The Legal 500
Tier 1 · 2026
Regional coverage: Other notable firms in Shenzhen
Institutional Platform
Guangdong Zhuojian Law Firm
An overview of the institutional resources and professional platform supporting Jay Chen’s China-related legal practice.
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Law Firm Overview
A full-service Chinese law firm with nationwide capabilities
Guangdong Zhuojian Law Firm is a large partnership law firm founded and developed in Shenzhen. The firm combines a Shenzhen headquarters with a broad branch network, multidisciplinary practice resources and an integrated operating model.
Jay Chen can coordinate relevant firm resources where a matter requires lawyers from different practice areas or locations.
Independent Recognition
Selected Rankings & Recognition
Guangdong Zhuojian Law Firm has received recognition from international legal directories, professional publications and industry organisations, reflecting the firm’s established presence and capabilities across a range of legal practice areas.
International Legal Directories
Chambers and Partners
Band 6 · Greater China Region 2026
Restructuring/Insolvency (PRC Firms)
Legal Industry Recognition
China Business Law Journal
Best Overall Law Firms (Shenzhen)
2023, 2024 and 2025 · Homegrown firms
Asian Legal Business
2024 ALB China Top 15 Local Firms in South China
Included in ALB’s regional ranking of local law firms.
Professional and Institutional Recognition
National Outstanding Law Firm
All China Lawyers Association
2011–2014 award cycle · Awarded in 2016
Guangdong Foreign-Related Law Firm Roster
Guangdong Lawyers Association · 2024
Selected for the provincial roster of law firms providing foreign-related legal services.
Selected Firm Matter
Recognised Transactions & Matters
Shenzhen Grandland Group Restructuring
China Business Law Journal — Deals of the Year 2023
Liquidation, Bankruptcy and Restructuring
Guangdong Zhuojian Law Firm served as the bankruptcy reorganisation administrator for Shenzhen Grandland Group. The listed company faced debts exceeding RMB 16.4 billion; its restructuring involved an investment of more than RMB 800 million by Shenzhen SEZ Construction Group.
China Business Law Journal included the matter in its Deals of the Year 2023. The recognition relates to the transaction and the work of the participating legal teams.
The rankings, awards and recognised matters presented above relate to Guangdong Zhuojian Law Firm or its relevant practice teams unless expressly stated otherwise. They do not represent individual rankings or awards received by Jay Chen.
Why Zhuojian
Institutional strength for complex China-related matters
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Nationwide Presence
A broad branch network supports coordination across major commercial regions in China.
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Institutional Strength
Substantial lawyer resources, professional departments and dedicated committees.
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International Collaboration
Cross-border cooperation with overseas legal and professional advisers.
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Full-Service Capability
Coordinated support across corporate, trade, compliance, IP and dispute resolution matters.
Institutional Strength
Resources behind every engagement
Figures shown reflect the firm’s April 2026 profile.
860+Lawyers
27Branch Locations
26Professional Committees
360+Legal Service Products
Integrated Service Delivery
Professional resources organised for practical execution
Multidisciplinary Expertise
Practice departments and professional committees bring together lawyers with complementary legal, commercial and sector experience.
Knowledge-Enabled Practice
Knowledge management, internal training and standardised legal service products support consistent delivery.
Technology-Enabled Practice
Digital systems and legal technology support internal coordination and efficient legal work.
Our Culture and Commitment
A culture of professionalism, responsibility and collaboration
Zhuojian is committed to creating value for clients while contributing to the advancement of the rule of law.
The firm’s culture emphasises professionalism, integrity, teamwork and continuous learning. Lawyers across practice areas and locations work together to deliver legal services with diligence, care and accountability.
Legal Culture and Social Responsibility
Preserving legal heritage and promoting public legal education
The Shenzhen Zhuojian Legal Museum presents legal history and culture through exhibitions, educational programmes and public engagement. It is a distinctive part of the firm’s commitment to legal culture and social responsibility.
- Approximately 750 m² of exhibition space
- 12 exhibition halls
- 433 exhibits
Need Support Requiring Broader China Resources?
Jay Chen can coordinate relevant lawyers and practice resources of Guangdong Zhuojian Law Firm where a matter requires multidisciplinary or multi-location support.