Infrastructure Construction and Real Estate
Professional field profile

Liuhe’s Infrastructure, Construction, and Real Estate Law Department has long embraced the mission of being "observers of macroeconomic trends, participants in industry developments, and practitioners of micro-level operations." Guided by the principle of acting as both "legal advisors and business strategists," we provide comprehensive, efficient, and tailored legal solutions across the entire industry chain of infrastructure, construction, and real estate.

With over 70 specialised lawyers, the department has established strong advisory relationships with major urban investment platforms, including provincial transportation groups and metro companies. We have been engaged in key infrastructure projects, such as the Hangzhou-Shaoxing-Ningbo Expressway and the Huping High-Speed Rail. In the real estate sector, we have consistently supported leading real estate companies, while also handling distressed projects, ensuring positive outcomes for all stakeholders.

In 2024, Liuhe’s reputation was further solidified with the highest recommendation for dispute resolution in construction and real estate from Benchmark Litigation, with Liu Ke named as a "Star in Construction and Real Estate Dispute Resolution."

Professional competence in the Infrastructure Construction and Real Estate's field

What We Do

Infrastructure
We specialise in advising on all aspects of infrastructure projects, from traditional sectors like railways, highways, and airports, to newer areas such as 5G infrastructure and electric vehicle charging stations.

Our services include:

1. Transaction structuring: Designing comprehensive investment and financing frameworks for infrastructure projects.

2. Due diligence: Reviewing early-stage project documentation and conducting legal due diligence to identify potential risks.

3. Contract drafting and negotiation: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating concession agreements and other relevant contracts.

4. Land acquisition: Legal advice on land requisition, leasing, compensation, and resettlement.

5. Construction-related legal services: Supporting the tendering process, contract drafting, and contract execution.

6. Financing arrangements: Assisting in selecting financing methods, negotiating financing and guarantee contracts.

7. Operations management: Advising on the design of operational models and drafting operational management contracts.

8. Asset transfer: Drafting legal documentation for asset transfers and assisting with asset handover.

9. Dispute resolution: Resolving disputes related to project execution, financing, and operational issues.

Real Estate
Our team provides end-to-end legal services for real estate projects, from land acquisition and development to asset sales and property management. We work closely with clients to develop tailored strategies that mitigate risks and enhance business outcomes.

Our services include:

1. Land acquisition and development: Assisting clients in acquiring land and providing legal support throughout the development process.

2. Company formation and structure: Advising on setting up real estate project companies and creating efficient corporate structures.

3. Partnership agreements: Drafting and negotiating agreements for collaborative real estate ventures.

4. Public land transactions: Advising on the acquisition and transfer of state-owned land use rights.

5. Construction and settlement: Legal support throughout project construction, from planning to completion.

6. Property sales: Handling sales of real estate, car parks, and large assets, with a focus on risk management and compliance.

7. Property leasing and management: Providing comprehensive legal services related to property leasing, mortgages, and exchange agreements.

8. Property financing: Legal advice on project financing, including mortgages and asset-backed financing.

9. Mergers and acquisitions: Assisting in the acquisition and sale of real estate projects, including distressed assets and government-backed deals.

10. Urban renewal and redevelopment: Offering legal services for city regeneration and redevelopment projects.

11. Dispute resolution: Resolving disputes related to real estate transactions, development, and financing.

Construction Projects
Our Construction Law Group handles all legal aspects of construction projects, offering both litigation and non-litigation services. We advise on emerging areas such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) and green construction.

Our services include:

1. Project initiation: Legal advice during the early stages of construction projects.

2. Contract management: Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing construction contracts, and supervising their performance.

3. Construction oversight: Monitoring contract performance and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

4. Project delivery and settlement: Overseeing project completion, acceptance, and final settlement.

5. Construction warranties: Advising on warranties and quality guarantees for construction projects.

6. Dispute resolution: Representing clients in disputes arising from construction contracts, project delays, and quality issues.

Environment and Resources
Our legal services in the environmental and resources sectors focus on sustainability and compliance. We assist clients with the legal aspects of green construction, energy-efficient project design, and environmental risk management.

Our services include:

1. Transaction structuring: Designing frameworks for environmental projects, including negotiations and contract drafting.

2. Environmental compliance: Legal support for project compliance with environmental regulations, from planning to execution.

3. Legal representation: Representing clients in environmental litigation, including civil, criminal, and public interest cases.

4. Sustainability consulting: Advising on energy-saving strategies, securing environmental subsidies, and obtaining tax incentives.

5. Environmental dispute resolution: Handling disputes related to environmental protection and resource management.

Property Management
The Property Management Group provides full-spectrum legal services for residential, commercial, and industrial property management projects. We work with property management companies, owners' committees, and property management committees to resolve complex issues efficiently.

Our services include:

1. Full-process legal services: Providing comprehensive legal advice for property management companies.

2. Owner committee services: Assisting owners' committees with tendering processes and daily operations.

3. Dispute resolution: Handling disputes related to property service fees, maintenance, and common area management.