Zhong Lun Law Firm is particularly strong in disputes with a PRC nexus, frequently advising corporates, financial institutions, and high-net-worth individuals on complex cross-border litigation. Co-chair Frederick Hui, a Solicitor Advocate with Higher Rights of Audience, is well regarded for his expertise in commercial litigation and white-collar crime. Fellow co-chair Gilbert Leung adds strength in shareholder, insolvency, banking, and real estate disputes. Terence Luk further broadens the practice with specialist knowledge in matrimonial and probate litigation.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The firm is massive, pre-eminent in this area.’

  • ‘I deal with Fred Hui. Fred is an amazing character, an incredible rainmaker who brings in fantastic cases.' 

  • ‘Familiar with cross border dispute resolution. Knows how to handle clients from Mainland China.’

  • ‘Friendly and approachable with in-depth knowledge on particular areas.’

  • ‘Zhong Lun has a deep bench and excellent team in my experience. ’

  • ‘Fred Hui is my main contact. He has a very commercial approach to dispute resolution and pays careful attention to both commercial objectives and budgets. ’

Key clients

  • Bank of China
  • Falcon Insurance Company
  • China Resources Group
  • China Minsheng Investment
  • China Minsheng Banking Group
  • ShineWing Hong Kong
  • Kaisa Group
  • Da Vinci Limited
  • BDO Hong Kong
  • eBay Marketplaces GmbH
  • Sing Tao Group
  • Qingdao Guolin Environmental Technology

Practice head

Frederick Hui; Gilbert Leung

Other key lawyers

Terence Luk; Clara Leung; Serene Lam; Simon Leung