This achievement and recognition build on Ms Yang’s long-standing reputation and 25 years of experience in the cross-border international practice, servicing both Chinese and international clients in a wide range of areas, from corporate and M&A, corporate finance and private equity, to outbound investment, IP strategy, restructuring and dispute resolution. 

As one of the few triple-qualified lawyers (in China, England & Wales and New York) based in London, she is particularly known for her practical, constructive and solution-oriented strategic advice in complex cross-border transactions and dispute resolution.  

As a rationale behind her decision to launch Thornhill Legal, Ms Yang envisions the firm as a provider of tailored legal solutions to international clients and Chinese businesses navigating global markets. Its services for clients and professional peers go beyond bilingual Chinese and English legal advice and representation. They are rooted in a deep understanding of local business practices, regulatory environments, industry norms, and judicial systems, both within China and internationally. 

This recognition adds to her growing list of industry accolades. Ms Yang has also been ranked in Chambers and Partners Global Guide 2024 for Corporate/M&A (China expertise based abroad - UK). She was also listed in China Business Law Journal’s 2022 and 2020 editions of the Top 100 A-List, highlighting the top-tier private practice lawyers for China-related business. In 2023, she was ranked by LEGALBAND as one of the Client Choice: Top 15 Chinese Lawyers for International Practice. Previously, she was recommended by The Legal 500 Asia Pacific 2017.