King & Wood Mallesons (KWM) dispute resolution team advises domestic banks, asset management companies, trusts, insurance companies, among others, on the resolution of financial disputes for many years
KWM covers traditional financial disputes over securities, trusts, insurance, notes, letters of credit, financial loan contracts, and financial lease contracts. Additionally, KWM specialises in dealing with various new types of financial disputes, including:
- Private equity fund dispute resolution
KWM has a team of experienced professionals dedicated to private equity fund dispute resolution. KWM enjoys a high degree of customer satisfaction and recognition in the field. We have represented clients in disputes over capital contribution to private equity funds, equity, exit, liquidation and distribution, and other disputes arising from private equity fund investment. We assist clients in fighting for their rights and interests and recovering losses by means of business negotiations, litigation, and arbitration.
- Bond defaults
With extensive experience in dispute resolution concerning bond defaults, KWM represents bond issuers, underwriters, and other intermediaries, bondholders and other relevant entities to protect clients’ legitimate rights and interests.
- Disposal of non-performing debts
KWM has a wealth of experience and an excellent track record in non-performing loans (NPL) collection and represents banks, trusts, fund companies, and other creditors to recover their property by various means to protect the rights and interests of clients.
- Trusts and trust dispute resolution
KWM has long studied and engaged in the trust practice. By analysing the causes of asset-side and capital-side disputes under different transaction structures, KWM provides and helps implement solutions to safeguard clients’ interests.
- ABS defaults
KWM has long been involved in the issuance, management and settlement of asset-backed securities (ABS). KWM has a deep understanding of the legal relationships concerning ABS and the relevant participants’ rights and obligations and their legal liabilities. In an ABS default, KWM can provide comprehensive legal services based on clients' specific needs and respond appropriately to any possible litigation or arbitration brought by counterparties.
- Securities compliance and litigation
KWM was one of the first law firms to practice securities compliance in China. We can help clients fully respond to and handle relevant administrative, civil and criminal proceedings arising from securities violations.
- Crisis response and criminal compliance in the asset sector
KWM has substantial experience helping clients respond to government investigations, such as those by financial regulators, industrial and commercial administrations, and judicial authorities. In any emergency, we are ready to be a reliable partner and will actively coordinate with government authorities, media and public relations agencies.
