King & Wood specialises in real estate and construction law, advising clients on real estate investment and financing, for which Meidong Xing is a key contact. Xing also provides services such as legal due diligence, transaction structuring, negotiation, and project risk assessment. Chen Hua leads on new urban development, highway and wind energy projects, while Xiaolei Ren supports complex projects, frequently acting on behalf of government authorities, listed companies, and financial institutions.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
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- 'The team can discern hidden legal pitfalls and provide timely and effective mitigation strategies tailored to specific business scenarios, mitigating risks before they arise'.
- 'Their dual strength of "efficient solution delivery and precise risk mitigation" not only demonstrates the team's exceptional professionalism but also reflects their highly collaborative teamwork, making them a reliable legal support system for clients in complex business environments.'
- ‘King & Wood Mallesons' legal team is a practical legal force specialising in real estate and infrastructure, new energy and traditional energy investment, financing, mergers and acquisitions, distressed real estate project financing and debt restructuring, and corporate compliance and risk management.'
- 'Always driven by client needs and focused on achieving their goals, the team is committed to providing comprehensive support and guidance. Through years of dedicated practice, they have accumulated extensive industry experience and case studies.'
- 'Facing complex legal and compliance challenges, they leverage their deep understanding of the industry landscape to quickly identify key issues and develop solutions, effectively navigating complex transactions for their clients. Even more commendable is the team's ability to accurately predict and proactively mitigate potential legal risks.'
Key clients
- GE Healthcare
- Marriott International
- Keppel Land (Shanghai) Management Co Ltd
- SCPG Group
- Goodman
- Shanghai Homing Swallow Group
- EC World Asset Management Pte Ltd
- Vanke
- Centurion Corporation Limited
- OUE Real Estate Investment Trust
Work highlights
Advised GE Healthcare on their customised R&D facility project in Tianjin.
Advised Youngor Group on its acquisition over Intime Commercial Group.
Represented SCPG Group on issuing consumer REITs in infrastructure.
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.
Meidong Xing
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Chen Xi
Practice head
Harry Du
Other key lawyers
Meidong Xing; Chen Hua; Ren Xiaolei