Asset Tracing & Investigation

Asset Tracing & Investigation

Pre-enforcement asset investigation to identify and locate judgment debtor assets in China, including bank accounts, real property, equity interests, and receivables.

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Effective enforcement begins with asset intelligence. Our investigation practice covers:

Public Record Searches

  • Corporate registration records (工商登记信息)
  • Real property registrations (不动产登记)
  • Intellectual property registrations (trademarks, patents)
  • Court judgment and enforcement databases
  • Credit reference systems

Court-Ordered Discovery

  • Applications for investigation orders (调查令)
  • Third-party discovery from banks, commercial tenants, and trade counterparties
  • Leveraging Chinese judicial assistance mechanisms

Strategic Intelligence

  • Mapping corporate structures to identify ultimate beneficial owners
  • Identifying indirect asset holdings through affiliate entities
  • Analyzing financial statements and public filings
  • Coordinating with local investigators in multiple Chinese cities

Preservation Strategy

  • Identifying assets suitable for pre-judgment attachment (财产保全)
  • Prioritizing liquid assets (bank accounts) over illiquid assets (real estate)
  • Timing preservation applications to maximize surprise and effectiveness