The dispute resolution, international projects and corporate department at King & Wood is well-versed in a wide range of WTO and trade issues. The team has extensive experience advising on WTO dispute settlements, trade remedy investigations and treaty negotiations on behalf of the Chinese Government. Xinyu Liu has particular expertise in export controls, sanctions and customs matters. Cheng Liu undertakes trade remedy investigations, representing Chinese exporters and multinational companies in US, EU and Chinese-initiated investigations. Zhenghao Li specialises in WTO dispute settlements and routinely acts for the Chinese Government. Xiaopeng Feng is a key contact for customs and trade compliance issues while Yunfeng Jing advises on both international sanctions and Chinese anti-sanction laws. Jin Xiao and Chang Su are also recommended.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
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- 'Very strong international practice, one of the few firms that can comfortably handle sophisticated international clients.'
- ‘What makes KWM stand out is the broader angle than the legal angle. They really support on all relevant levels for a specific case or challenge, which I have not often seen before.’
- 'What surprised me is the level of financial and model knowledge that the KWM has. It is not just legal support but also support regarding data sharing and model building.’
- ‘Team is well-rounded and capable with a good network regarding edge case questions.'
- ‘KWM covers a wide range of trade law issues such as WTO, antidumping, and customs.'
- ‘Zhenghao Li and Chang Su always provide professional, useful and inspiring ideas and suggestions.’
- ‘K&W team is very active in international trade law, especially in WTO-related issues, it closely monitors the latest developments in international trade policies.'
- ‘Superior responsiveness and support.’
- 'K&W team is good at factual and legal research, especially excellent in drafting and handling complicated cases.’
Key clients
- Solutia Therminol Co., Ltd., Suzhou
- Bolid Jewelry (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd.
- ASSAB Tooling Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
- Guangdong Province Lawyers Association
- Hainan Provincial Party Committee (Office of the Free Trade Port Work Committee)
- Martell & Co.
- Pernod Ricard (China) Trading Co., Ltd.
- Pernod Ricard (China) Spirits & Wines Co., Ltd.
- Campari (Beijing) Trading Co. Ltd.
- VION Boxtel B.V.
- Solutia Therminol Co., Ltd., Suzhou
- Bolid Jewelry (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd.
- ASSAB Tooling Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
- Guangdong Province Lawyers Association
- Hainan Provincial Party Committee (Office of the Free Trade Port Work Committee)
- Martell & Co.
- Pernod Ricard (China) Trading Co., Ltd.
- Pernod Ricard (China) Spirits & Wines Co., Ltd.
- Campari (Beijing) Trading Co. Ltd.
- VION Boxtel B.V.
Work highlights
Provided legal services to Bolid Jewelry (Guangzhou) Co., Ltd. The company faced a comprehensive customs audit and potential referral to anti-smuggling authorities due to suspected imbalances in its processing trade manual imports.
Advised on the upgrading of Sichuan Changhong Electronic Holding Group Co., Ltd's existing U.S. export control system in line with the latest U.S.-related control and sanctions laws and regulations.
Representing Martell & Co. and its affiliates in the Antidumping Investigation Initiated by MOFCOM on the Imports of Certain Brandy from the EU.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Xinyu Liu
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Chang Su
Other key lawyers
Xinyu Liu; Zhenghao Li; Xiaopeng Feng; Yunfeng Jing; Jin Xiao; Chang Su