Zhang Duchao

Experience

Duchao Zhang is a partner at Zhong Lun Law Firm in Beijing, specializing in bankruptcy law. He has served as a bankruptcy case administrator and litigation agent, directly overseeing or participating in numerous large-scale and well-known bankruptcy projects across China. His experience includes representing state-owned policy banks in commercial lawsuits related to bankruptcy creditor disputes, handling disputes involving petroleum technology companies and equipment manufacturers, technology contract disputes between foreign and Chinese enterprises, real estate development disputes, and creditor representation in major restructuring cases. Zhang also provides legal services for commercial crime investigations and compliance for state-owned enterprises, as well as representation in complex real estate and technology contract disputes involving prominent companies.

Specialty

Zhang Duchao specializes in bankruptcy, insolvency, restructuring, and related litigation. He has a strong practical foundation in offering solutions for difficult and complex bankruptcy cases, demonstrating a strong sense of service and expertise in creditor and debtor restructuring disputes. His practice covers a wide range of related commercial and corporate disputes, including creditor confirmation, contract disputes, compliance projects, and asset restructuring within various industries.

Achievements and Recognition

• INSOL International Fellow: Recognized by the International Association of Restructuring, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Professionals.
• Top 15 in Bankruptcy Reorganization, Clients’ Trusted Lawyers (Blue Ribbon): Awarded by LegalOne for his work in bankruptcy reorganization.
• Ranked, Chambers Greater China Region, 2025: Acknowledged for his contributions in the legal field.
• Finalist for Young Lawyer of the Year, ALB China Law Awards, 2025: Demonstrates his rising prominence in the legal community.
• Special Recommendation in Dispute Resolution-Litigation, LEGALBAND Top Ranked Lawyers, 2025: Highlighting his expertise in dispute resolution.

■ Social Positions

• Member, Bankruptcy and Liquidation Committee, Beijing Lawyers Association
• Director, Training Work Committee, Beijing Bankruptcy Administrators Association
• Adjunct Lecturer, New York Institute of Finance
• Member, International Association of Restructuring, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Professionals (INSOL)
• Guest Columnist, Caixin

■Major Publications / Academic Works

• Debt Restructuring, CITIC Publishing Group
• Bankruptcy and Litigation Practice Handout, Law Press China
• Empirical Study on Solutions to Funds Occupation and Illegal Guarantees in Listed Companies, Law Press China
• Analysis of Practical Focus Issues in Mineral Resources and Mining Rights Disputes: Case Studies, Law Press China

■Industry Standard Development/Authoring

• White Paper on Industrial Internet Data Element Right Confirmation (Editorial Committee Member)
• Full-Process Compliance Guidelines for Real-World Asset (RWA) Projects (Drafter)
• Group Standard Data Cross-Border Compliance Guide (Drafter)
• Applicable Guide for “Effective Evaluation of Compliance Management System for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises” (Editorial Committee Member)
• Compliance Guidelines for Generative Artificial Intelligence Data Application (Drafter)