HHP Partner, Yao RAO, Named in CBLJ's The A-List 2023-24 Growth Drivers in China
We are thrilled to announce a momentous achievement for HHP Attorneys-At-Law that reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence in legal services. Mr. Yao RAO, one of our esteemed partners, has been named among the elite legal professionals – “Growth Drivers” in China’s legal market in the 2023-24 edition of "The A-List " by the renowned legal publication, China Business Law Journal.
The A-List is a meticulously curated directory compiled by the editorial team of China Business Law Journal through extensive research and evaluation. This year, the A-List awards introduced three distinct categories: Visionaries; Growth Drivers; and Rising Stars. Each category recognizes elite lawyers for their outstanding performance in the past year. Growth Drivers represent the key players in law firms ‒ the stalwarts with rich practice experience and profound legal acumen. These seasoned lawyers are active at the forefront of the market, boasting outstanding reputations and robust revenue-generating capabilities.
Since commencing his practice in 2002, Yao Rao has played a pivotal role in assisting multinational corporations with mergers and acquisitions in China, providing comprehensive legal support for their day-to-day operations. His expertise extends to guiding numerous Chinese enterprises in overseas acquisitions and complex projects in construction and real estate. Yao’s exceptional business acumen and efficient legal services have garnered widespread recognition in various fields, including corporate and M&A, cybersecurity and data protection, labor and employment, construction and real estate, ESG compliance, and more.
Yao's proficiency in cross-border legal services has earned him a coveted place in the Ministry of Justice's National Thousand Talent Program of foreign-related lawyers. His accolades include recommendations from various legal directories and media outlets:
Chambers: Ranked lawyer in Corporate/M&A, Data protection, Corporate/Commercial law
Legal 500: Recommended lawyer in Corporate/M&A, Data protection
ALB: Client Choice Top 20 Lawyers
asialaw: Leading lawyer in Corporate/M&A, Construction and real estate, Labor and employment
IFLR 1000: Highly recommended lawyer in M&A, healthcare, and mining industries
China Business Law Journal: The A-List China’s Top Elite Lawyers
"The A-List" is a distinguished recognition, celebrating leaders who drive business development, propel market competition, and create genuine value for clients. Yao's inclusion underscores his outstanding achievements, leadership in the legal profession, and ability to adapt swiftly to the dynamic changes in the legal market.
CBLJ review: “With impressive track records, they excel in business development and drive intense market competition. Battle-tested and armed with acute insights, they can swiftly comprehend and master the dynamic changes in the legal landscape. Renowned for their exceptional professional capabilities, they not only create tangible value for clients but also contribute significantly to the sustained growth of their respective law firms.”
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Yao for this well-deserved honor. His dedication and expertise continue to elevate our firm's standing, reaffirming our commitment to providing exceptional legal services.
