Direct lawyer handling · English communication · PRC legal representation
Foreign clients usually do not need to travel to China — we can represent you fully.
Marine equipment and industrial machinery disputes
Contract breaches involving international shipments
Supplier refusal to refund or compensate losses
Qingdao is one of China’s largest international port cities and a major export manufacturing center. Supplier disputes involving Qingdao frequently concern international trade, shipping, industrial manufacturing, and export compliance.
Regional Commercial Coverage:
Our legal team regularly assists foreign companies dealing with manufacturers, exporters, and suppliers located in
Qingdao,
Yantai,
Jinan,
and
Weifang.
These regions are among northern China's major export and industrial clusters for machinery, chemicals, agricultural products, industrial manufacturing, and international trade.
Legal Authority Across China:
Under PRC law, licensed Chinese lawyers may represent clients nationwide.
Our attorneys are authorized to represent foreign clients in
Qingdao,
Yantai,
Jinan,
and
Weifang
and throughout Shandong Province without requiring separate local admission.
Our Legal Services
Supplier dispute assessment and strategy
Demand letters and formal legal notices
Commercial litigation and arbitration in China
Asset preservation and judgment enforcement
Cross-border contract disputes
Corporate compliance and risk control
Intellectual property protection
Regional Service Areas
Cross-border legal representation for foreign companies dealing with suppliers,
manufacturers, exporters, and commercial disputes across Shandong Province.
Education: B.A., LL.M. License No. 13203202310662037 Languages: English · Mandarin Chinese · Japanese
Mr. Lyu has over a decade of continuous legal and commercial experience in cross-border business environments, combining private legal practice with substantial in-house counsel work. He is a PRC-licensed attorney and holds an LL.M. degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), with a multidisciplinary background in law, accounting, and international studies. He is fluent in English, Mandarin, and Japanese.
Since commencing full-time legal practice, Mr. Lyu has regularly advised foreign-invested enterprises and international clients on China-related legal matters, including cross-border trade disputes, supplier non-performance, intellectual property infringement, and corporate compliance. His practice spans litigation, arbitration, pre-litigation negotiation, and judgment enforcement, with case experience across major manufacturing regions such as Jiangsu, Shandong, and other provinces. He is particularly experienced in translating complex Chinese legal risks into clear, practical, and actionable strategies for international clients.
Prior to his formal admission to the PRC bar, Mr. Lyu served as in-house legal counsel to Xuruan Ltd., a technology company he co-founded in 2011. In this role, he was responsible for contract drafting and negotiation, intellectual property protection, compliance management, and dispute risk control in international transactions. This experience provided him with extensive, hands-on legal exposure to real-world business operations well before entering private legal practice, and continues to inform his pragmatic, business-oriented approach to legal problem-solving.
English Translation:
Name: Qiang Lyu
License No.: 13203202310662037
Qualification No.: A20203203022957
Admitted By: Department of Justice, Jiangsu Province
Date of Issue: September 23, 2025
Practice Type: Full-time Attorney
Law Firm: Jiangsu Huaihai Zhengda Law Firm
ID Number: [Redacted for Privacy]
Note: Sensitive personal information has been redacted in compliance with privacy best practices.
Liang Zhu
Attorney-at-Law (PRC)
Education: B.S., LL.B. License No. 13203202310613140 Languages: English · Mandarin Chinese
Mr. Zhu is a dual-qualified professional holding both a PRC legal license and a Senior Enterprise Compliance Officer certification. He earned dual degrees in Pharmaceutical Engineering and Law, and has prior experience in senior management at Weiwéi Group, a Fortune China 500 enterprise.
His practice focuses on commercial disputes involving construction, labor arbitration, product quality, and supply chain conflicts. He provides tailored legal support to foreign buyers dealing with Qingdao-based suppliers, particularly in evidence collection, on-site verification, and coordination with local authorities.
Mr. Zhu’s corporate background enables him to understand client operational realities and deliver pragmatic, business-oriented legal solutions.
Tao Dong
Attorney-at-Law (PRC)
Education: B.S., LL.B. License No. 13203202310603090 Languages: English · Mandarin Chinese
Mr. Dong is a PRC-licensed attorney with extensive experience in contract disputes, intellectual property enforcement, and corporate law. He began his legal career in 2008 at a major state-owned enterprise. Starting in 2014, he worked in Beijing on cross-border intellectual property and construction equipment matters.
