City Development Law Firm is recognised for its strength in construction-related advisory work, demonstrating a strong balance of ‘expertise, resources, and efficiency’. Zhongchun Song and Ya Zhu are key practice heads, and Zhu specialises in construction engineering and contract disputes, while Song focuses on non-contentious matters and dispute resolution in infrastructure, construction, and real estate. Lai Wei handles complex transactional disputes, including cross-border matters.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Lawyer & team quality
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Testimonials
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- 'This team balances expertise, resources, and efficiency. The team partners, senior attorneys, and assistants work closely together to meet our diverse service needs.'
- 'This team is professional, dedicated, and highly trustworthy. Their professionalism is reflected in the fact that they provide comprehensive, detailed, and persuasive analyses of every legal issue and case we encounter, tailored to the specific circumstances of each case.'
Key clients
- China Nuclear Industry 23 Construction Co Ltd
- Huizhou Huisheng Real Estate Development Co Ltd
Work highlights
Represented China Nuclear Industry 23 Construction Co Ltd on a chemical project construction dispute against their subcontractor.
Practice head
Wanquan Shao; Zhongchun Song; Rubo Han; Pengzhou Shi; Ya Zhu
Other key lawyers
Lai Wei