China Practice

Debevoise’s China Group is based in Hong Kong and Shanghai, but also includes a number of lawyers from its international offices with specific experience advising on China related matters.

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Client Highlights

  • American International Group in its joint venture with PICC Life Insurance Company to distribute life insurance and other insurance products in China.
  • Debevoise Advises CDH Investments in the formation of CDH Fund V, a $2.6 billion China growth capital fund.
  • China Life Insurance Company Limited, China’s leading life insurer listed on the New York Stock Exchange, Hong Kong Stock Exchange and Shanghai Stock Exchange, in the fulfillment of its ongoing compliance obligations under the U.S. securities laws as a reporting company.

Ranked as a top-tier firm for Investment Funds: Private Equity across the Asia-Pacific region.

"Debevoise & Plimpton is a market-leading elder in the funds space. It does the highest-calibre work."

"Debevoise & Plimpton's insights were instrumental in developing a commercially viable legal strategy for us."

—Chambers Asia-Pacific, 2026


Ranked in the top tier for Investment Funds and ranked as a leading firm for Corporate (including M&A), Insurance, International Arbitration, Private Equity, Litigation, and Anti-Corruption & Compliance work in Hong Kong.

‘Strong and deserved reputation.’

‘The team is well known for working for some of the biggest blue-chip clients in the region and having some of the brightest minds in the industry.’

"They are always available and know the latest developments in law and policy. They are a fantastic team with an eye for detail, capable of delivering the best results."

—The Legal 500 Greater China, 2026


Ranked as a leading firm for Financial Services, Insurance, Investment Funds, Litigation and M&A.

“Their performance has been extraordinary in all areas.”

“The excellent team are highly strategic and technical, with great communication.”

“It does the highest calibre work.”

—Chambers Greater China, 2026

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