Recently, Chambers & Partners, a leading global law rating agency, officially released its "2026 Greater China Law Guide". Dr. Yan Hai, a senior partner at our firm, has not only secured a spot in Band2 of the individual rankings but also achieved the remarkable feat of maintaining a position on Chambers & Partners' list for 16 consecutive years. His enduring professional influence has earned him dual honors for both himself and his law firm.
As a barometer of the global legal industry, the Chambers List is renowned for its rigorous selection criteria. Through in-depth research encompassing client feedback, peer evaluations, and business performance, it identifies law firms and attorneys with top-tier expertise and market influence across various fields. Beijing Guangsheng Law Firm has consistently ranked among the top international trade law firms on this list for over a decade, a testament to its solid leadership position in the industry. Having earned this distinction for more than twenty years, Guangsheng Law Firm's achievement is no accident but rather the result of its unwavering professional commitment and deep-rooted expertise spanning three decades. The firm remains focused on core areas such as international trade, cross-border investment, and antitrust law. With a team of professionals combining global vision and local expertise, Guangsheng provides comprehensive, high-quality legal services to Chinese and foreign enterprises. Particularly in the field of trade remedies, it has accumulated extensive practical experience, establishing itself as an industry-recognized leader.
Dr. Yan Hai, who has been ranked in Chambers Band 2 for 16 consecutive years, stands as a paragon of professional excellence at Guangsheng Law Firm and a perennial authority in international trade law. His sustained recognition under Chambers 'rigorous evaluation system—centered on client feedback, peer reviews, and practical achievements—demonstrates not only his exceptional stability in expertise but also his enduring market influence. As the core leader of international trade operations, Dr. Yan's multifaceted background spans academia, industry, and government. His advanced studies at a prestigious U.S. law school equipped him with profound understanding of international regulations, while his experience at U.S. law firms and the U.S. Department of Commerce honed his ability to discern key differences and adjudication logic in cross-border trade laws. Over the years, he has excelled in anti-dumping, countervailing duties, and WTO dispute resolution, leading teams to secure zero-tariff rulings in trade relief cases across the U.S., Brazil, India, Canada, and other nations. With an average of 1-2 zero-tariff or duty-free rulings per year over the past five years, he has not only mitigated substantial economic losses for clients but also solidified their core overseas markets. This proven track record remains the cornerstone of his consistent ranking.
Dr. Yan Hai's inclusion in the ranking not only reflects high recognition of his professional expertise but also highlights the excellence of Guangsheng Law Firm's "Law + Industry" integrated service model. Under Dr. Yan Hai's leadership, Guangsheng has established a top-tier international trade legal service team in China, combining seasoned lawyers with professional accountants to create a "legal strategy + financial precision" golden combination. This approach seamlessly integrates legal expertise with the unique characteristics of industries such as petrochemicals, steel, and fine chemicals, delivering precise solutions for complex cases. The recognition in this ranking not only affirms the team's past achievements but also expresses confidence in its future development.
For two decades, Guangsheng Law Firm has maintained its prestigious reputation, while Dr. Yan Hai has dedicated sixteen years to professional excellence. The firm's consistent presence on Chambers Law Firm's annual rankings since its 1996 establishment as a restructured entity demonstrates its leadership in China's international trade legal services. By maintaining a "legal + industry" integrated service model, it has remained at the forefront of the sector. Dr. Yan Hai's 16-year streak in the rankings, particularly his steady Band2 position, exemplifies the power of professional dedication as an industry benchmark. This dual honor not only reaffirms Chambers 'endorsement of Guangsheng's capabilities but also vividly reflects the firm's commitment to "customer-first, professional excellence." As global trade dynamics shift and legal services evolve, Guangsheng and Dr. Yan's team will leverage this recognition as a springboard to deepen expertise, expand service boundaries, and utilize comprehensive resources and global collaboration networks. They will continue safeguarding Chinese and foreign enterprises against cross-border legal risks and expand into global markets, building on their professional legacy to achieve greater success.
