Welcome to Han Kun (London)
Your SRA-Regulated Solicitors in International Banking & Finance, Corporate and Commercial Law
Welcome to Han Kun (London)
Your SRA-Regulated Solicitors in International Banking & Finance, Corporate and Commercial Law
Regulated, Accredited & Trusted
Your Strategic Legal Partner in a Complex World
About Us
Han Kun (London) is the trading name of Lawson Wright LLP, a firm of solicitors authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), providing expert legal services in banking and finance, corporate law, commercial transactions, and cross-border matters.
Based in England and serving clients internationally, we advise financial institutions, multinational businesses, and law firms on complex legal issues governed by English law. Our solicitors are known for their ability to combine technical legal precision with commercial understanding, delivering strategic advice that supports business growth and manages legal risk across jurisdictions.
While we have strong capabilities in UK-China cross-border financing and investment matters, our experience extends to clients throughout Europe, Asia, and globally, ensuring seamless legal solutions that reflect both international standards and local regulatory requirements.
At Han Kun (London), our focus is on clarity, compliance, and confidence—helping clients navigate high-stakes transactions with assurance and strategic advantage.
Asset Finance & Banking
✔ Structuring, drafting, and negotiating loan agreements & security documents
✔ Providing clear, enforceable legal opinions on finance and security matters
✔ Advising lenders and borrowers on complex financial transactions
Corporate & Commercial Law
✔ Supporting business growth, investments, and strategic partnerships
✔ Drafting and negotiating contracts, shareholder agreements, and governance structures
✔ Ensuring regulatory compliance and risk management
Meet Your Lawyer
Chengrong (Paul) Li
PARTNER & SOLICITOR
Expertise:
- Banking & Finance
- General Corporate & Commercial
- Cross-Border Dispute Resolution
Chengrong Li (also known as Paul Li) is a solicitor of England and Wales with over 20 years of legal experience spanning both China and the UK. He specialises in banking and finance, as well as inbound and outbound investments and broader commercial legal matters. His practice covers both non-contentious transactions and cross-border disputes, particularly those involving Chinese counterparties, regulatory elements, or assets.
Paul has practised at leading international law firms, including a Magic Circle firm in London, and served as in-house counsel at a world-leading transportation bank. He has advised nearly all Chinese financial institutions operating in the UK, along with many prominent international banks and corporates, on a wide range of complex cross-border transactions.
As the founding partner of the firm, Paul leads Han Kun (London), the trading name of Lawson Wright LLP, and established the London team to serve clients across the globe.
He has deep experience in cross-border disputes and transactions involving corporate M&A, securitisation, financial services, distressed assets, and international trade, across sectors such as aviation, shipping, real estate, infrastructure, construction, and energy. His clients include commercial banks, leasing companies, multinational corporations, professional organisations, and government authorities in both China and the UK.
Paul is also a regular speaker at international legal and financial conferences, and actively shares insight on cross-border financing, legal risk, and international strategy across global forums and online platforms.
A Boutique Law Firm with a Global Outlook
SRA-Regulated
Specialist Cross-Border Knowledge
Industry-Leading Expertise
Fully authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA)
Industry-Leading Expertise
Specialist Cross-Border Knowledge
Industry-Leading Expertise
Led by Chengrong Li, a highly experienced solicitor with a track record at top-tier international law firms
Specialist Cross-Border Knowledge
Specialist Cross-Border Knowledge
Specialist Cross-Border Knowledge
Bridging the legal and business worlds between the UK, Europe, and China
Commitment-Driven & Service
Specialist Cross-Border Knowledge
Specialist Cross-Border Knowledge
Our commitment to excellence, compliance, and client satisfaction ensures that every legal challenge is met with precision, dedication, and unwavering professionalism.