Strategic Advocacy. Global Perspective.
Kelly Zhang has long focused on commercial dispute resolution, with a distinctive edge in handling foreign-related and international commercial arbitration cases. Before joining JT&N, she spent seven years at the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC), working bilingually in Chinese and English, providing high-quality procedural services for over 400 complex commercial arbitration cases spanning construction & real estate, finance, private equity & venture capital, and international trade. She also handled case filing for numerous arbitration matters and administered the first case concluded under CIETAC's Mediation Rules.
Her extensive institutional experience cultivates a neutral perspective and adjudicative mindset. Her deep understanding of arbitration procedure enables precise prediction of procedural developments, while her rich hearing experience allows for swift judgment and accurate responses.
Clarify the dispute before choosing the legal path
The basis for our professional judgment
7 years of CIETAC institutional experience
Familiar with the procedural rhythm from filing and tribunal formation to hearings and case closure.
400+ commercial arbitration cases
Experience across construction, finance, PE/VC, international trade, and other complex disputes.
Chinese-English cross-border case work
Suitable for overseas clients, foreign-invested companies, and cross-border transaction disputes.
Practicing at JT&N Partners
Kelly Zhang practices at JT&N Partners (Shenzhen), one of China's first partnership-based law firms, founded in 1992. The firm is strategically positioned across 16 offices in key economic zones including the Greater Bay Area, with representative offices in Tokyo and Singapore.
Recognized by Leading Legal Directories
- Chambers and Partners
- The Legal 500
- ALB
- IFLR
42/F, GDE Finance Center, Futian District, Shenzhen In Practice
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