Lawyers specializing in the construction sector play a significant role in shaping and developing the infrastructure of China. As international firms venture into China’s construction arena, the need for skilled and experienced construction lawyers is more pronounced than ever. This article aims to shed light on ten of China’s most interesting and accomplished lawyers representing international law firms in the industry. Each attorney featured has their unique expertise and offers invaluable services to their clients, ranging from dispute resolution, procurement matters, regulatory issues to infrastructure development.
These legal professionals provide not just representation, but strategic advising, proactive problem-solving, risk management and a deep understanding of the interplay between legal and business implications. As China continues to develop and expand its socio-economic landscapes, these distinguished lawyers will continue to pave the way, providing sound counsel for various stakeholders in the construction industry.
Read on to discover more about these construction law specialists, their backgrounds, and the firms they represent. Every attorney represented here brings a profusion of insight and skill that enriches the legal landscape of Chinese construction law.
Martin Downey
Martin Downey is the head of HFW’s construction department where he supervises mandates from a broad spectrum of public bodies and government entities. Renowned for his proficiency in construction matters, he focuses on litigation, arbitration and mediation.
Malcolm Chin
Active in representing clients in construction disputes and procurement matters, Malcolm Chin at MinterEllison LLP is a popular choice of counsel among government entities, developers and contractors.
Stanley Lo
As a consultant at Deacons, Stanley Lo consistently advises on construction and infrastructure dictates, a service that has earned him widespread acclaim and a rank among top construction legal advisers this year.
Kian Heong Hew
Recognised for his longstanding experience in advising on complex construction projects and arbitrations, Kian Heong Hew of Herbert Smith Freehills receives widespread acclaim from clients.
May Ng
Featuring a multifaceted construction practice, May Ng at DLA Piper Hong Kong aids clients with infrastructure development and dispute handling, making her the counsel of choice among developers and contractors.
Joseph Chung
Providing advocacy in an array of construction disputes is Joseph Chung of Deacons, who has a broad practice and was previously a barrister before becoming a solicitor.
Tom Fu
Tom Fu at Mayer Brown is known for his active advice on various cross-border construction projects and regulatory issues, splitting his time between the firm’s Hong Kong and Beijing offices.
Ilan Freiman
Co-chairing the construction department at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP, Ilan Freiman exhibits expertise in handling large-scale urban development and infrastructure projects.
Ben Bury
Enjoying a rising reputation in the legal market, Ben Bury of HFW is commended for his advice on construction matters spanning across Asia from the firm’s Hong Kong and Singapore offices.
K K Cheung
Credited for his considerable expertise in handling engineering defects and contractual claims, K K Cheung also handles cross-border disputes and leads the construction practice at Deacons.
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