The location of the Han Kun London office. Photo courtesy of Han Kun Law Offices
Following the establishment of its Hangzhou office on 10 April, Han Kun Law Offices has recently launched a new office in London, which commenced operations on 22 April. This marks the firm’s first office in Europe and will significantly enhance its service capabilities in the UK and across the region.
The London office is Han Kun’s 11th office globally and its fifth office outside the Chinese mainland, in addition to Hong Kong, Singapore, New York and Silicon Valley.
The new office is located in the historic Royal Exchange building in the heart of London’s financial district. Paul Li, the resident partner of the London office, said in a press release: “Based in the City of London, Han Kun London is committed to making a robust contribution to fostering the deepening economic, trade and legal co-operation between China and the UK.”
Li is qualified in England and Wales, and has more than 20 years of practice experience in China and the UK, focusing on banking and finance as well as inbound and outbound investment. He was recognised multiple times in China Business Law Journal’s “The A-List: Visionaries”。
According to the press release, the London office will advise on cross-border investment involving English law, banking and finance, corporate compliance, asset management, intellectual property, and international litigation and arbitration.
Chen Dafei, a member of Han Kun’s management committee, said in the press release: “The launch of Han Kun London is a crucial step in Han Kun’s internationalisation strategy. Under the shared objective of serving the overseas expansion strategy of Chinese enterprises, Han Kun London will collaborate closely with Han Kun’s other domestic and international offices to provide more timely and efficient professional support for clients operating in the UK and Europe, as well as those involved in cross-border transactions with Chinese elements. This will meet our clients’ needs with respect to commercial transactions, investments, and dispute resolution in multi-jurisdictional contexts.”