Regional Collaboration, Asset Optimization | The third phase of Zhiheng National Senior Partner Private Meeting was successfully held- Zhiheng Law Firm

On the afternoon of December 28, 2024, the third session of the Zhiheng National Senior Partners’ Private Forum was successfully held in Dongguan. With the theme “Regional Collaboration and Asset Optimization,” the meeting delved into new opportunities for the disposal of non-performing assets and the advancement of enforcement proceedings. Lawyers specializing in non‑performing assets and enforcement from Zhiheng’s offices nationwide gathered in Dongguan to share successful cases, exchange practical experience, and collaboratively explore strategies for future growth.

At the meeting venue

This conference was co-hosted by Qi Jiezhen, Senior Partner at Guangdong

, and Luo Zhikai, Equity Senior Partner and Director of the Enforcement Center at Guangdong Zhiheng (Dongguan) Law Firm. On behalf of Zhiheng Dongguan, they extended a warm welcome and expressed their sincere gratitude to the senior partners of

nationwide, as well as to the fellow lawyers who had traveled from across the country.

Hosts: Attorney Qi Jiezhen and Attorney Luo Zhikai

Leader's Address

Executive Director of Guangdong

, Chai Yongxia

At the outset of the event, Director Chai Yongxia delivered a warm and enthusiastic address. Director Chai emphasized the importance of establishing a nationwide Zhiheng network, further strengthening communication and collaboration among Zhiheng’s various branches, and fully leveraging their role as a vital bridge and link. Through regular exchanges and seminars, geographical barriers can be broken down, enabling the rapid flow of information and the broad sharing of experience, thereby promoting regional collaborative development within

, optimizing resource allocation, and fostering a more efficient and coordinated working model.

Director Chai is full of confidence and anticipation for the future development of

, firmly believing that, with the concerted efforts of all, Zhiheng will continue to achieve groundbreaking advancements and remarkable growth across various fields.

Heartwarming gift

(Left in the photo) Zhao Gang, Senior Equity Partner at Zhiheng Jinan.

(Right in the photo) Zhao Dan, Director of the Zhicheng Dongguan Steering Committee

Zhiheng’s Jinan branch presented the Dongguan branch with a carefully prepared gift, “Tianbao Jiuru,” symbolizing smooth sailing in all endeavors and thriving prosperity. Zhao Dan, Director of the Dongguan Steering Committee of Zhiheng, took to the stage to receive the gift. This gift embodies the deep friendship and best wishes between the two offices, fostering closer emotional bonds and deeper connections among all Zhicheng branches, thereby fully showcasing the harmonious atmosphere and spirit of unity and collaboration within the Zhicheng family.

Theme Presentation

How to locate the property of the party subject to enforcement during compulsory execution.

Former enforcement judge of Beijing, specially appointed expert of the Beijing Stock Exchange

Fu Xiaolei, Director of the Beijing Bain Small-Amount Loan Dispute Mediation Center

The first speaker at the conference was Attorney Fu Xiaolei, who presented on the topic “How to Locate the Debtor’s Assets in Enforcement Proceedings.” He elaborated in detail on six highly effective strategies for identifying the debtor’s assets during enforcement, approaching the issue from two core dimensions: first, a vertical, in-depth examination of five key levels to precisely uncover leads regarding the debtor’s property; and second, a horizontal expansion to encompass eighty-six scenarios for adding parties, ensuring the comprehensiveness and thoroughness of the asset‑search process.

Furthermore, Attorney Fu emphasized that during the enforcement process, it is essential to keep pace with the times by actively adopting new technological tools such as artificial intelligence to enhance both efficiency and accuracy. At the same time, a competitive mindset should be maintained, continuous learning pursued, and flexible responses developed to address the ever‑emerging challenges in enforcement work.

Mutual Recognition and Enforcement of Judgments Between the Mainland and Hong Kong

Tian Wenfeng, Solicitor at the Hong Kong law firm KWM

The second speaker at the conference was Attorney Tian Wenfeng, who presented on the topic of “Mutual Recognition and Enforcement of Judgments Between Mainland China and Hong Kong.” He pointed out that, given the increasingly close economic and trade ties between the two regions, the mutual recognition and enforcement of judgments has become one of the pressing issues that urgently needs to be addressed. To safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of the parties involved and to promote the coordinated development of the rule of law in the region, it is particularly important to clearly define the specific procedures and legal basis for registering and enforcing mainland judgments in Hong Kong.

