Han Kun Law Offices is relied upon by both Chinese companies and international investors for a broad range of overseas capital markets transactions, including IPOs, follow-on equity, and debt offerings. The team is particularly active in secondary listings, advising major clients in the TMT, healthcare and life sciences sectors. The department’s leadership is shared between Shenzhen-based Jason Wang, Jianhui Li and Bing Xue, Hong Kong-based Dafei Chen and Tao Li, and is rounded out with the support of Shanghai-based Ping Xu. Wang regularly assists with listings on the NASDAQ, while Xue recently advised on a high-value de-SPAC listing. Chen has been active in the debt market, acting for e-commerce companies, where Li and Xu are knowledgeable on overseas stock exchanges. Chaoying (Charles) Li is well-versed in cross-border bond and note offerings, and Yijun Chao handles offerings for clients in the automotive industry.
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Testimonials
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‘The team is professional and flexible.'
‘Han Kun's capital markets team fully demonstrated its expertise during the IPO process. With a deep understanding of capital market rules and relevant national laws and regulations, they were able to accurately identify solutions to every issue during the IPO process, adapting and refining them to the client's specific circumstances, precisely grasping their needs. The Han Kun team provides clients with efficient and professional legal services and demonstrates strong risk management and communication, and coordination skills throughout project execution.’
‘Attorney Hanmeng Li's meticulous and rigorous approach to work, maintaining focus and calm judgment even under high-pressure work environments, earns him the trust of his clients. During my interactions with Attorney Li, he emphasised close collaboration within the intermediary team, ensuring precise coordination between all links. He also listened openly to clients' needs and created the greatest value for them.’
‘Han Kun is professional, efficient, responsive, and rigorous.'
'From a market perspective, Han Kun Law Firm's legal services capabilities in the AI field demonstrate a significant competitive advantage, exemplified by its in-depth coverage and professional integration of "AI's full lifecycle legal needs." The team is comprised of highly skilled individuals with both technical understanding and legal insight.'
‘Attorney Chen Keye and the Han Kun team maintained a rigorous and professional service attitude, diligently addressing the company's inquiries and conducting due diligence. Consequently, when the company approached us for the follow-on offering at the end of last year, we immediately turned to Han Kun's domestic team. They responded quickly, answering every question and addressing every client need; their legal advice was also very professional and pertinent."’
‘Han Kun's team boasts comprehensive, deep, and innovative expertise in US stock listings. Leveraging a deep understanding of regulatory policies and compliance, they serve as a key advisor to companies' strategic decision-making. Their strengths extend beyond traditional legal review to include proactive risk assessment, identifying key issues in advance and providing optimal recommendations to help companies complete their IPOs.'
'Han Kun's legal team accurately grasps key compliance issues in the industry and provides integrated "legal + business" solutions. Han Kun's team seamlessly adapts to ad-hoc tasks during projects, rapidly responding to needs and ensuring timely and high-quality delivery. ’
- 'Han Kun's attorneys possess profound professional expertise and industry insights. They are not only well-versed in legal text but also offer comprehensive "law + business" solutions from a strategic perspective, becoming true strategic partners for clients rather than mere service providers. They are not only exceptional legal advisors, but also trusted strategic advisors and driving force for industry advancement; such lawyers naturally stand out and are irreplaceable. ’
- 'Jin Wang and Jiaxin Liu are professional, efficient, and have excellent communication skills. Most importantly, they have a deep understanding of the industry and companies, have established an excellent foundation of trust with the company, and have provided favorable support and excellent services in multiple capital market projects.'
Key clients
- J.P. Morgan
- Goldman Sachs (Asia) LLC.
- Credit Suisse Securities (USA) LLC
- UBS Securities Hong Kong Limited
- BofA Merrill Lynch
- Meituan
- Innovent Biologics
- iQIYI
- Tencent Music Entertainment Group
- NIO Inc.
- Lotus Technology Inc.
- AsiaInfo Technologies Limited
- KE Holdings Inc.
- Li Auto Inc.
- Zhihu
- Autohome
Work highlights
Represented Baidu in its RMB10 billion offshore bonds and US$2 billion exchangeable bonds offering.
Advised JD.com Inc. on its US$2.0 billion convertible senior notes, offering as the PRC counsel of the joint bookrunners.
Advised NIO Inc. on its HK$4.03 billion offering of shares as PRC legal counsel.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Bing Xue
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Haoxiang Wang
Practice head
Dafei Chen; Zhe (Jason) Wang; Tao Li; Bing Xue; Ping Xu; Jianhui Li
Other key lawyers
Chaoying (Charles) Li; Yijun Chao; Hanmeng Li; Keye Chen; Jin Wang; Jiaxin Liu