NEO-ARK Law Firm's Good News Showcases Professional Strength and Industry Influence

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2024-12-11

Recently, Guangdong NEO-ARK Law Firm has received a series of good news, which not only demonstrates the excellent ability and professionalism of our lawyers, but also further enhances the reputation and influence of our firm.

2024 ALB China Regional Market Legal Awards: South China & Central China Ceremony

On 6 December 2024, the 2024 ALB China Regional Market Legal Awards: South China & Central China Ceremony was held at the Ritz-Carlton Shenzhen. The ceremony brought together influential professionals such as top lawyers, corporate lawyers, investment bankers and company CEOs in China's legal market, and our senior partners Pan Wenjing and Liu Minghong were invited to attend the ceremony.

In the ‘2024 ALB China Regional Market Legal Awards: South China & Central China’, the firm was shortlisted for the ‘South and Central China Real Estate and Construction Law Firm of the Year’ for the second consecutive year, and our director and senior partner, attorney Huang Jianqiu, was shortlisted for the ‘South and Central China Real Estate and Construction Law Firm of the Year’. attorney Huang Jianqiu, Director and Senior Partner of the firm, was shortlisted for the ‘South and Central China Managing Partner of the Year Award’.

Looking ahead, the firm will continue to strengthen its professional achievements and brand value, and provide solid legal support for its clients.

Foshan Metro Group Legal Services Library

According to the relevant provisions of the ‘Foshan Metro Group External Legal Service Institutions and Lawyers Management Measures’, Foshan Metro Group Co., Ltd. (Foshan Metro Group) selected 8 law firms and 8 lawyers as the first batch of law firms/lawyers to be included in the legal service pool of Foshan Metro Group in an open manner through the release of the announcement of the establishment of the pool, self-enrollment, and comprehensive assessment procedures. Legal services library of the first batch of law firms / lawyers. Our director and senior partner attorney Huang Jianqiu and senior partner attorney Tan Huiyi were selected as the first batch of law firms/lawyers to be included in the legal service pool of Foshan Metro Group.

Guangzhou Chamber of Commerce for Foreign Invested Enterprises 2024 Annual Meeting

In order to further gather strength, promote exchanges, better unite and serve the development of Hong Kong, Macao and foreign enterprises in Guangzhou, and build a better future for Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao Greater Bay Area, the 2024 Annual Meeting of Guangzhou Chamber of Commerce for Foreign Invested Enterprises (GCCFIE) was successfully held on the evening of 6 December at the Four Seasons Hotel in Guangzhou. Our senior partners attorney Liang Xiaofeng and attorney Yu Yuting were invited to attend.

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Strategic Collaboration: 7 Neo-Ark Lawyers Appointed as Guest Professors and Lecturers at Dali University School of Law

As the designated Practical Education Base for the School of Law at Dali University, Neo-Ark Law Firm continues to deepen its school-enterprise collaboration. Recently, the partnership reached a new milestone with the official appointment of seven Neo-Ark legal professionals to academic positions.

Guest Professor Appointments:

Jianqiu Huang (Director & Senior Partner)
Minghong Liu (Executive Director & Senior Partner)

Guest Lecturer Appointments:

Xiaofeng Liang (Senior Partner)
Jianhui Sun (Senior Partner)
Jianbo Lin (Senior Partner)
Youjian Peng (Senior Partner)
Yuting Yu (Lawyer)

Bridging Legal Theory and Practice This appointment marks a significant upgrade in the collaborative efforts between the firm and the university. Leveraging their extensive legal experience, the appointed professionals will participate deeply in curriculum teaching, case seminars, and academic exchanges at the School of Law. This initiative is designed to break down the barriers between legal theory and practical application, fostering the development of versatile legal talents.

A Long-term Commitment to Talent Development Since the establishment of the Practical Education Base, Neo-Ark and Dali University have engaged in deep integration across fields such as internships, employment guidance, and foreign-related legal research. The formalization of these guest faculty roles will further promote the mutual empowerment of practical and academic resources, injecting strong momentum into the construction of the legal talent pipeline and the high-quality development of the legal industry.

