China Supplier Disputes
Paid but no shipment, goods delivered with missing components, or a refund that never arrives? Start with the parties, agreement, evidence and loss before deciding on China-side legal work.
Identify the performance problem
Distinguish non-delivery, partial delivery, delay, non-conforming specifications and missing critical components. Explain what arrived, when, how functionality was affected and whether your objective is delivery, completion, a refund or a loss assessment.
Map the seller, payee and factory
Collect the contracting name and seal, invoice or PI issuer, bank beneficiary and actual manufacturer. A salesperson's English trading name is not the full Chinese company identity. Explain any mismatch between the contract, payment and performance.
Build a transaction timeline
Connect the order, payments, sample approval, promised dates, shipment, inspection, defect notice and supplier response. Keep original attachments and full context so that supported facts and gaps can be identified.
Agree the work for this stage
The first scope can address the parties, documents, dispute clause, evidence gaps and available next steps. Letters, negotiation, litigation or arbitration require a separate scope based on the facts, costs and ability to undertake the work.
Scope and limitations
Immediate litigation is not appropriate for every dispute. Identity, assets, evidence and costs affect the next step. Accidents and foreign-law issues may require additional specialist support.