HHP Honored Rankings in Chambers Greater China Region Guide 2024
The globally renowned legal directory, Chambers and Partners, has recently unveiled the 2024 edition of the Greater China Region Guide. We are thrilled to share the news that HHP Attorneys-At-Law has once again secured a prominent position in this esteemed guide, underscoring our commitment to delivering exceptional legal services and our sustained excellence in the ever-evolving legal landscape.
Our noteworthy rankings in the Corporate M&A, Technology, Media, and Communications: Data Protection & Privacy, as well as Corporate/Commercial in the Shanghai region highlight our firm's profound expertise in these crucial business domains. Moreover, our esteemed partner, Mr. Yao Rao, has garnered well-deserved recognition for his outstanding professional prowess and exemplary client testimonials in these three key areas.
Ranked Practice Areas
Corporate/Commercial: Shanghai (Band 2)
Corporate/M&A (Band 5)
TMT: Data Protection & Privacy (Band 4)
Ranked Individual: Yao RAO
Corporate/Commercial (Band 2)
Corporate/M&A (Band 4)
TMT: Data Protection & Privacy (Band 3)
Corporate/Commercial
Corporate and Commercial has been the core practice area of HHP since its establishment. Year after year, we have earned the prestigious Band 2 recommendation in the Chambers rankings, solidifying our position as a leading player in this domain. In the 2024 Guide, HHP has been recommended again as one the 23 ranked PRC law firms in Shanghai.
Chambers Review:
What the team is known for
HHP Attorneys-At-Law is recognised by clients and peers alike for its deep knowledge and expertise in the commercial law arena. The team frequently assists foreign and domestic clients with M&A, finance, greenfield investments, market entry and employment issues in China. It is routinely mandated to advise on commercial dispute resolution and cybersecurity matters. The firm is also a member of the legal network Meritas.
Strengths
"They are efficient and can deliver the results that we want, even exceeding our expectations."
"They are best known for corporate and commercial work as well as arbitration."
Notable practitioners
Rao Yao has a respected practice and experience dealing with a broad range of corporate and commercial issues, including M&A, corporate restructuring and share purchasing. He also advises Shanghai-based corporate clients on data protection compliance.
“Rao Yao has a very deep understanding of the laws and regulations. He is very good at explaining to us the risks of different courses of action so that we can meet our business needs."
Corporate and M&A
HHP offers a comprehensive array of legal services catering to M&A transactions and restructuring, emphasizing a commitment to supporting investors across a spectrum of industries, notably those operating in highly regulated sectors. Our Corporate and M&A practice has consistently earned recognition from numerous reputable legal directories and media outlets.
Chambers Review:
What the team is known for
HHP Attorneys-At-Law is a prominent Shanghai-based boutique team with a noted ability to advise corporate clients in the Shanghai area on both M&A transactions and private equity investments mandates. The firm also provides expert advice on data protection regulatory compliance.
Strengths
"They are a good team which may provide strong legal support in a broad range of legal matters, in each of which the HHP team has a deep understanding."
"They demonstrated advanced legal skills in identifying and mitigating risks, as well as ensuring our interests were protected throughout the deal."
Notable Practitioners
Rao Yao is a proactive transactional and corporate lawyer. His practice covers the acquisition and disposal of corporate assets as well as corporate restructuring projects. He is also well regarded for his data protection expertise.
"He has an impressive business acumen that allows him to quickly identify potential issues and develop innovative solutions."
"He always communicates complex legal issues in a clear and concise manner."
TMT: Data Protection & Privacy
Privacy protection and data compliance is one of the practice areas that HHP has focused on in recent years. HHP provides clients with a full range of data and privacy legal services with its constantly updated knowledge system and continuously enhanced service capabilities. This is the first time that HHP and HHP lawyer have been included in the Chambers Data Protection & Privacy Ranking, where a total of 15 PRC law firms and 31 individuals were recommended this year. HHP and HHP Partner, Yao Rao, have been ranked in Band 4 and Band 3 respectively.
In recent years, privacy protection and data compliance have emerged as key focus areas for HHP. The firm continuously enhances its knowledge base and strengthens its capabilities to provide clients with comprehensive legal services in data and cybersecurity. HHP has achieved recognition in the Chambers Data Protection and Privacy rankings for two consecutive years. The ranking highlights 18 PRC law firms and 36 Chinese lawyers, with HHP and its partner, Yao Rao, securing the Band 4 and Band 3 respectively.
Chambers Review:
What the team is known for
HHP Attorneys-At-Law is a local Shanghai-based law firm which regularly advises corporate clients on data auditing and data protection compliance matters. The firm is a favourite choice of local counsel for foreign companies operating in Shanghai, particularly European multinationals.
Strengths
"Their coverage of work is very broad; they don't just focus on only one aspect of the work. They are very professional in their service."
"There is smooth communication through calls and emails, and high efficiency as well with immediate responses."
Notable practitioners
Yao is an accomplished partner who routinely advises corporate clients on data auditing and data protection regulatory compliance matters. He is a favourite choice of counsel for domestic and foreign clients operating in Shanghai.
"Rao Yao has a very deep understanding of the laws and regulations. He is very good at explaining to us the risks of different courses of action so that we can meet our business needs."
"Rao Yao has very good abilities. I have a high evaluation of him."
Chambers and Partners, headquartered in London, have been ranking the best lawyers since 1990. The guide of Greater China Region focused on the legal service market of China is based on the research conducted by full-time researchers of Chambers, well known for its objectivity and neutrality. The research also includes talking to lawyers and clients all the year round, conducting in-depth telephone interviews.
As always, our heartfelt gratitude goes to our dedicated staff, esteemed business associates, and valued clients for their unwavering support. As we step into the new year of 2024, we remain steadfast in our commitment to the core values of "Teamwork, Quality First." Rest assured, we will continue to deliver high-quality and effective legal services, adapting seamlessly to the evolving legal landscape. Your trust is our greatest motivation, and we look forward to another year of successful collaborations.
