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Provided by Herbert Smith Freehills

The dedicated construction team at Herbert Smith Freehills is known for handling high-value construction disputes and transactions. As part of the firm's globally integrated construction practice, the team is very adept at handling multi-jurisdictional matters, including China outbound and inbound projects. With a diverse list of clients covering multi-national corporations and Chinese SOEs, it has a strong track-record of advising investors, employers and contractors on complex construction mandates. The team is valued for its ability to deliver practical and commercial solutions seamlessly across English, Mandarin and Cantonese. It has particular expertise in handling disputes in infrastructure, energy, hospitality, mining and resources sectors.

Chambers Review

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Construction (International Firms) - China

4
Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills houses a dedicated construction team with experts based in its Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong offices. It is particularly well versed in handling outbound construction work for domestic clients. The firm possesses capability in contentious mandates, advising on arbitrations regularly. It is also capable of advising on project tendering and related risk analysis. The team is highly sought after for its expertise in the energy and infrastructure spheres.

Notable practitioners

Murphy Mok is a key contact for clients.

Strengths

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This is a strong, full-service international law firm with strong cross-border capabilities. They are able to respond in a timely manner and provide various legal services that meet our requirements. 

Construction (International Firms) respondent
Greater China Region

The Herbert Smith Freehills team handled the complex issues well and has a considerably strong breadth and depth of knowledge.

Construction (International Firms) respondent
Greater China Region

Members

Provided by Herbert Smith Freehills

Murphy Mok