |
    Ariel 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.
    Key sectors
    Financial Services|Health and Life Sciences|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Property, Construction and Infrastructure|Retail and Consumer
  2. Jialu Wang
    E
    Jialu Wang
    Commerce & Finance Law Offices (Tongshang)
    Commerce & Finance Law Offices (Tongshang) | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Eminent Practitioners |
    Wang Jialu assists domestic clients with disputes related to commercial and investment agreements. His enviable clientele features state-owned and private enterprises from the real estate and energy sectors.
  3. Lixia Zhang
    E
    Lixia Zhang
    Huamao & Guigu Law Firm
    Huamao & Guigu Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Eminent Practitioners |
    Zhang 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, BAC and HKIAC. She is also an active arbitrator in domestic arbitral organisations such as CIETAC, BAC and SHIAC.
  4. Ming Kang
    E
    Ming Kang
    Fangda Partners
    Fangda Partners | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Eminent Practitioners |
    Kang Ming is regarded as a well-respected lawyer in the market, with vast experience in M&A and commercial agreement-related cases heard before CIETAC. His clientele includes domestic and foreign entities. He is also noted for his role as an arbitrator.
  5. Shouzhi Zhang
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    Shouzhi Zhang
    King & Wood Mallesons
    King & Wood Mallesons | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Eminent Practitioners |
    Zhang 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.
    Key sectors
    Energy and Utilities|Financial Services|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Property, Construction and Infrastructure
  6. Tao Huang
    E
    Tao Huang
    King & Wood Mallesons
    King & Wood Mallesons | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Eminent Practitioners |
    Huang 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.
    Key sectors
    Financial Services|Health and Life Sciences|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Property, Construction and Infrastructure|Retail and Consumer
  7. Yifeng Gao
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    Yifeng Gao
    Global Law Office
    Global Law Office | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Eminent Practitioners |
    Gao 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.
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Band 1
  1. Helen H Shi
    1
    Helen H Shi
    Fangda Partners
    Fangda Partners | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 1 |
    Helen 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.
  2. Lijun Cao
    1
    Lijun Cao
    Zhong Lun Law Firm
    Zhong Lun Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 1 |
    Cao 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 technology transfer contracts, and acts for many domestic and international clients as well as state-owned enterprises before CIETAC, SHIAC, HKIAC and ICC.
  3. 1
    Ning Fei
    Hui Zhong Law Firm
    Hui Zhong Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 1 |
    Fei Ning stands out for his expertise in the arbitration and litigation spaces. He is highly sought after in 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 energy sectors.
  4. Xiusong Xing
    1
    Xiusong Xing
    Global Law Office
    Global Law Office | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 1 |
    Xing 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 on disputes relating to investment and financing. He represents clients before various arbitral institutions including the ICC, SIAC and HKIAC.
  5. Yuwu Liu
    1
    Yuwu Liu
    King & Wood Mallesons
    King & Wood Mallesons | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 1 |
    Liu Yuwu is sought after for his expertise handling litigation and arbitration proceedings, particularly in disputes relating to construction and infrastructure projects as well as investments. He has notable experience in cases heard before the ICC, CIETAC and HKIAC.
    Key sectors
    Energy and Utilities|Financial Services|Health and Life Sciences|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Retail and Consumer
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Band 2
  1. Chungang Dong
    2
    Chungang Dong
    Jingtian & Gongcheng
    Jingtian & Gongcheng | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 2 |
    Dong Chungang is well recognised for his depth of 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 Fei
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    Jessica Fei
    King & Wood Mallesons
    King & Wood Mallesons | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 2 |
    Jessica 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.
    Key sectors
    Energy and Utilities|Financial Services|Health and Life Sciences|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Retail and Consumer
  3. Arthur Dong
    JunHe LLP | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 2
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Band 3
  1. Chi Liu
    3
    Chi Liu
    JunZeJun Law Offices
    JunZeJun Law Offices | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 3 |
    Liu Chi of JunZeJun Law Offices is best known for his deep experience in dispute resolution cases 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 Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
  2. Denning Jin
    3
    Denning Jin
    Han Kun Law Offices
    Han Kun Law Offices | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 3 |
    Denning Jin is well known for his deft handling of complex commercial litigation and arbitration cases. Based in Han Kun's Shanghai office, he brings significant expertise in insurance and antitrust to the team.
    Key sectors
    Energy and Utilities|Financial Services|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Retail and Consumer|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)
  3. Wei Huo
    3
    Wei Huo
    Zhong Lun Law Firm
    Zhong Lun Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 3 |
    Huo Wei assists domestic clients with bond default and investment and financing disputes. He regularly represents financial institutions and asset management firms.
