Corporate/Commercial: Guangdong: Contentious (PRC Firms) | Greater China Region

Dacheng Law Offices is a prominent firm with a national network of offices. The Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Shanghai and Nanjing offices field particularly strong corporate/commercial offerings. Dacheng's Guangdong team is especially skilled in real estate development projects and M&A transactions. It is well regarded for its capabilities in commercial dispute resolution, including arbitration and insolvency cases. Its broad bench offers experience in handling contentious and non-contentious matters concerning M&A, equity transfers and debt issuances.

Zhong Lun Law Firm is a prestigious firm which displays considerable strength across a variety of disciplines, including M&A, capital markets and projects. The Guangzhou and Shenzhen teams stand out for their experience in handling debt and equity issuances on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange as well as overseas investments. It is additionally well regarded for its prowess in corporate matters such as M&A, joint ventures, restructuring and financing. Its clientele includes leading entities in various sectors such as TMT, financial services and real estate.

AllBright Law Offices is well regarded in the market for its deep bench and high-quality partnership. The corporate team is particularly well reputed in the field of capital markets, covering domestic IPOs as well as bonds and notes. The firm has additional strength in commercial disputes as well as M&A. The Guangdong-based branch is particularly active in disputes relating to securities and investment transactions. The practice maintains a network of offices in the East Coast region, notably in Fuzhou, Shenzhen, Hangzhou and Nanjing. It counts major state-owned firms as well as private companies among its routine clients.

China Commercial Law Firm is equipped with a deep bench of respected practitioners in the domestic and Hong Kong capital markets spaces. It assists both public and private sector clients with a plethora of NEEQ listings, A-share IPOs and major asset restructurings. The team is regularly entrusted with governmental mandates in the region. It also handles commercial, civil and criminal litigation as well as customs issues.

Jingtian & Gongcheng is a respected national firm with a strong corporate practice in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hong Kong. The practice is highly regarded for its dexterity in assisting with acquisitions, private equity and Hong Kong listings. It maintains an active presence on domestic and overseas bond issuances. The firm also possesses respected dispute resolution capabilities. The Guangdong-based teams are highly sought after by domestic corporations and financial institutions.

King & Wood Mallesons is a highly reputed nationwide powerhouse with a sizeable bench on the East Coast, including Shenzhen, Guangzhou and Zhuhai. It regularly advises large SOEs and private companies on a full range of corporate matters, such as capital markets issuances, M&A, restructurings and bankruptcies. The law firm offers expertise in a diversity of dispute resolution mandates, including in finance, patents and trade marks. It remains a go-to choice for financial institution clients for a full spectrum of corporate and commercial transactions. The team maintains a standout offering in IPOs for both regional and national clients. It is increasingly active on construction and infrastructure projects in Shenzhen. It also noteworthy for the depth of its experience in multi-jurisdictional matters.

DeHeng Law Offices is a respected firm offering comprehensive corporate services to both domestic and international clients. It houses a deep bench of specialists in its Shenzhen office. Its expertise covers a broad array of issues including M&A, investment, joint venture establishment and investment funds. The Guangdong-based DeHeng team is particularly adept at handling both A-share and H-share issuances, representing issuers and underwriters. It is further experienced in dispute resolution, intellectual property, employment and real estate.

Llinks Law Offices' corporate practice advises on an array of commercial mandates, with particular strength in handling related disputes. It has a wealth of experience representing clients in both litigation and arbitration. The team comes recommended for its knowledge in financings, securities and investments. Aside from dispute resolution mandates, Llinks is also able to handle corporate transactions and is often instructed by large corporates and financial institutions.

Zhuoxin Law Firm is a boutique commercial law firm based in Guangzhou. It possesses established expertise in both inbound and outbound investment matters. The corporate group is also recognised for its expertise in corporate restructuring and IP matters. In addition, the team advises on litigation and arbitration. Its clientele includes private companies as well as state-owned entities.

DHH Law Firm houses a robust corporate and commercial team in its Guangzhou office. The team ably deals with contractual disputes over land leasing and construction projects. Its dispute resolution capability is often sought after to handle insurance contractual disagreements and intellectual property infringement.

Wang Jing & GH Law Firm is a boutique firm that has carved out a reputation for itself in real estate development. The team is also capable and active on complex commercial development and dispute resolution matters, particularly with regard to urbanisation and intellectual property. The firm has footholds in Los Angeles and Bangkok.

Yingke Law Firm houses a robust commercial practice in Guangdong. The firm is experienced in handling commercial disputes, administrative litigation and IP matters. It is particularly notable for its expertise in infrastructure, construction and real estate. The team is also sought after by corporates in the finance, insurance and technology industries.

Kingbridge Law Firm houses a sizeable team in Guangzhou active in a range of contentious issues such as real estate, construction, loan and IP disputes. It is regularly mandated by large local banks, securities and construction companies.