Subsequently, Attorney Tian explained, in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations, how to investigate leads regarding the debtor’s assets, register mainland judgments, and ultimately ensure that such judgments are effectively enforced in Hong Kong.

Confront the present head-on and forge ahead with courage and determination.

Member of the Adjudication Committee of the former Zhongshan Intermediate People’s Court, Deputy Director of the Enforcement Bureau, and Chief Judge of the Fifth Civil Division.

Yang Tiange, formerly Co-President of a leading private equity fund management group.

The third speaker at the conference was Attorney Yang Tiange, who, under the theme “Facing the Present, Forging Ahead with Courage and Determination,” provided a comprehensive analysis of the complex current situation and development trends confronting the non-performing asset disposal industry in both the international and domestic environments. He pointed out that although the scale of non-performing assets continues to grow, the difficulty of their resolution has likewise increased, and enforcement procedures still encounter numerous obstacles in practice.

Through specific case studies, Attorney Yang conducted an in-depth analysis of the legal, social, and political factors involved in the enforcement process, offering a multidimensional perspective on the current state of court enforcement in China, and proposed strategies and methods for the effective disposal of non-performing assets within the framework of compulsory enforcement.

Dongguan Legal Product Launch

Former enforcement judge of Dongguan City

Senior Equity Partner, Guangdong Zhiheng Dongguan Law Firm

Director of the Enforcement Center, Luo Zhikai

The fourth speaker at the conference was Attorney Luo Zhikai, who, under the theme “Release of Enforcement Legal Products in Dongguan,” presented the product manual for the Zhiheng Dongguan Forced Execution Center, Version 2.0. He elaborated on the differences between this manual and the 1.0 full-process version, focusing on three aspects: innovation, operability, and scalability.

Attorney Luo leads a dedicated team with many years of expertise in enforcement, leveraging the robust resources of Zhiheng’s nationwide integrated platform and its national network of enforcement city partners. The team has meticulously designed a series of customized service solutions tailored to various enforcement scenarios and has enhanced recovery efficiency by developing a comprehensive portfolio of enforcement products.

The release of this product manual will further enhance our firm’s service standards and market competitiveness in the fields of non-performing asset disposal and enforcement, enabling us to provide clients with more precise and efficient legal services.

Brainstorming and free exchange

The second part of this conference is a brainstorming and free-exchange session. The attendees freely exchanged views, shared their valuable experiences and unique insights, and jointly explored the latest trends and innovative strategies in the fields of non-performing asset disposal and enforcement.

In addition, participants engaged in lively discussions on topics such as corporate distress‑relief strategies, the optimization of procedural operations, and the integration of intellectual property, criminal law, and other fields. They also delved into potential collaboration opportunities within regional cooperation, actively exploring effective pathways to partnership and laying a solid foundation for the coordinated development of various regions.

Hiking in Tongsha Ecological Park

Following the successful conclusion of the vibrant conference, in the afternoon, the attendees embarked on a leisurely hiking excursion to Dongguan Tongsha Ecological Park. Tongsha Ecological Park is known as the “Little Erhai Lake” of Dongguan and served as one of the filming locations for the movie “Hot Blooded.” Built around Tongsha Reservoir, it is surrounded by rolling mountains, with a shimmering lake and vast expanses of green lawn. A 15-kilometer-long lakeside trail weaves through the landscape, creating a captivating scene where visitors can fully immerse themselves in the beauty of the interplay between water and mountains.

Everyone took a brief respite from their busy work, enjoyed the gifts of nature, and deepened their mutual understanding and friendship in a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere.

Enforcement is the final mile in realizing fairness and justice. The successful convening of the third session of the

National Senior Partners’ Private Forum underscores the firm’s keen focus on the fields of non-performing asset resolution and enforcement, enabling it to better grasp industry trends and explore new avenues for development.

At the same time, internal communication and collaboration within the Zhiheng system have been further strengthened, injecting new momentum into promoting regional coordinated development and optimizing asset allocation. Looking ahead, Zhiheng will adhere to the development philosophy of “Rooted in the Greater Bay Area, Deeply Engaged Nationwide, and Globally Positioned,” and build a more open, inclusive, and efficient platform for exchange.

Highlights of the Meeting

Zhiheng · Introduction