Legal Solutions for Business and Life in China
A Guangzhou-based team of PRC-qualified lawyers serving international companies and individuals. We advise on cross-border transactions, dispute resolution, compliance, and criminal defense—clear, practical, and business-oriented.
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We help international clients across three core areas: trading with China, investing in China, and criminal defense for foreigners. From commercial deals to civil and criminal matters, we provide clear, practical advice.
Due diligence, contract design, performance monitoring, and dispute resolution—including China litigation and international arbitration (CIETAC). For companies importing from China, exporting to China, or managing China supply chains.
Learn moreForeign investment review, WFOE and joint venture setup, China company registration, corporate compliance, and day-to-day legal advisory. For international companies setting up or operating in China.
Learn moreUnderstanding China’s criminal process, suspect rights, and the role of a lawyer. We assist foreign nationals and their families when facing investigation or prosecution in China.
Learn moreA focused team of PRC-qualified lawyers helping international clients invest in, trade with, and operate in China—contracts, disputes, compliance, and market access.
China company formation, WFOE, JV, M&A, commercial contracts, and corporate governance for foreign investors.
Learn moreChina litigation, CIETAC arbitration, cross-border commercial disputes, and enforcement of foreign judgments.
Learn moreChina labor law, employment contracts, disputes, expat hiring, and HR compliance for foreign-invested enterprises.
Learn moreChina trademark, patent, copyright registration and enforcement. IP strategy for brands entering the Chinese market.
Learn moreChina regulatory compliance, data privacy, anti-corruption, and white-collar defense for multinationals.
Learn moreChina criminal law defense for individuals and corporations. White-collar crime, commercial fraud, and cross-border criminal matters.
Learn moreEstate planning, trusts, succession, and family law for international clients with China assets or connections.
Learn moreMarket access negative list, foreign investment approval, encouraged industries, and regulatory guidance for investing in China.
Learn moreInternational clients trust Zhang&Partners for China legal matters.
“Zhang&Partners provided clear, practical China legal advice for our expansion and helped us understand both Chinese law and foreign investor needs.”
“The team combines deep local expertise with international standards. They helped us resolve a complex cross-border commercial dispute efficiently and transparently.”
“Zhang&Partners defended me in a criminal case in China. They protected my rights at every stage of the proceedings and helped me achieve a fair outcome.”
Four featured guides from our Guangzhou team. View all guides & resources — including criminal defense, family law, Canton Fair, dispute resolution, and more.
Practice credentials, firm backup, and fee letters in writing—before you retain someone for litigation, contracts, or compliance.
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A four-step framework: who is the real counterparty, is the supplier still operating, can you prove your claim, and should you negotiate, sue, or pursue other channels?
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Which shipments need PRC export approval, dual-use sensitivity, one-declaration rules, and how to allocate license risk in your purchase contract.
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When China suppliers cite feedstock hikes or force majeure after your deposit—CISG fundamentals, notices, and protecting your position.
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