Translator：Wang Yichun

In June 2021, a dispute emerged between Company A, a Chinese-funded entity based in Singapore, and Company B, a prominent music platform in India. Citing alleged copyright infringements, Company B sought legal redress against 14 firms, including Company A, in the Delhi High Court of India, demanding damages amounting to a staggering 5 billion rupees (equivalent to 430 million RMB). This placed Company A in the precarious position of potentially disbursing significant compensations and enduring extended litigation in India.

After seeking representation from Landing Law Offices, the Landing team in India promptly enlisted the expertise of Mr. Ravish Singh for the defense. Chinese lawyers from the team maintained proactive communication with the client and their Indian counterparts to devise a robust legal strategy. After a relentless pursuit spanning over a year by the Landing team in India, and their persistent efforts in urging the judge to exert pressure on the plaintiff, the latter, constrained by a lack of substantial evidence, conceded to exclude Company A from the defendant's list. Consequently, on November 30, 2022, the Delhi High Court pronounced a verdict, liberating Company A from any impending legal obligations.

Ms. Huang Xueshan from Landing Shenzhen and Mr. Ravish Singh from Landing Indian jointly spearheaded the case, delivering comprehensive litigation services from start to finish. Embracing the ethos of "Specialized Services," Landing remains steadfast in its mission to furnish its clientele with dedicated, efficient, and expertly-tailored international legal services.

In the realm of international legal matters, the standards set for collaborating with foreign lawyers in litigation cases surpass those of ordinary non-litigation tasks. It's not merely about expertise and efficiency; attributes like unwavering loyalty and exemplary diligence are paramount. Throughout loads of significant Indian litigations led by Ms. Huang Xueshan's team, while the astute selection and adept management of Indian attorneys are essential, the comprehensive involvement of Chinese lawyers is a foundational element for achieving favorable outcomes. Chinese lawyers are certainly not just playing the roles of "messengers" or "translators." The decision of numerous Fortune 500 Chinese companies operating in India to trust us with their monetary, construction, and joint venture disputes is attributed to two factors. Firstly, directly engaging foreign lawyers can feel daunting. Secondly, the synergistic collaboration showcased by the Landing team in India, coupled with Chinese lawyers' profound understanding of the Indian legal landscape and their unwavering commitment to cases, provides an invaluable reassurance to clients.

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Notable Achievements of Ms. Huang Xueshan

Overseas Non-litigation Ventures

1.    Drafted compliance legal opinions for 40+ Chinese listed entities' foreign arms collaborating with local lawyers.

2.    Empowered 15+ state-owned construction enterprises with global legal support, covering tax workshops, contract formulation, and risk evaluations.

3.    Anchored 25+ prominent Chinese tech companies manufacturing mobile phone and accessories in global investments, emphasizing labor, IP, and tax regulations.

4.    Advised 30+ fintech corporations on overseas ventures, delving into operational compliance, data security and risk management.

5.    Facilitated 40+ Chinese firms in establishing subsidiaries and project hubs globally.

6.    Acted as the international financial and legal consultant for 20+ public companies.

7.    Backed a major Hong Kong mobile recycling entity in global ventures spanning 10 nations.

8.    Oversaw the acquisition of an Indian listed firm for a Chinese investor, meticulously handling due diligence, stakeholder negotiations and local broker communication.

9.    Championed the legal foundation for a leading Chinese steel producer's joint venture in India.

10.  Executed legal due diligence for a global 500 Chinese power plant's Indian endeavor.

11.  Ensured seamless legal operations for a global 500 Chinese energy conglomerate's Indian projects, spanning from company registration, letter of guarantee dispute to project procurement.

12.  Orchestrated a comprehensive legal strategy for a Shenzhen-based listed company's joint ventures in India, including property due diligence, evaluations of joint venture partners, and resolution of joint venture disputes.

13.  Led the legal procession for a Shenzhen listed company's acquisitions in India and Pakistan, centering on due diligence.

14. Undertook diligent reviews for a transformer business acquiring facilities in Delhi and Mumbai.

15. Steered a Shenzhen listed company in acquiring dominion over its Indian branch, providing ongoing legal counsel.

16. Orchestrated a trademark application abroad for a prestigious Chinese bank.

17. Successfully championed foreign investment approvals for over 10 firms.

International Dispute Resolution & Civil and Commercial Litigations Abroad

1. Represented in a complex Indo-Chinese tax arbitration concerning critical tax matters and the client emerged victorious.

2. Aided a state-owned equipment enterprise in enforcing a Singaporean arbitration verdict in Mumbai, culminating in a favorable settlement.

3. Guided a NASDAQ-listed entity in pursuing significant legal dues from suppliers while addressing subsidiary compliance issues in India.

4. Mediated a partnership conflict for a Shenzhen corporation in India, securing a satisfactory exit strategy and reasonable compensation.

5 Championed for a Chinese pharma enterprise against its Indian counterpart over an international trade dispute, achieving a decisive win.

6. Facilitated a Shanghai-based machinery establishment's debt proclamation in India, receiving due acknowledgment from the Indian bankruptcy administrator.

7. Advocated for a top-tier Chinese enterprise against counterclaims in Mumbai, successfully quashing a substantial claim valuing 200 million rupees (about 20 million yuan), and bagged the "Belt and Road Contribution Award" from Wolters Kluwer & Gaoshan Legal.

International Criminal Proceedings

1. Tax evasion involving an Indian subsidiary of a Chinese manufacturer: Facilitated bail for the concerned entity a month following incarceration.

2. Case of two Chinese ladies smuggling Tibetan antelope scarves: Supported the individuals in achieving bail on the hearing's second day.

3. Espionage charge against a Chinese woman for unauthorized entry into India's Andaman Islands: Supported the defendant and led to her exoneration three months after her arrest.

4. A Chinese woman detained on accusations of disclosing Indian state secrets: Provided assistance in her successful acquisition of a court-sanctioned bail.

5. Serving as a liaison for the Chinese Embassy in India, collaborated with Indian airport officials, successfully preventing the arrest and passport confiscation of a Chinese national who fabricated travel documents.