International Trade/WTO (International Firms) | Greater China Region

Steptoe houses a renowned Beijing-based group that works closely with the firm's headquarters in Washington, DC. The group is recognised for its prowess in international trade disputes and strong standing in the China market. The team has a wealth of experience litigating on big-ticket mandates at the WTO, and is noted for representing Chinese clients in trade remedy cases in the USA and EU.

Hogan Lovells operates a well-regarded international trade practice from its bases in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing, handling a wide range of trade matters, including export controls and economic control matters. The team also possesses capability in advising on trade policy and trade remedy matters involving China, Asia, Europe and the USA. The firm has additional expertise in customs matters, especially in providing regulatory compliance advice regarding imports. Hogan Lovells is frequently sought after by multinational companies and domestic companies alike.

The Hong Kong-based international commercial and trade group at Baker McKenzie actively engages in customs valuations and product classification matters, projecting regional presence through its joint operation with FenXun Partners in Shanghai. The firm also advises on WTO rules and assists clients with trade disputes with the Chinese authorities. The team regularly represents clients in sanctions, export controls and cybersecurity issues as well as compliance and regulatory-related matters. Clients also benefit from the ability of the team to advise on supply chain regulations, including assessing customs compliance risks in supply chain restructuring.

Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher fields a compact Hong Kong-based team with a heavy focus on export control, sanctions and supply chain compliance. It attracts clients from the financial services industry, including national financial institutions. While leveraging its traditional strength as a financial regulation powerhouse in the USA and Asia, the firm also serves transit operators, energy companies and other clients outside the financial services industry.

Eversheds Sutherland houses an experienced team of international trade practitioners, offering on-the-ground presence from its offices in Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing. It leverages its international network of trade specialists and is frequently mandated to advise on sanctions and export control related issues relating to the USA and China, as well as various jurisdictions in the EMEA region. Its network of clients includes international airlines, real estate conglomerates, healthcare companies and defence manufacturers.