Han Kun Law Offices has extensive experience in conducting complex M&A mandates. The firm has an incredible client base, including Chinese internet platforms, international automotive manufacturers, and life science companies. David Tang has notable experience of advising Fortune 500 Global and other multinational corporations on their investments and acquisitions and is also experienced in corporate compliance and data protection, particularly relating to cybersecurity and personal information protection. Paula Liu acts for multinationals and local companies in their strategic acquisitions and other corporate transactions. Gloria Xu is another key name to note, who recently advised Baidu in its $3.6bn acquisition of YY’s PRC operations. Chaoying (Charles) Li, Aaron Zhou, and Zaiguang Lu are also highly recommended.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team at Han Kun shows great diligence and conscientiousness in their work.’
- ‘We are very satisfied with Han Kun's service and professionalism in the fields of automobile industry, industrial manufacturing, and chemical industry. We found that Han Kun lawyers deeply understand the characteristics of our industry and the changes and challenges the industry is currently facing. They are always customer-oriented and provide customers with professional and efficient solutions.’
- ‘Han Kun has always maintained the highest standards and is worthy of the reputation of China's top law firm.’
- ‘Han Kun offers strong support for Western clients. They show great understanding of Western needs when establishing a China subsidiary.’
- ‘The team at Han Kun provides high-quality work and constructive solutions in very complex corporate matters and M&A transactions. We are impressed by their extremely strong responsiveness to client demands. The team is very capable of communicating and drafting in English, which is important in serving multinational clients and dealing with cross-border transactions.’
- ‘We mainly work with Aaron Zhou and his team. Aaron Zhou is well-versed in corporate, M&A, licensing, as well as compliance matters. Aaron is very accountable and is always available to provide prompt support in complex matters. He is a skilled problem solver and can put the right teams together to get things done.’
Key clients
- Heineken
- Tencent
- Tencent Music Entertainment Group
- Marriott
- Baidu
- JD.COM
- Gao Hua Securities
- FountainVest Partners
- Volkswagen (China) Investment Company Limited
- KPS Capital Partners
- American Express Global Business Travel
- Air Products (NYSE:APD)
- The Jordan Company
- TH International Limited
- Wallaby Medical Holding, Inc.
- National IC Industry Investment Fund Phase II Co., Ltd.
- JD Property Group Corporation
- Corporate Service Company
- ECARX Holdings Inc.
- Inmagene
- Symrise (China) Investment Company Limited
- Ameriforge International S.A.R.L.
- bioMerieux
- Linden Capital
- Lotus Technology Inc.
- Navitas B.V. (“Navitas”)
- Rockwell Automation
- Pierre Fabre
- Hoya Medical
- Founder of China Pearl Global Limited
- CITIC Capital
- Philips (China) Investment Co, Ltd.
- Toppan Photomask Co., Ltd.
- Henlius
- Hyster-Yale Group
- InterContinental Hotels Group plc (IHG)
- Lincoln Electric
- Value Retail
Work highlights
- Advised JD Property Group Corporation in its acquisition of China Logistics Property Holdings Co., Ltd.
- Advised TH International Limited on its overseas listing and offering on Nasdaq via a business combination with a special purpose acquisition company.
- Acted for Wallaby Medical Holding, Inc. in its acquisition of Phenox GmbH and Femtos GmbH.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Cheng Chen
Han Kun Law OfficesLeading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Chaoying (Charles) Li
Han Kun Law OfficesShuting Qi
Han Kun Law OfficesNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Zaiguang Lu
Han Kun Law OfficesAaron Zhou
Han Kun Law OfficesPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
David Tang, Paula Liu, Gloria Xu