Zhao Sheng Law Firm

Through its seamless joint operation with Linklaters, Zhao Sheng Law Firm provides ‘pragmatic’ advice on PRC and international antitrust matters. Recognised for its regulatory knowledge and close ties to regulators, the team advises domestic and global clients on merger control, foreign investment reviews, EU foreign subsidies filings, investigations and litigation across sectors including pharmaceuticals, technology, automotive, consumer goods and energy. Practice heads Xi Liao advises Chinese state-owned enterprises and private companies on regulatory challenges, including multi-jurisdictional FDI reviews, while Arthur Peng focuses on complex merger filings (including remedy cases), investigations and compliance. Also, co-head Fay Zhou, a trusted advisor to the Chinese government with experience at the Ministry of Commerce, leads complex merger filings, litigation and investigations. Qiuying Zheng handles merger control, FDI reviews for major transactions and conduct investigations by Chinese authorities.