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Shanghai Hongqiao evolves into vibrant legal services hub
Updated: Mar 12, 2024
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Shanghai's Hongqiao International Central Legal Services District has quickly risen as a premier hub for legal services.
Nestled near major transportation and exhibition centers, the district boasts unmatched accessibility for legal professionals and their clients. It spans 3.7 square kilometers and houses an impressive roster of 85 legal service organizations.
Guo Guozhong, director of Shanghai's Duan and Duan Law Firm (Hongqiao International Central Business District), highlights the district's exceptional connectivity, which allows for swift movement between cities for day-long consultations.
Since its launch in September 2021, the district has seen a remarkable 269 percent increase in occupancy, signaling its growing popularity and significance in the legal sector.
The Hongqiao International Central Legal Services District in Shanghai. [Photo/WeChat account: minhangnews]
The Hongqiao International Central Legal Services Building embodies the district's ethos of collaboration and innovation, as it brings together notaries, law firms, and other legal services. This cohesive environment not only improves service delivery, but also cements the district as a leading center for legal expertise.
Focusing on areas like science, technology, and international trade law, the district serves as a crucial support system for businesses that face challenges in the global market.
Its expansion is in line with Shanghai's ambition to become a top legal service destination in the Yangtze River Delta by 2025, aiming to attract over 150 legal and related service organizations.
Reflecting Shanghai's dedication to the rule of law as a foundation for business and innovation, the district offers comprehensive legal services, such as cross-border dispute resolution and intellectual property management.
The Hongqiao International Central Legal Services District is redefining the landscape of legal services in China, setting new standards for legal ecosystems around the world.
