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

Dewell & Partners is a long-standing Wuhan-headquartered powerhouse that offers expertise on a wide spectrum of matters, including financial disputes, PPP and urban development. It is retained by major local SOEs on contract reviews and other day-to-day issues, and often provides advice to government bodies at various levels. The team frequently assists local clients with regulatory compliance, arbitration and joint venture mandates. It offers notable knowledge in handling high-value disputes.

Zhong Lun Law Firm is a longstanding and active player in the central China market, with a balanced offering of both contentious and non-contentious matters. Singled out for its extensive expertise in the real estate and infrastructure sphere. The team is also regularly mandated by clients from the technology, automotive and engineering sectors. Its clients benefit from its solid local knowledge and cross-border capabilities, as well as resources from its national network.

East & Concord Partners fields an established national practice with an on-the-ground presence in Hubei. The team is highly regarded for its deft skills in handling local PPP, funds and acquisitions, in addition to a strong offering in dispute resolution, often acting for real estate developers and construction companies. East & Concord Partners is also notable for its fast-developing intellectual property practice.

Grandall Law Firm has a noteworthy practice in the central China market, with particular expertise in capital markets. The team is singled out for its excellence at IPOs and other securities issuance and offers additional advice on commercial litigations, restructuring and insolvency. The team is frequently sought after by clients from the healthcare, real estate and manufacturing sectors.

Yingke Law Firm has a decent commercial practice advising on negotiations and disputes with contracts and shareholders. The team is also good at assisting with restructurings, liquidations and IPOs, as well as acquisitions and investments. Yingke is often sought after by SOEs, government bodies and private companies across varied industries including construction, shipping and financial services.