Shen Yao
Yao Shen Senior Partner
Dispute Resolution
Corporate and M&A
Real Estate, Construction and Energy
IP and Technology Innovation
Detailed introduction
A graduate of East China University of Political Science & Law, Yao Shen joined Dacheng Shanghai in 2010 and currently leads the Corporate & M&A practice. With extensive experience advising major SOEs and private enterprises, he specializes in developing customized risk management solutions and legal training programs. His client portfolio includes multinational corporations such as Red Star Macalline, Unilever, Tomson Group, and SAIC Volkswagen.
Yao has over a decade of litigation experience, handling hundreds of civil/commercial disputes and dozens of criminal cases, with particular expertise in:
• Retail sector commercial negotiations
• Real estate sales compliance (high-profile projects like Tomson Riviera and Tomson Golf)
• Automotive product liability resolution
• Aviation financing and leasing
2010-Present | Dacheng Shanghai
2003-2010 | Shanghai Hengtai Law Firm
1999 - 2003 East China University of Political Science and Law Bachelor's Degree in Economic Law
• Red Star Macalline: National legal counsel for 8 regional branches (contract drafting, dispute resolution)
• Tomson Group: Oversaw sales legal compliance for luxury properties including Tomson One
• Unilever: Product liability risk management across Shanghai/Hefei operations
• SAIC Volkswagen: Resolved 50+ auto quality/after-sales disputes
• Private Aviation: Advised Star Alliance Airlines on aircraft leasing and charter services