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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms) - China
4
Band 4
What the team is known for

Reed Smith's Hong Kong-based arbitration team is regularly called on to handle matters for clients from the Greater China region across a diverse spectrum of sectors. The team is experienced in advising clients across the real estate, renewables, pharmaceutical, shipping and transport sectors. It regularly cooperates with its offices in Shanghai and Beijing, in addition to drawing on its global presence to advise on complex cross-border matters.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Lianjun Li
4
Lianjun Li
4
Band 4

Li Lianjun has notable expertise in advising Chinese SOEs, with additional clients across the retail and shipping industries.

"He's a seasoned lawyer in the field of commercial and maritime arbitration and dispute resolution."

"Lianjun is extremely competent and on top of the case, and provides very helpful input."

"He is very good - a very sensible, no-nonsense kind of guy."

Matthew Townsend
U
Matthew Townsend
U
Up and Coming

Matthew Townsend is trusted by the market for his advice on an array of international arbitrations across the pharmaceutical, construction, tech and crypto sectors.

"He's a really nice guy who is certainly an arbitration specialist."

"He's really good and speaks Mandarin as well."

"Matthew Townsend is an excellent lawyer with a high attention to detail and very deep industry expertise. He helps deliver incredible value and results for clients."

"Matthew is an extremely bright and commercially-minded lawyer. He has an ability to advise on complex disputes in a practical and solutions-driven manner."

"Matthew is a rising star in international arbitration, particularly matters involving Mainland Chinese parties."

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Dispute Resolution: Arbitration (International Firms)

Lianjun Li
4
Lianjun Li
4
Band 4
Matthew Townsend
U
Matthew Townsend
U
Up and Coming