“Rich knowledge and expertise in advising on foreign direct investment, corporate restructuring, joint venture establishment and liquidation. A popular choice for small and mid-sized foreign companies with regard to their investment and operation in China.” Distinguished practitioners Maarten Roos and Robin Tabbers were recognized as key foreign legal councilors of the practice.
“Well equipped to advise on a wide range of issues incorporating foreign direct investment, corporate restructuring, joint venture establishment and liquidation. Standout expertise in the media and retail sectors, assisting international companies with their investments and operations in China. ”
“We expect to get service in a timely manner and they deliver that.”
“They have a practical approach, very open-minded in coming up with ideas.”
"I personally appreciate they’re walking the extra mile and that you get straightforward answers instead of ‘it depends’”.
"I am very impressed with the team's speed and accuracy of response, knowledge of the subject matters and commercial understanding around sensitive topics."
2023 – Greater China Region – Corporate / Commercial
2022 – Greater China Region – Corporate / Commercial
2021 – Asia-Pacific – Corporate / Commercial
2020 – Asia-Pacific – Corporate / Commercial
2019 – Asia-Pacific – Corporate / Commercial
2018 – Asia-Pacific – Corporate / Commercial
2017 – Asia-Pacific – Corporate / Commercial
2016 – Asia-Pacific – Corporate / Commercial
2015 – Asia-Pacific – Corporate / Commercial
2014 – Asia-Pacific – Corporate / Commercial
2013 – Asia-Pacific – Corporate / Commercial
“R&P China Lawyers is described as ‘outstanding when compared with more established and branded firms’; it ‘always provides a prompt and informed answer on any topic’ and has ‘deep insights into the market, and good local knowledge’.”
‘The lawyers at R&P are very knowledgeable in many different areas of the law in China, they communicate clearly with clients and understand their challenges.’
‘R&P lawyers represent a good balance between local and overseas lawyers and advisors. This puts them in a unique position of being able to accurately translate the needs and concerns of overseas companies to local applicable laws, regulations and practices. This is something that is particularly important in a country like China, where the concept of law often differs significantly from overseas.’
‘From the top directorship down, the consistent professionalism and knowledge across the R&P teams are outstanding! The coordination between the team members and their specialist fields on joint projects provides a very efficient practice.’
2022 – Labour and Employment
2021 – Labour and Employment
2020 – Labour and Employment
2018 – Labour and Employment
2011 – 2017 Corporate and M&A
Maarten Roos
2019 – Corporate and M&A; Dispute Resolution; Intellectual Property
2018 – Corporate and M&A; Dispute Resolution; Intellectual Property
2017 – Corporate and M&A; Dispute Resolution; Intellectual Property
2016 – Corporate and M&A; Dispute Resolution; Intellectual Property
2015 – Corporate and M&A; Dispute Resolution; Intellectual Property
2014 – Corporate and M&A; Dispute Resolution; Intellectual Property
2013 – Dispute Resolution; Corporate Governance
2012 – Corporate and M&A; Dispute Resolution; Corporate Governance
2011 – Corporate and M&A; Dispute Resolution
2009 – Corporate and M&A; Dispute Resolution
2008 – Corporate and M&A; Dispute Resolution
Chen Yun (Market-Leading Lawyer)
2021 – Notable practitioner, Corporate and M&A
2020 – Notable practitioner, Corporate and M&A
2019 – Leading Lawyer, Corporate and M&A
2018 – Leading Lawyer, Corporate and M&A
2017 – Leading Lawyer, Corporate and M&A
2016 – Leading Lawyer, Corporate and M&A
2015 – Leading Lawyer, Corporate and M&A, Dispute Resolution
2014 – Leading Lawyer, Corporate and M&A
Robin Tabbers
2019 – Corporate and M&A; Labour and Employment
2018 – Corporate and M&A; Labour and Employment
2017 – Corporate and M&A; Labour and Employment
2016 – Corporate and M&A
2015 – Corporate and M&A
2014 – Corporate and M&A
Kathleen Cao (Market-Leading Lawyer)
2020 – Notable practitioner, Corporate and M&A
2019 – Leading Lawyer, Corporate and M&A
2018 – Leading Lawyer, Corporate and M&A
2017 – Leading Lawyer, Corporate and M&A
2016 – Leading Lawyer, Corporate and M&A
Victoria Lei
2020 – Notable practitioner, Banking and finance
2019 – Leading Lawyer, Banking and Finance
2018 – Leading Lawyer, Banking and Finance
2017 – Rising Stars, Corporate and M&A
2017 – Rising Stars, Labour & Employment
2016 – Leading Lawyer, Corporate and M&A
Feedback about individual lawyers received from our clients:
“Not afraid to advise clients on next steps - contrary to many other lawyers.” - Maarten Roos
“Good communication, good teamwork.” - Robin Tabbers
“Excellent in helping to navigate Western companies through practical issues in dealing with China.” - Rogier van Bijnen
2021 – Corporate / M&A, Labour & Employment, Consumer Goods and Services, Industrials and Manufacturing, Regulatory
2020 – Corporate / M&A, Labour & Employment, Consumer Goods and Services, Industrials and Manufacturing, Regulatory
2019 – Corporate / M&A, Labour & Employment, Consumer Goods and Services, Industrials and Manufacturing, Regulatory
2018 – Corporate / M&A; Dispute Resolution; Intellectual Property
2017 – Corporate / M&A; Dispute Resolution; Intellectual Property
2016 – Corporate / M&A; Dispute Resolution; Intellectual Property
2015 – Corporate / M&A; Dispute Resolution
2014 – Corporate / M&A
2013 – Corporate / M&A
2012 – Corporate / M&A; Dispute Resolution
2011 – Corporate / M&A; Labour & Employment
The firm has a focus on the M&A practice. It advises corporate and private equity clients on a broad spectrum of corporate matters as well as on cross-border and domestic M&A transactions. Over the research period, it acted in retail, real estate related retail and corporate mandates in the retail, healthcare, pharma and food and beverage sectors.
Client feedback: 32nd Edition (2022/2023)
M&A
“They provide me with answers in a way that I can understand without needing to have a law degree. They give me straight answers and good advice when I ask.”
Financial restructuring
“R&P is a very well-resourced firm that can answer most corporate law issues without delay and with a very reasonable quote.”
Client feedback from previous editions
M&A
“Outstanding!”
"Prompt feedback and very focused towards obtaining practical solutions for the client."
"They have many local resources to provide up-to-date advice for their clients and they have dedicated lawyers that will get the job done no matter the constraints."
"They provide advice that I can understand in simple actionable terms."
"Very knowledgeable. Very responsive. Nice to work with. Able to bridge the gap between Chinese and EU parties/uses/culture."
"R&P are always responsive, professional and succinct in their advice. We would not be where we are today without their expertise and wisdom."
Private Equity
"Hands-on; quick response time; access to partners."
"Talented team with a diverse set of skills. Commercially focused. Knowledgeable on local practices. Well-connected across Shanghai and Beijing and able to work with local authorities to gain insight into policy and policy enforcement. Always quick with support. Remove complexity for clients. Easy to work with. Simple and clear billing."
2023 – M&A, Maarten Roos (Notable Practitioner)
2022 – M&A
2021 – M&A
2020 – M&A
2018 – M&A, Project Development, Financial & Corporate
2017 – M&A
2014 – M&A
2013 – M&A
2012 – M&A
Employer of Choice
2012 – Employer of Choice Award
Maarten Roos
2018 – M&A in China
2018 Awards
2018 – Top 3 Law Firm in China for German Business
Excellent firm serving Expo 2010
2010 – Excellent firm serving Expo 2010
