Ms. Li Rong has extensive experience in international compliance, construction, and legal systems, specializing in FIDIC clauses and judicial systems of the UK and the Middle East. She has a strong background in international trade law and construction projects, with a focus on compliance, contract drafting, and dispute resolution. Li holds advanced qualifications in law and linguistics and is skilled in handling complex legal and business negotiations.
Practice Areas
- Corporate Governance
- International Construction and Compliance
- International Arbitration
- Contract Drafting and Negotiation
- Regulatory Compliance
Recent Experience
- Currently advising international clients on construction and compliance issues across Middle Eastern and African markets, with a focus on large-scale projects exceeding $40 million.
- Successfully led legal compliance efforts for a housing project in Algeria, managing labor contracts and construction claims while ensuring alignment with UAE labor laws.
- Participated in the preparation and submission of bidding documents for major infrastructure projects, including the Ethiopia-Djibouti Railway and Angola Kuito Airport.
- Assisted multinational companies with compliance, regulatory issues, and legal disputes, leveraging fluency in Arabic and English to facilitate negotiations and document drafting.
Work Highlights
- Drafted and reviewed contracts for major international infrastructure projects.
- Advised clients on the judicial systems of the UK and Middle East, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.
- Led efforts in project financing and investment assessments for large-scale construction endeavors.
- Provided comprehensive support for FIDIC-based contract negotiations and dispute resolutions.
Education
- Master of Laws (International Commercial Law)
University of Exeter, UK
Period: September 2017 – November 2018- GPA: 3.3/4.0, Top 5% of the class
- Specialized in UK Takeover Code, International Investment Law, Project Financing, and Mergers and Acquisitions.
- Bachelor of Arts (Arabic Language and Culture)
Xi’an International Studies University, China
Period: September 2008 – July 2012- GPA: 3.3/4.0, Top 5% of the class
- Focused on Arabic politics and diplomacy, international trade, and business negotiations.
Notable Achievements
- Contributed to the successful completion of the Ethiopia-Djibouti Railway and Pakistan Kara Expressway projects.
- Received commendations for legal expertise in complex international compliance cases.
- Led labor and contract compliance efforts for an affordable housing project valued at $40 million in Algeria.
Languages
- Fluent in Chinese, English, Arabic, and Egyptian dialect.
Li Rong’s multidisciplinary expertise and dedication to excellence make her a distinguished professional in international legal and compliance matters.