On October 21, 2024, Asian Legal Business (“ALB”) announced its China Regional Ranking: Yangtze River Delta Firms. JunHe was recognized in the ranking as a non-local firm. JunHe partner YAO, Yunke was honored as a Yangtze River Delta Rising Lawyer (Non-local).

As one of the powerhouses of China's vibrant economy, the Yangtze River Delta region (YRD) showcases its immense vitality and potential. JunHe’s Shanghai office, as the firm’s pioneer in East China’s legal market, provides legal services to clients around the globe. The establishment of JunHe’s Hangzhou office has further expanded the firm’s presence in the YRD region. To enhance their effectiveness, the two offices coordinate with each other to serve clients in this region. With their exceptional expertise, flexible cross-region collaboration, rich experience, and innovative solutions, JunHe’s Shanghai and Hangzhou offices have made outstanding achievements in many areas. Our lawyers can provide clients with integrated and professional legal services in the financing for take-private transactions, cross-border M&As, asset restructuring, and complex disputes.

Ms. Yao graduated with honors from Columbia Law School and was named a James Kent Scholar. She joined JunHe in 2021. Ms. Yao has advised many listed and non-listed companies on their M&As, sales transactions, restructurings, foreign investments and divestments, daily corporate affairs, as well as private equity and venture capital investments. She has played a key role in several high-profile large transactions, demonstrating her outstanding expertise and extensive experience in the commercial law. Ms. Yao excels in managing multiple workflows in complex transaction environments and providing clients with precise legal advice. She is adept at solving complicated problems with innovative thinking. With her excellent negotiation skills and coordination capabilities, Ms. Yao has effectively protected clients' interests in different transaction structures. Her professionalism and experience make her a trusted counsel in commercial law-related matters.

JunHe has practiced in the East China region for 30 years and this year also marks the 30th anniversary of the establishment of JunHe’s Shanghai office. JunHe will continue to write its own unique story on the economically prosperous and culturally rich land of East China.