You paid a deposit — or the full amount — and the goods never arrived. The supplier has stopped replying. Or the products that finally shipped are nothing like what you agreed on. From outside China, taking action can feel impossible: a different language, a different legal system, and a supplier who knows it. We help foreign buyers take that action from the inside.
Who We Help
- Overseas buyers and importers who paid a Chinese supplier and received nothing, or received defective goods
- Companies whose supplier stopped responding after payment
- Buyers who want to verify a supplier's legitimacy before signing or paying
- Businesses that need a China supply contract reviewed before committing
What We Help With
- Recovering deposits and payments from suppliers who failed to deliver
- Pursuing compensation for defective or non-conforming goods
- Negotiating directly with suppliers to reach a settlement
- Locating and pressuring suppliers who have gone silent
- Representing you in litigation or arbitration in China when negotiation fails
- Verifying a supplier's legal status and background before you commit
- Reviewing supply and purchase contracts to protect you under Chinese law
Why Acting Early Matters
In China, the strength of your case often depends on timing. Evidence such as chat records, payment proof, and contracts is easiest to act on early. Assets can move, and companies can quietly deregister. The sooner your situation is reviewed, the more options usually remain open to you.
Why Work With Us
- A bilingual attorney team — you deal with lawyers who work directly in English and Mandarin, with no translator in between
- Our team includes a lawyer selected for Fujian's official Foreign-Related Lawyers Talent Pool, with a focus on international trade
- Based in Xiamen, at Deheng Law Offices — a national law firm — we act locally where your supplier is
- We handle the full path: from verifying a supplier and reviewing contracts, to negotiation, and to litigation or arbitration when needed
How It Works
- You tell us your situation — send us the basic facts and any documents you have.
- We review it and, if helpful, arrange a free 15-minute video call so you can get a quick read on your options and decide your next step.
- If we take it on, we agree on the approach and fees before any work begins.
- We act on your behalf — negotiation, demand, litigation, or arbitration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a foreign company sue a Chinese supplier in China?
Yes. Foreign companies and individuals have the right to bring claims in Chinese courts and arbitration. In practice, whether litigation is the best route depends on your contract, the evidence, and the amount involved — which is what an initial assessment is for.
What can I do if the supplier has already disappeared?
Often more than you'd expect. A supplier that has gone silent can frequently still be identified and located through its business registration and banking trail. Acting sooner improves the chances of recovery.
How much does it cost to handle a trade dispute?
Our fees are flexible. Depending on your case, we can work on an hourly basis or agree on a fixed project fee for the whole matter. Which option makes more sense depends on the amount in dispute and how the case is likely to proceed — we explain this clearly before any work begins, so there are no surprises.
How do you work with clients who don't speak Chinese?
Our attorneys work directly with you in English. You don't go through a translator — you deal with the lawyer handling your case.