Herbert Smith Freehills LLP’s team works in tandem with the firm’s broader network in mainland China to assist clients with complex construction disputes, and the group has a strong reputation for its expertise in the infrastructure area. Under the leadership of the recently promoted partner Murphy Mok, the team is well-versed in advising on a broad spectrum of construction matters, including contractual issues, project finance and implementation. Li has a solid track record in handling transactional and contentious construction mandates. Hew Kian Heong left the firm in December 2023, and Michelle Li departed in December 2024.
Testimonials
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‘The staff has a high professional background and quality, the billing method is flexible and can meet customer needs in many aspects, and the overall cost-effectiveness and preferential strength is large. The team members can handle complex business problems and have good business logic.'
‘The Herbert Smith Freehills team is known for its strong international legal background, cross-cultural communication skills and deep understanding of the local market. Their professionalism and insight in handling complex cross-border transactions, dispute resolution and compliance issues is one of the characteristics of their business. The team is particularly good at combining international best practices with the Chinese legal environment to provide clients with tailor-made solutions.'
Key clients
- China Machinery Engineering Corporation
- China Petroleum Pipeline Engineering Co., Ltd.