2 ASIAN LEGAL BUSINESS CHINA • 亚洲法律杂志-中国版 JULY 2024 RANAJIT DAM, Managing Editor, Asian Legal Business, Thomson Reuters HEAD OF LEGAL MEDIA BUSINESS, ASIA & EMERGING MARKETS Amantha Chia 谢京庭 amantha.chia@thomsonreuters.com MANAGING EDITOR Ranajit Dam 邓文杰 ranajit.dam@thomsonreuters.com CHINA EDITOR Hu Yangxiaoxiao 胡阳潇潇 yangxiaoxiao.hu@thomsonreuters.com SOCIAL MEDIA SPECIALIST Victor Wu 吴嘉林 victor.wu@thomsonreuters.com EDITORIAL ASSOCIATE Charlie Wu 吴卓言 charlie.wu@thomsonreuters.com SENIOR CONTENT MANAGER Wang Jin 王瑾 jin.wang@thomsonreuters.com CHINA RESEARCH Bian Jie 边洁 jie.bian@thomsonreuters.com SENIOR DESIGNER John Agra john.agra@thomsonreuters.com TRAFFIC/CIRCULATION MANAGER Rozidah Jambari rozidah.jambari@thomsonreuters.com PUBLISHING COORDINATOR Tracy Yang 杨紫薇 tracy.yang@thomsonreuters.com SALES MANAGERS Yvonne Cheung 张裕裕 China Key Accounts (852) 2847 2003 yvonne.cheung@thomsonreuters.com Steven Zhao 赵树群 China Key Accounts (86) 010 5669 2021 s.zhao@thomsonreuters.com Steffi Yang 杨绮繁 South and West China (86) 010 5669 2041 qifan.yang@thomsonreuters.com Hiroshi Kaneko Japan, Korea (81) 3 4520 1192 hiroshi.kaneko@thomsonreuters.com Jonathan Yap Indonesia, Singapore (65) 9832 8945 jonathan.yap@thomsonreuters.com Krupa Dalal India, Middle East, Singapore (91) 22 6189 7087 krupa.dalal@thomsonreuters.com Romulus Tham Southeast Asia (65) 6870 3035 romulus.tham@thomsonreuters.com Simon Wan Hong Kong (852) 3462 7730 simon.wan@thomsonsreuters.com As we unveil our 2024 ALB China Regional Ranking for West China, it’s clear that the legal landscape in this vast and diverse region continues to evolve and mature. This year’s rankings showcase the dynamic interplay between local powerhouses and national firms expanding their footprint, reflecting the growing sophistication and competitiveness of the western legal market. Our cover story delves deep into the trends shaping the legal industry in West China. From the burgeoning legal services ecosystem in cities like Xi’an and Chengdu to the challenges and opportunities faced by firms in the region, we provide a comprehensive overview of the market’s current state and future trajectory. This year, we’re particularly excited to introduce our new “Client Choice” category, highlighting lawyers who have earned the trust and recognition of their clients. This addition underscores our commitment to providing a holistic view of legal excellence in the region. The insights shared by leading lawyers and firms in this issue paint a picture of a market in transition. While challenges remain, including uneven resource distribution and the need for enhanced professional capabilities, there’s a palpable sense of optimism. Firms are adapting strategies, expanding their reach, and investing in talent to meet the evolving needs of clients in this rapidly developing region. 在展开2024 ALB China西部地区排名过程中，我们看到，这片广阔多样 的地区正在不断经历法律市场格局的发展和成熟。西部本地律所与全国性品牌 律所你追我赶，反映了西部法律市场日益复杂和竞争激烈的现状。 本期的封面故事深入探讨塑造西部法律市场的诸多趋势。从西安、成都等 城市蓬勃发展的法律服务生态系统，到该地区律所面临的挑战和机遇，我们为 您讲述西部市场当前状态，以及未来走向。 今年的西部地区榜单还特别新增了“客户首选律师”排名，聚焦那些备受 客户信任和认可的律师。这进一步彰显了ALB陪伴中国区域法律市场发展、见 证西部市场卓越性的承诺。 THE BEST OF THE WEST 西部最佳 Asian Legal Business is available by subscription. Please visit www.legalbusinessonline.com for details. Asian Legal Business has an audited average circulation of 11,402 as of 30 September 2016.Copyright is reserved throughout. No part of this publication can be reproduced in whole or part without the express permission of the editor. Contributions are invited, but copies of work should be kept, as Asian Legal Business can accept no responsibility for loss. MCI (P) 004/02/2024 ISSN 0219 – 6875 KDN PPS 1867/10/2015(025605) Thomson Reuters Alice @ Mediapolis, 29 Media Circle, #09-05, Singapore 138565 / T (65) 6775 5088 10/F, Cityplaza 3, Taikoo Shing, Hong Kong / T (852) 3762 3269 www.thomsonreuters.com
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