Mergers & Acquisitions
M&A is one of the fastest growing areas of law in China. Foreign investors increasingly seek to make strategic investments in order to help strengthen their competitive position on the Chinese market. One of the key issues associated with M&A in China is the hidden risks and liabilities, particularly when acquiring state-owned enterprises.
To alleviate these concerns, we perform in-depth due diligence reviews of the target company. Our extensive experience enables us to develop the most advantageous transaction structure for our clients.
 
International Trade Practice
In China’s trade environment, international trade issues such as antidumping and antitrust play an increasingly important role.
Once antidumping cases have been initiated, our team of specialists assists companies to successfully defend dumping allegations and to minimize the likelihood of dumping duties being imposed.
The growing importance of antitrust issues in China means that it is now crucial that foreign enterprises structure their investments in accordance with applicable antitrust legislation and remain aware of future risks.
 
Dispute Resolution – Mediation, Arbitration and Litigation
The evolving Chinese legal framework, the cultural differences between business partners and the divergent business expectations, mean that disputes are often unavoidable. The involvement of Chinese parties in such disputes makes it essential to have an understanding of how Chinese dispute resolution mechanisms work.
The China Practice Group has a proven track record in representing clients in proceedings before the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC). One of the members of our China Practice has been appointed as a CIETAC arbitrator.
We also assist clients to resolve litigious disputes, working in close cooperation with well-established Chinese law firms. Lawyers in our Hong Kong office represent clients in cases before Hong Kong courts and tribunals, as well as in China.

Last update: 18. April 2008