Admitted to the Jiangsu Provincial Bar, Mr. Dong combines deep industry knowledge with practical litigation skills to resolve complex commercial disputes for both domestic and international clients.
Ke Yang
Attorney-at-Law (PRC)
Education: LL.B. License No. 13203202210417710 Languages: English · Mandarin Chinese
Mr. Yang is a PRC-licensed attorney specializing in government legal advisory, criminal defense, and family law. He holds a Bachelor of Laws and has served as legal counsel to various government agencies in Xuzhou and Peixian County, including departments responsible for urban management, market regulation, and housing.
Known for his strategic approach to litigation and his interdisciplinary understanding of law, finance, and public administration, Mr. Yang provides effective representation to both institutional and individual clients in complex legal matters.
Client Experiences
Representative matters. Past results do not guarantee similar outcomes.
“Custom marine equipment sourced from Qingdao failed contractual technical standards after delivery. Secured compensation through formal legal proceedings.”
Norwegian Marine Engineering Company
“Seafood products supplied by a Yantai exporter failed EU import compliance inspections. Successfully recovered losses through coordinated legal action.”
Danish Food Importer
“Agricultural machinery manufactured in Weifang failed operational testing shortly after installation. Obtained compensation after technical evaluation.”
Australian Farming Equipment Distributor
“A Qingdao tire supplier delivered products inconsistent with agreed specifications for export markets. Resolved dispute through structured negotiation.”
Canadian Automotive Parts Buyer
“Industrial control equipment supplied by a Jinan manufacturer failed contractual performance standards. Enforced settlement recovery successfully.”
Swedish Industrial Contractor
“Wine products sourced from Yantai differed substantially from approved commercial samples. Secured partial refund through legal pressure.”
French Beverage Distributor
“Qingdao exporter ceased communication after receiving advance payment for steel products. Asset preservation measures were initiated promptly.”
British Construction Materials Importer
“Bulk chemical products manufactured in Weifang failed purity requirements under EU standards. Successfully claimed damages after expert inspection.”
German Industrial Chemicals Company
“Yantai-based aluminum products supplier repeatedly delayed shipment after receiving deposit payments. Resolved dispute through coordinated enforcement.”
US Manufacturing Buyer
“Custom marine equipment sourced from Qingdao failed contractual technical standards after delivery. Secured compensation through formal legal proceedings.”
Norwegian Marine Engineering Company
“Seafood products supplied by a Yantai exporter failed EU import compliance inspections. Successfully recovered losses through coordinated legal action.”
Danish Food Importer
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — our firm can represent you in such matters. Under Chinese law, once the retainer documents are signed, we can act on your behalf to pursue contractual performance or compensation through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation.
Yes — Chinese lawyers are licensed to practice throughout the entire country. Even if your case is under the jurisdiction of a court outside Qingdao, we can still represent your interests.
Yes — we provide comprehensive legal services for mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, transaction structuring, contract drafting, regulatory filings, and post-transaction integration support.
If you decide to engage our services, please first pay a non-refundable engagement fee of $500. Upon receipt of this fee, we will prepare the complete set of retainer documents. The $500 engagement fee will be credited toward the lawyer’s fees for the services you subsequently engage us to provide.
Our legal fees depend on the complexity of each case. We typically charge an initial base fee at the commencement of the engagement, followed by a success-based fee calculated as a percentage of the settlement or award obtained (generally ranging from 6% to 18%).
As each matter is assessed on a case-by-case basis, please contact us by email or phone. We will provide a fee estimate based on the specific circumstances of your case.
Before signing the retainer agreement, you may reach us by email or phone. After the agreement is executed, you may contact us during business hours via WhatsApp, WeChat, or video conferencing platforms such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams.
Yes. Under Chinese legal and procedural requirements, original documents and evidence are generally required for formal legal actions, including litigation, arbitration, notarization, and evidence submission to courts or authorities.
Electronic copies or scans may be sufficient for preliminary review and case assessment, but original documents must be provided when a matter proceeds to formal handling, unless otherwise permitted by applicable law or agreed procedural arrangements.
Lyu & Associates will advise clients in advance on which originals are required, how they should be delivered, and how they will be safeguarded during the engagement.
