The arrangement is expected to be formalised in the next month. After that time, the firms will share office space. The two firms are also expected to look into ways in which they can co-operate outside Hong Kong. Jingtian & Gongcheng is know for its securities and banking work provided through its team of some 90 partners and 185 other lawyers.

Consistently recognised

Mayer Brown has 1,500 lawyers in 19 offices around the world, including two China offices in Beijing and Shanghai. Jingtian has offices in Beijing, Chengdu, Shanghai and Shenzhen. According to Chambers and Partners, Jingtian has been 'consistently and widely recognised for its excellence and leadership in various areas of practice'. Sources: The Lawyer and Chambers