  4. Yongrui (Raymond) Zhu
    3
    Yongrui (Raymond) Zhu
    Dacheng Law Offices, LLP
    Dacheng Law Offices, LLP | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 3 |
    Raymond Zhu has notable expertise 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 and sovereign states.
    Key sectors
    Financial Investors|Property, Construction and Infrastructure
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Band 4
  1. 4
    Arthur Ma
    DaHui Lawyers
    DaHui Lawyers | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 4 |
    Arthur 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.
  2. Benjamin Miao
    4
    Benjamin Miao
    Fangda Partners
    Fangda Partners | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 4 |
    Benjamin 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. Market sources compliment his capability in handling cross-border work.
  3. 4
    Fang Zhao
    Hui Zhong Law Firm
    Hui Zhong Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 4 |
    Zhao 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, ICC and CAS.
  4. Lei Niu
    4
    Lei Niu
    Global Law Office
    Global Law Office | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 4 |
    Niu Lei's expertise in 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 CEITAC.
  5. Mei Zhang
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    Mei Zhang
    King & Wood Mallesons
    King & Wood Mallesons | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 4 |
    Zhang Mei assists in various disputes concerning commercial law and construction project issues, predominantly representing domestic entities. She ably represents clients before CIETAC and BAC.
    Key sectors
    Financial Services|Health and Life Sciences|Industrials, Engineering and Manufacturing|Property, Construction and Infrastructure|Retail and Consumer
  6. Sanqiao Xu
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    Sanqiao Xu
    Jingtian & Gongcheng
    Jingtian & Gongcheng | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 4 |
    Xu Sanqiao is based in Jingtian & Gongcheng's Shenzhen office. He has vast experience undertaking arbitration cases regarding sale and purchase agreements and investments.
  7. Wei Sun
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    Wei Sun
    Zhong Lun Law Firm
    Zhong Lun Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 4 |
    Sun Wei has considerable expertise in arbitration cases related to construction and infrastructure projects. He receives regular instructions from engineering groups and state-owned enterprises before international and domestic arbitration institutions.
  8. Luming Chen
    JunHe LLP | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 4
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Band 5
  1. Chao Yang
    5
    Chao Yang
    Haiwen & Partners
    Haiwen & Partners | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 5 |
    Yang 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.
  2. 5
    Haifeng Li
    JunZeJun Law Offices
    JunZeJun Law Offices | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 5 |
    Li Haifeng of JunZeJun Law Offices is a dispute lawyer who specialises in investment and IP areas. He is noted for his knowledge in international arbitration.
  3. Huafang Zhu
    5
    Huafang Zhu
    Hui Zhong Law Firm
    Hui Zhong Law Firm | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 5 |
    Zhu Huafang has joined Hui Zhong Law Firm in August 2023. She represents clients from the real estate and construction, finance and energy sectors in arbitration cases before CIETAC, SCIA and BAC.
  4. Ke Hu
    5
    Ke Hu
    Jingtian & Gongcheng
    Jingtian & Gongcheng | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 5 |
    Hu Ke has a notable practice in the domestic arbitration space. Additionally he offers advice on cross-jurisdictional matters, such as those seated in the SIAC and ICC. His sector knowledge spans corporate, real estate and energy.
  5. Vincent Mu
    5
    Vincent Mu
    Llinks Law Offices
    Llinks Law Offices | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 5 |
    Vincent Mu maintains a notable practice in the dispute resolution space. He is regularly engaged by domestic entities in the areas of investment and finance.
  6. Zhiqiang (John) Zou
    5
    Zhiqiang (John) Zou
    Dacheng Law Offices, LLP
    Dacheng Law Offices, LLP | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Band 5 |
    Zou Zhiqiang is an experienced litigator based in Shanghai who acts on a range of disputes concerning construction, product liability and investment. He is also increasingly active in arbitration cases. His enviable clientele includes real estate developers and securities firms.
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Up and Coming
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    Jingjing Chen
    Haiwen & Partners
    Haiwen & Partners | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Up and Coming |
    Chen Jingjing operates out of Haiwen & Partners' Shanghai office. She offers assistance in arbitration and litigation cases that involve financing and product liability issues. She acts for both domestic and international entities.
  2. U
    Rocky (Chaoyi) Ji
    East & Concord Partners
    East & Concord Partners | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Up and Coming |
    Rocky Ji leads the dispute resolution practice in 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.
  3. Huili Zhao
    JunHe LLP | Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (PRC Firms)
    2023 | Up and Coming