In most cases, no. Once engaged, Lyu & Associates can act on your behalf under a valid power of attorney, handling communications, negotiations, filings, and procedural matters in China without requiring your physical presence.
Clients are only advised to travel to China in limited situations where personal attendance is legally required or strategically beneficial, which will be discussed and agreed upon in advance.
The duration of litigation in China depends on the complexity of the case, the court involved, the amount of evidence, and whether appeals or enforcement proceedings are necessary.
In general, first-instance commercial litigation in China may take approximately 6 to 12 months. More complex disputes, cross-border matters, or cases involving asset preservation, technical appraisals, or multiple defendants may take longer.
If a party files an appeal, second-instance proceedings may require several additional months. Enforcement proceedings after judgment may also extend the overall timeline depending on the debtor’s assets and level of cooperation.
Where appropriate, pre-litigation negotiation or settlement efforts may significantly reduce time and cost compared to formal court proceedings.
Lyu & Associates operates under a lead counsel model. As lead counsel, Qiang Lyu is responsible for client engagement, fee administration, case coordination, and ultimate professional accountability for all matters handled by the team.
Centralized payment to lead counsel ensures clear responsibility, consistent service standards, and effective coordination among PRC-licensed lawyers involved in a matter.
All legal services are provided by licensed Chinese attorneys and governed by written engagement agreements.
Client satisfaction and professional responsibility are taken seriously at Lyu & Associates. If concerns arise during an engagement, clients are encouraged to raise them promptly so they can be reviewed and addressed by lead counsel.
All engagements are governed by written engagement agreements, which define the scope of work, fee arrangements, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
Where appropriate, fees for unperformed work may be adjusted in accordance with the engagement terms.
As a PRC-licensed attorney, Qiang Lyu bears professional responsibility for client matters and remains accountable under applicable Chinese legal and professional regulations.
Under PRC law, lawyers must accept legal engagements through a licensed Chinese law firm.
Accordingly, client engagements with Lyu & Associates are formally documented under the law firm with which lead counsel Qiang Lyu is affiliated, using a complete set of PRC-compliant engagement documents, including Initial consultation record, engagement agreements, risk disclosure notices, and powers of attorney.
This structure ensures that all representation is legally valid, properly documented, and fully compliant with Chinese legal requirements.
Under PRC law, lead counsel Qiang Lyu is permitted to represent clients nationwide and does not require local counsel for geographic reasons.
In practice, collaboration with locally based PRC-licensed lawyers is often a strategic choice to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and risk control through peer review, joint analysis, and local procedural insight.
Where such collaboration is used, clients may be asked to sign coordinated engagement documents with a local law firm. This does not increase the client’s overall legal fees, and overall case management and ultimate professional responsibility remain with lead counsel Qiang Lyu.
All engagements are formally documented through licensed PRC law firms in compliance with Chinese law.
Under a lead counsel model, legal fees are commonly collected by lead counsel and internally settled with participating PRC-licensed lawyers, allowing clients to deal with a single accountable point of responsibility and avoiding fragmented payments.
This structure also facilitates cross-border payments, where foreign-currency receiving arrangements may require additional administrative procedures under PRC foreign-exchange regulations.
Clients who prefer to pay the contracting law firm directly may do so, subject to the firm establishing an appropriate foreign-currency receiving account. In all cases, written engagement documents apply, and ultimate professional responsibility remains with Qiang Lyu.
We regularly represent overseas importers, exporters, investors, and businesses engaged in cross-border trade or investment with China. Our clients include SMEs and mid-sized enterprises from North America, Europe, Australia, and Southeast Asia who require reliable, English-speaking legal representation in China for commercial disputes, contract enforcement, fraud recovery, and corporate transactions.
For practical insights on China supplier disputes and PRC legal procedures,
please refer to our
legal insights.
Contact – Qiang Lyu Attorney-at-Law (PRC)
📞 Tel: +86 187 9542 8064
📧 lvqiang[at]xuzhousoft.com
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💬 WhatsApp / WeChat: +86 187 9542 8064
We aim to respond to all legitimate legal inquiries within 24 hours.
Based in Xuzhou, Jiangsu Province, China. Serving foreign clients nationwide.
Address: Room A-508, Jindi Business Center No. 10, Zhongshan North Road, Gulou District, Xuzhou City, Jiangsu Province, China.
