Investment and M&A
Chong Li’s partners and attorneys have participated in more than 100 equity investment and M&A projects, involving a total transaction value of over RMB 100 billion. These projects span a wide range of commercial contexts, including PE/VC equity investment, major asset restructurings and acquisitions in the capital markets, strategic industrial investments, and cross-border transactions.
Legal and Policy Analysis of Industry Access
Assessing market entry requirements, industry restrictions, and regulatory trends applicable to foreign investors to evaluate investment feasibility.
Design of Transaction Structures
Structuring transactions that align with legal and regulatory requirements while optimizing for business objectives.
Regulatory Approvals, Registrations, and Compliance Consulting and Assistance
Providing end-to-end support for foreign investment filings, approvals, foreign exchange registrations, antitrust reviews, and other regulatory processes.
Due Diligence on Projects and Partners
Conducting legal, financial, and reputational due diligence on investment targets and business partners.
Project Financing
Advising on financing structures and preparing financing-related legal documentation to support lawful and efficient capital deployment.
Drafting and Negotiation of Investment and Establishment-related Documents and Agreements
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating key investment documents such as joint venture agreements, articles of association, and shareholder agreements.
Equity Exit
Advising on exit strategies including equity transfers, liquidation, and asset disposals in the context of foreign investment.
Regulatory Assessment and Domestic Approvals
We assess the required domestic approvals and filings for each ODI project, including ODI filings, antitrust reviews, national security reviews, and cross-border data compliance, and assist clients in completing these procedures.
Matching Foreign Legal Resources
We leverage our legal network in Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia to recommend suitable foreign counsel based on project size and complexity.
Communication and Coordination with Foreign Counsel
We help clients communicate and coordinate with foreign lawyers, supervise their work, and ensure that the client’s business goals and legal requirements are clearly conveyed and implemented.
Multinational Legal Advisory with Foreign Counsel
Together with foreign counsel, we provide legal and regulatory advice on foreign investment policies, national security, antitrust, data compliance, foreign exchange, and labor regulations.
Legal Due Diligence
Conducting thorough legal due diligence on outbound investment targets in collaboration with foreign lawyers.
Establishment of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs)
Working with foreign service providers to establish SPVs or investment platforms when required.
Equity and Financing Structure Advisory
We advise on equity structures and financing mechanisms, including shareholder loans and cross-border guarantees.
Transaction Documentation Support
Assisting foreign counsel in the drafting, reviewing, and negotiation of all legal documents related to the ODI transaction.
Closing Support
Helping clients complete both domestic and cross-border closing procedures.
Transaction Structuring and Process Design
We design comprehensive transaction structures and workflows tailored to the specific nature and commercial goals of each investment or acquisition project.
Legal Due Diligence
We conduct in-depth legal due diligence on the investment target to identify legal risks and provide actionable mitigation strategies.
Drafting and Revising Transaction Documents
We prepare and review all necessary transaction documents to ensure legal soundness, compliance, and alignment with our client’s commercial interests.
Negotiation of Transaction Documents
We represent our clients in the negotiation of transaction documents, safeguarding their legal position and facilitating commercially favorable outcomes.
Antitrust Analysis and Filing Support
We perform antitrust analysis in accordance with applicable laws and assist with antitrust filings and communications with competition authorities, where required.
Closing Support and Regulatory Compliance
We assist with the closing process, including handling necessary regulatory approvals, filings, and procedures to ensure full legal compliance and project completion.
What Our Clients Say
"In the M&A field, the Chong Li partners' team covers the core needs of the company, efficiently providing solutions with a strong ability to consider the client’s perspective and exceptional problem-solving skills."