Celia Luan
Jincheng Tongda & NealSpearheaded by Elsie Shi and George Yu from Beijing, the Jincheng Tongda & Neal practice draws upon its ‘rich experience’ when advising on the formation of insurance joint ventures, day-to-day compliance measures, and insurance fund investment. The Beijing-based team has in-depth expertise in both litigation and arbitration of insurance disputes, with Shi specialising in insurance company establishment and foreign investment. Yu is an expert in private equity and general corporate representations, Elizabeth Lan Lan acts for multinational financial and industrial groups, whilst the Dalian-based duo of Tong Zhao and Yang Yi predominantly focus on shipping disputes and international commodity trade. Wenxiao Liu is also noted for his corporate finance knowledge.
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‘The team is stable and has rich experience in insurance projects. They can provide all-round legal support to help clients achieve business goals while ensuring compliance.'
Key clients
- ERGO
- Groupama
- Chubb Limited
- Allianz SE
- AXA-XL
- AIA
- Smart Thinking Consulting Management (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
- Pingan P&C Insurance Dalian Branch
Work highlights
- Advised ERGO on its increase of shareholding percentage in ERGO China Life Insurance (ECNL) from 50% to 65% by way of a combination of equity transfer and capital increase.
- Represented Groupama as its PRC legal counsel in connection with the transaction, including in the negotiation with Shudao of the new joint venture terms, the corporate governance documents, and etc.
- Helped Chubb Limited increased its stake from 47.3% to over 85% and became the controlling shareholder of HTG.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Eileen Liu
Jincheng Tongda & NealLeading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Elsie Shi
Jincheng Tongda & NealPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Elsie Shi, George Yu