Dorsey & Whitney LLP's mainland China litigation practice focuses on cross-border, commercial dispute proceedings, including US-related civil, commercial, administrative and criminal matters, as well as IP disputes and US securities litigation. Heading up the China dispute resolution practice from Beijing, Ray Liu is a specialist in high-stakes disputes, US litigation, international arbitration, and cross-border government and criminal investigations. Providing key support, Justin Wang is experienced in commercial litigation and arbitration.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Clients are very pleased with the service provided by the Dorsey team. They are very professional lawyers - responsive, proactive, and they provide invaluable strategic advice.’
  • They are particularly good at quickly understanding complex legal issues and developing customised plans to achieve clients’ goals.’
  • ‘Clients value their meticulousness, willingness to collaborate, and ability to communicate effectively on legal matters.’
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  • ‘Compared to other international law firms, Dorsey is one of the best. Their commitment to providing high-quality legal services, expertise in cross-border litigation, and attention to detail make them a top choice for clients seeking legal representation in this area.’
  • ‘Excels in the field of litigation, and they have a deep understanding of legal and business fields.’

  • ‘Ray Liu is highly respected in the legal circles of both the US and China, and is particularly good at handling cross-border disputes. He is known for providing clients with tailor-made plans and strategic advice, which has earned him the praise and trust of many high-end international clients.’

  • ‘Ray Liu's outstanding legal skills and his outstanding ability in communication and interpersonal relationships make him a great asset to any team or client.’

Key clients

  • China Huarong International Holdings
  • China Huarong Asset Management Co
  • China Orient Asset Management (International) Holding
  • Bank of China
  • China Construction Bank
  • TikTok Pte
  • ByteDance
  • PICC Property & Casualty Company
  • Ingevity Corporation
  • CITIC Agri Fund Management Co
  • Longping Agriculture Science Co
  • Nongfu Spring Co

Work highlights

  • Represented TikTok (and its parent company ByteDance) in a significant trade mark infringement case.
  • Representing an overseas investment vehicle and the subsidiary of China Huarong Asset Management Co in a commercial dispute in the High Court of Hong Kong, which concerns a note purchase agreement.
  • Acted for PICC Property & Casualty Company (as well as a number of its insureds) in major civil actions, product liability litigation and coverage disputes.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ray Liu

Other key lawyers

Justin Wang