2025-11-06

Neo-Ark Lawyer Guizhen Xie Awarded First Prize at the 2025 Annual Conference of the Procedural Law Research Association of Guangdong Law Society

The 2025 Annual Academic Conference of the Procedural Law Research Association of the Guangdong Law Society (GDSLS) recently concluded, featuring a prestigious awards ceremony for outstanding academic contributions. Ms. Guizhen Xie from Neo-Ark Law Firm received the First Prize for her thesis titled "Research on the Conflict of Criminal Jurisdiction over Telecom Fraud in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area."

Outshining numerous entries, this award highlights Ms. Xie’s profound expertise and practical insights into criminal procedural law, particularly regarding complex cross-border legal issues within the Greater Bay Area (GBA).

About the Conference The Annual Conference of the GDSLS Procedural Law Research Association is the premier academic platform for procedural law in the province. It brings together experts and elites from top universities, judicial authorities, and leading law firms. The thesis selection follows rigorous academic standards, evaluating theoretical innovation, practical guidance, and argumentative rigor. Winning this award signifies a top-tier research achievement within the field in Guangdong Province.

Looking Ahead Neo-Ark Law Firm remains committed to fostering a dual-platform of "Academic Research + Practical Application." We continue to support our legal team in conducting in-depth research on frontier topics, such as GBA legal synergy and responses to emerging criminal activities. Through these efforts, Neo-Ark aims to provide precise, high-quality legal services that bolster the rule of law and support high-quality economic and social development.

2025-10-20

Neo-Ark Executive Director Minghong Liu Appointed to the 8th Council of the Constitutional Law Research Association of Guangdong Law Society

On September 27, 2025, the General Election Meeting of the Constitutional Law Research Association of the Guangdong Law Society (GDSLS) was successfully convened in Guangzhou. The event was hosted by the School of Law and the Center for Hong Kong and Macao Studies at South China University of Technology.

During this session, the 8th Council of the association was officially elected. Mr. Minghong Liu, Executive Director and Senior Partner of Neo-Ark Law Firm, was honorably appointed as a Council Member of the 8th Council of the Constitutional Law Research Association of the Guangdong Law Society.

This appointment reflects the professional recognition of Neo-Ark’s leadership within the provincial legal academic and research community. As a member of the council, Mr. Liu will contribute his legal expertise to the advancement of constitutional research and the promotion of the rule of law within the region.

2025-09-29

Attorneys Xiaofeng Liang and Yuting Yu Invited to Deliver Keynote on Navigating Legal Challenges

Recently, our firm’s Xiaofeng Liang and Yuting Yu were invited to deliver a legal seminar to representatives from numerous companies. The seminar focused on two key areas: legal risks associated with expanding into overseas markets and the prevention and control of labour and employment risks, with the aim of enhancing corporate managers’ legal awareness and compliance capabilities.

Themed "Legal Guide for Enterprises Expanding Overseas" , Ms Yuting Yu drew upon her own experience in providing cross-border legal services to explain common risk areas — such as intellectual property protection, employment regulations, data compliance and dispute resolution — across various forms of overseas expansion. Ms Yu also analysed legal issues and response strategies for popular overseas markets in Europe, the US and Southeast Asia, using real-life case studies to illuminate the legal path for enterprises venturing abroad.

Xiaofeng Liang delivered a lecture entitled ‘Risk Prevention and Control in Corporate Employment Practices in Light of the Latest Judicial Interpretation on Labour Disputes (II)’. Focusing on the‘ Interpretation (II) of the Supreme People’s Court on Issues Concerning the Application of Law in the Trial of Labour Dispute Cases’ , which came into force on 1 September 2025, Ms Liang provided an in-depth analysis of its key provisions, including their implications for social security contributions and the payment of double wages. Furthermore, she outlined the legal risks faced by enterprises during the‘ recruitment and hiring’ process and offered detailed risk prevention and control measures to assist companies in establishing harmonious and stable labour relations.

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