Kemeng Cai
Han Kun Law OfficesThe data and cybersecurity protection practice at Han Kun Law Offices is known for its cross border expertise and deep knowledge of the TMT sector. The team is sought out by international tech companies and other multinationals to advise on a range of issues from data compliance to IPO-related cybersecurity reviews, and cross-border data transfer. The practice has expanded into data algorithm compliance for new areas such as AIGC, data ownership disputes and assists on other AI related issues. Yan Wang heads up the IP and litigation department, Kevin Duan is an expert in tech-related data protection issues and cross-border data compliance, and David Tang assists both domestic and international clients on corporate compliance and data protection. Min Zhu handles data compliance analysis and data incident crisis, while Michelle Gon represents clients in compliance and regulatory matters including data security. The five aforementioned lawyers all co-lead the practice from Beijing and Shanghai. Kemeng Cai is also noted.
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Testimonials
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‘The data business covers a wide range from daily consultation to special projects. Han Kun has the corresponding experience and case support for the data business scenarios required by our company.’
‘The team is highly professional in the field of data protection, they can respond professionally and quickly to customer needs. ’
‘They are knowledgeable about the data protection legal framework in China. They delved deep into my company's business operations to better understand how they could help us.'
‘In my research for a lawyer to support us in navigating the Chinese legal frameworks surrounding our operational activities, Min Zhu and his team were the most knowledgeable about the topics we discussed, readily available to support us and provided the needed guidance and materials. They stood out because they were very approachable and I had the impression they knew what they were talking about.’
Key clients
- Tencent
- Marriott
- Baidu
- Boston Consulting Group
- Coupang
- Huazhu
- State Grid Yingda International Holdings Co.
- Tencent Music
- Tims Horton China
- Travis Perkings
- Mercedes Benz
- Volvo Cars
- Geely Holdings/Geely Cars
- Nio
- Miniso
- Bicester Village Shanghai
Work highlights
- Represented Tencent in its various investment deals in relation to data compliance matters.
- Assisting Marriott with its China data compliance matters.
- Advised Baidu on its data issues arising from compliance with China’s new Personal Information Protection Law, children privacy protection, blockchain compliance, and regulation on AI generated content.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Min Zhu
Han Kun Law OfficesNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Kevin Duan
Han Kun Law OfficesPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Yan Wang, Kevin Duan, David Tang, Min Zhu, Michelle Gon