AWARDS

“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."

“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.’

Maarten Roos

Chen Yun (Market-Leading Lawyer)

Robin Tabbers

Kathleen Cao (Market-Leading Lawyer)

Victoria Lei

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

R&P China Lawyers is a foreign-oriented PRC-licensed law firm that was established in 2010. The firm’s core focus is in inbound corporate and M&A, as it often advises its foreign clients on China market entry, establishing joint ventures and project development.

The firm has a strong focus on retail and real estate related retail mandates. Over the research period, it acted in corporate mandates in the retail, healthcare, pharma and food and beverage sectors.

“Outstanding!” – M&A

"Prompt feedback and very focused towards obtaining practical solutions for the client." – M&A

"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." – M&A

"They provide advice that I can understand in simple actionable terms." – M&A

"Very knowledgeable. Very responsive. Nice to work with.  Able to bridge the gap between Chinese and EU parties/uses/culture." – M&A

"R&P are always responsive, professional and succinct in their advice. We would not be where we are today without their expertise and wisdom." – M&A

"Hands-on; quick response time; access to partners." – Private Equity

"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." – Private Equity

"Quick communications, proactive, knowledgeable.” – Restructuring

“R&P provides great value for the rates it charges. The firm is very good at providing direct feedback in a timely manner with concise instructions optimised for making decisions on how to best do business in China." – Project development

"R&P China Lawyers is very approachable, hands-on and provides very practical and useful advice. It has exceptional market knowledge and is good value for money." – Project development

“Quick replies; efficient; combines in depth local knowledge with a hands on attitude; not afraid to take a position; good understanding of local culture; solid legal quality.”

“[R&P] has a great network, is practical, hands on, and understands Western and Chinese values while being efficient and reliable.”