Zhong Lun Law Firm offers comprehensive expertise that spans an array of sectors including e-commerce, online education, smart healthcare, and the Internet of Things. Catering to both domestic and international clientele, the firm provides a holistic suite of legal services from M&A to network security compliance, intellectual property protection, and the intricacies of cross-border data transmission. The telecoms and tech practice is led by Victor Yu and William Qiu, both bringing extensive experience in private equity, cross-border investments, and M&A. Luke Zhang oversees the telecoms and internet industry group, Qiming Yao steers the information and intelligence technology practice, while Yun Luo and Wei Du co-head the media, sports, and entertainment group. Jihong Chen specialises in cybersecurity and IP, Anthony Zhao offers expertise in capital markets and cross-border investments, and Peng (William) Zhang‘s in IP disputes, antitrust and trade compliance bolsters the firm’s offering. Meanwhile, senior associate Summer Huang advises TMT clients on private equity transactions and overseas capital markets.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Through our collaboration with Zhong Lun Law Firm, we value the expertise and professionalism of Peng (William) Zhang's legal team, especially in intricate intellectual property matters. Their responses are prompt, actionable, and always prioritize client interests.'

  • 'Peng (William) Zhang's extensive experience in intellectual property ensures top-tier communication and client-focused strategies.'

  • 'The team members are highly professional, quickly understanding and offering constructive feedback on customer needs.'

  • 'Lawyers Jihong Chen and  Senior Associate Ruxi Sun stand out for their deep professional knowledge and timely, practical insights.'

Key clients

  • Blackstone Group
  • Ascendent Capital Partners
  • L Catterton Asia
  • Lightspeed China
  • SoftBank Vision Fund
  • Noah Holdings Limited
  • Princeton Digital Group
  • Farizon Auto
  • Olympus Corporation
  • Pricewaterhouse Coopers (PWC)
  • OMRON Corporation
  • China Mobile
  • Tencent
  • Yunnan Baiyao Group Health Products Co., Ltd
  • Range Intelligent Computing Technology Group Company Limited
  • Chongqing E-Pet Technology Co., Ltd.
  • Range Intelligent Computing Technology Group Company Limited
  • Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Runze (Langfang) Digital Information Co., Ltd.
  • Chongqing Wuzhou Century Culture Media Co.,Ltd.
  • China Mobile Equity Fund
  • China Mobile Investment Holding Co., Ltd.
  • Unisplendour Corporation
  • Guoxin Micro
  • Whirlpool (China) Co., Ltd
  • Ansteel Group
  • T.Y. Lin International Ltd.
  • Eagle Quest International Ltd.
  • Capcon Limited
  • Sichuan Qian Li Beoka Medical Technology Co.,ltd.
  • Qingdao Magene Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.
  • AltoBeam Inc.
  • Shanghai Enflame Technology Co., Ltd.
  • Shenzhen Jaguar Microsystems Co., Ltd.
  • TREX Technologies
  • Shanghai Yibu Semiconductor Ltd.
  • Arcomicro Ltd.
  • Redhill Capital
  • Jadestone Capital
  • Covantis SA
  • Groz-Beckert KG
  • PURE Juicer Company LLC
  • Motorola Solutions Inc.
  • Huawei Technology Co., Ltd.
  • New Dimension Systems Co. Ltd.
  • Kingdee International Software Group Co., Ltd.(00268)
  • Clearlake Capital Group, L.P. (the buyer)
  • Jiangxiaobai Holdings Limited
  • Princeton Digital Group
  • Chaos Investment
  • Vlinker Cayman Limited
  • China C&D Equity Investment LLC.
  • KhazanahNasionalBerhad
  • Picus China Gmbh
  • InnoLight (300308)
  • XRSPACE
  • Honye Financial Services Limited

Work highlights

  • Advised Olympus Corporation on negotiation and contract promotion, assisting the company in successfully selecting IT outsourcing service providers and signing contracts.
  • Advised Pricewaterhouse Coopers on TMT compliance of the audit report business using clients' electronic signatures.
  • Advised OMRON on analysing compliance risks of TMT-related business landing and providing mitigation measures based on IOT, remote control, data processing and other business models.

Lawyers

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Anthony Zhao
Zhong Lun Law Firm

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Victor Yu, William Qiu, Luke Zhang, Qiming Yao, Yun Luo, Wei Du

Other key lawyers

Jihong Chen, Anthony Zhao, Summer Huang, Peng (William) Zhang, Ruxi Sun, Peng Cai, Yang Zhou