On December 17, 2025, Neo-Ark Law Firm welcomed Mr. Li Min from the Hong Kong office of Reed Smith Richards Butler. The meeting included senior partners and professors from Neo-Ark, focusing on the evolving legal landscape of the Greater Bay Area (GBA).

Key Discussion Points:

• Hong Kong as a Legal Hub: Analysis of HK’s strengths in international arbitration and the latest trends in global dispute resolution.
• Mainland China’s Growth: Insights into commercial arbitration and diversified dispute resolution mechanisms within the GBA.
• Future Collaboration: Both firms agreed on the growing importance of cross-border synergy. Plans are underway to explore deeper cooperation in business referral, knowledge sharing, and professional training to better serve clients with interests across the GBA and international markets.

Neo-Ark Law Firm is pleased to share that our Executive Director and Senior Partner, Mr. Liu Minghong, has been appointed as an External Graduate Tutor for the Master of Laws (LL.M.) program at Guangdong University of Technology (GDUT).

In this role, Director Liu will provide professional guidance to graduate students, integrating his decades of legal experience with academic curriculum. This partnership aims to foster the next generation of "composite" legal talent, ensuring that future lawyers are equipped with both rigorous theoretical knowledge and the practical skills necessary for today’s complex legal landscape.

We are proud to announce that our partner, Ms. Liang Xiaofeng, has been officially recognized in the LegalOne "Blue Ribbon 15" — Outstanding Female Lawyers (South & Central China) for 2025.

Selected for her profound professional expertise and exceptional track record, this prestigious award highlights Liang’s dedication to client success. The LegalOne "Client Choice" award is a rigorous evaluation of a lawyer’s real-world problem-solving capabilities and professional value. This recognition reinforces Neo-Ark’s commitment to providing world-class legal support in China’s most dynamic economic regions.

On November 20, 2025, the Youth Work Committee of Neo-Ark Law Firm hosted an intensive workshop focused on the core essentials of reviewing Chinese and English contracts. Lead speakers Tao Zou and Yuting Yu provided actionable insights for young legal professionals.

Part 1: The "Three-Step Method" for Chinese Contracts Attorney Tao Zou simplified complex auditing into a logical three-step framework:

1. Who is involved? Identifying the legal standing and performance capability of the parties.
2. What is the deal? Ensuring terms are "unambiguous, enforceable, and loophole-free."
3. What if it fails? Setting clear, calculable, and enforceable default liabilities.

Part 2: Demystifying English Contracts Attorney Yuting Yu leveraged her expertise in foreign-related legal services to break down international standards:

• The Four Pillars: A structural analysis of standard English contract frameworks.
• The "Devil Clauses": Deep diving into high-risk clauses that carry liabilities far beyond their literal meaning.
• Practical Resources: Sharing databases and legal English tools to bridge the gap between theory and global practice.

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.

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.

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.

The public recruitment for the 2025 Guangzhou "Lady Lawyers" Volunteer Service Team recently concluded with significant success. We are honored to announce that 8 lawyers from Neo-Ark Law Firm have been officially selected to join this prestigious group, recognized for their professional expertise and dedication to public welfare.

List of Selected Lawyers (in no particular order):

• Maggie Yang (杨慧辉)
• Yuting Yu (余宇婷)
• Xiaojun Xie (谢晓君)
• Yujia Fu (傅于佳)
• Beibei Xu (续蓓蓓)
• Lok See Lau (刘乐诗)
• Wanjun Li (李婉君)
• Haomin Xiong (熊浩敏)

The Neo-Ark lawyers participating in the "Lady Lawyers" project remain steadfast in their original professional mission. By channeling their legal wisdom and service enthusiasm into volunteer initiatives, they represent the core strength of Neo-Ark’s commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).

We stand united in our goal to contribute robust legal support to the development of public welfare in Guangzhou, moving forward with a shared vision of legal excellence and social impact.