English-Speaking Lawyers in Shanghai
Find English-speaking PRC lawyers in Shanghai. Browse by practice area — employment, corporate, family, dispute resolution, IP & more. Every profile curated by Peter Zhu.
Browse PRC-licensed lawyers in Shanghai who speak English. Shanghai is home to over 200,000 foreign residents and is China’s largest international business hub.
Shanghai Lawyers by Practice Area
- ⚖️ Employment & Labor Law — Labor disputes, termination, work permits, severance
- 🏢 Corporate & Business Law — WFOE, joint ventures, foreign investment, M&A
- 👨👩👧 Family & Divorce Law — International divorce, child custody, prenuptial agreements
- 🏛️ Dispute Resolution & Litigation — Civil litigation, CIETAC arbitration, commercial disputes
- 💡 Intellectual Property — Trademark, patent, copyright protection & enforcement
- 📄 Contract Law — Contract review, drafting, bilingual agreements, disputes
- 🏠 Real Estate — Property purchase, leasing disputes, foreign buyer rights
- 🛡️ Criminal Defense — Foreigner criminal representation, investigation, bail
- 🌏 Immigration & Visa — Work permits, residence permits, permanent residence
Featured Shanghai Lawyers
A selection of English-speaking lawyers in Shanghai
Jennifer Chen — Cross-Border …
Jennifer Chen, Partner at AllBright Law Offices Shanghai. Specializes in cross-border investment, M&A, corporate restructuring, and litigation/arbitration. Guest Professor at Shanghai International Studies University. Arbitrator at Beihai Court of International Arbitration.
Jing Zhang — Family Lawyer in …
Jing Zhang is a PRC-licensed Family lawyer in Shanghai. Jing Zhang is a family law partner at JunHe LLP, one of China's leading law firms, based in Shanghai. She handles complex divorce proceeding...
Ming Chen — Employment Lawyer in …
Ming Chen is a PRC-licensed Employment lawyer in Shanghai. Ming Chen is an employment counsel at Fangda Partners, one of China's elite law firms, based in Shanghai. With 12 years of experience, Ming ...
Robin Tabbers — Foreign Direct …
Robin Tabbers, senior lawyer at R&P China Lawyers Shanghai since 2010. LLM from Tilburg University. Previously at Baker McKenzie & Dentons Amsterdam. Legal 500 recognized. Specializes in FDI, M&A, employment, IP, and dispute resolution. Truly bilingual Dutch/English.
Sharon Shi — Cross-Border M&A & …
Sharon Shi, Senior Partner at AllBright Law Offices Shanghai and Hong Kong Consultant. Qualified in PRC, Hong Kong SAR, and England & Wales. National Top 1,000 Foreign-Related Lawyer. 20+ years in cross-border M&A and capital markets. ALB China Top Female Lawyer.
Wei Li — Corporate Lawyer in …
Wei Li is a PRC-licensed Corporate lawyer in Shanghai. Wei Li is a corporate partner at AllBright Law Offices, one of China's largest full-service law firms, based in Shanghai. With over 15 years...
Shanghai Legal FAQ
Common questions about finding and hiring a lawyer in Shanghai
How much does a lawyer cost in Shanghai?
Lawyer fees in Shanghai typically range from ¥1,500 to ¥5,000 per hour for English-speaking PRC lawyers, depending on experience and specialization.
Can foreign lawyers practice in Shanghai?
Foreign lawyers cannot practice PRC law in Shanghai courts. Only PRC-licensed lawyers can appear before Chinese courts. Foreign lawyers may work as consultants at international law firms.
How do I verify a Shanghai lawyer's license?
You can verify a Shanghai lawyer's license through the local Bar Association website or the national PRC lawyer query system. Every lawyer listed on ChinaLawList has been verified.
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