Top Chinese law firm Commerce &Finance “open” to global alliance
Commerce & Finance (C&F), one of the leading ‘red circle’ firms in China, has signalled that it would consider the idea of a global alliance seriously.
C&F managing partner Li Hongji told The Lawyer: “Previously, the firm was resentful about the idea of having a formal or closer relationship with a particular international firm, for fear of losing out on opportunities working with others.”
“But there’s been a shift in our strategy and thinking. Now we have a more open mind about international alliances and associations.”
“We’d be happy to see a deal with a leading global firm, but so far there’s nothing formal on our agenda.”
The strikingly candid admission by one of China’s elite firms underlines the rapid shift within the PRC legal market following the tie-up between of Chinese firm King & Wood, Australian firm Mallesons Stephens Jaques and UK firm SJ Berwin.
Source: thelawyer- Top Chinese law firm Commerce &Finance “open” to global alliance
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