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Hong Kong
January 25, 2024

This article seeks to discuss the changes under the 2019 Arrangement and its legal implications.
China
January 25, 2024

This article discusses how foreign-invested enterprises should adapt to China’s amended Company Law.
China
December 19, 2023

Understanding China’s New Draft for Cybersecurity Incident Reporting Measures: A Practical Guide for Network Operators
China
November 14, 2023

This article seeks to answer some key questions regarding the Measures which aim to lay down a solid ethical framework for scientific research and technological development and provide comprehensive and uniform ethical review standards across sectors.
China
October 19, 2023

In this article, we focus on why the Regulations is rolled out in such an time-efficient manner and provide a guidance for multinational companies on reshaping their compliance strategies within this new regulatory context.
China
October 7, 2023

Zhong Lun Law Firm acted for SPIC in this transaction and provided comprehensive legal services for the execution of the agreement.
China
August 16, 2023

Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as AGIC Capital’s PRC legal counsel in this transaction.
China
July 31, 2023

Rachel Li, a partner with Zhong Lun, was honored on the list of “2023 ALB China Top 15 Rising Lawyers” unveiled by ALB on July 20, 2023.
China
July 31, 2023

Zhong Lun received Band 1 ranking in the categories of Private Wealth Law PRC Firms and International Firms, and six lawyers from Zhong Lun were highly recommended.
China
July 31, 2023

This article will also analyze how to formulate and execute effective security assessment strategies, offering insight into facilitating successful market entry of AIGC products.
China
July 31, 2023

This article seeks to guide readers through the complexities of the algorithm record-filing process, a step that AIGC product developers cannot miss if they want to successfully bring AIGC products to the market.
China
July 31, 2023

As Part I in a series of articles intended to chart the regulatory course for AIGC and explore its potential trajectory under the current legal evolvements, this article seeks to decode the regulatory intent embedded within the AIGC Measures.
China
July 17, 2023

Zhong Lun acted as the Hong Kong legal adviser to Yashili in the transactions.
China
July 17, 2023

In bagging this final win, Zhong Lun demonstrated outstanding capabilities in handling unfair competition litigation, especially for trade names with certain influence and unregistered trademarks.
China
July 16, 2023

Zhong Lun served as the PRC counsel for the joint sponsors Goldman Sachs (Asia) L.L.C. and CITIC Securities (Hong Kong) Limited, providing legal services throughout the whole of the H shares’ issuance and full circulation.
China
July 16, 2023

Zhong Lun provided legal services for Cutia Therapeutics’ incubation and inception, multiple rounds of financings and establishment of ESOP and acted as its PRC legal advisor in this offering.
China
July 15, 2023

The CAC issues new regulations to regulate short-range self-organizing network information services, the MIIT issues new provisions on the Procedures for Administrative Penalties, and more.
China
July 4, 2023

On June 8, 2023, the legal rating agency Benchmark Litigation officially announced the winners of the first edition of Benchmark Litigation China Awards, and Zhong Lun was awarded Jiangsu Firm of the Year.
China
July 4, 2023

To help enterprises better understand and apply the guidelines, we have succinctly addressed ten pertinent questions to facilitate successful preparation for filing the Standard Contract.
China
July 3, 2023

Zhong Lun partner Jihong Chen was honored on the list of “2023 ALB China Top 15 Cybersecurity & Data Protection Lawyers” unveiled by ALB on June 21, 2023.
China
June 14, 2023

Zhong Lun has multiple areas and 24 lawyers from six regions recommended.
China
June 14, 2023

Zhong Lun has been accorded the “China Law Firm of the Year” award for five consecutive years and once again won “Insolvency Firm of the Year”. Mr. Baosheng Zhang was lauded as “Lawyerof the Year – China” for the second time.
China
June 11, 2023

In May 2023, China’s TMT sector witnessed key legal developments that underscored a rigorous focus on cybersecurity, consumer protection, and personal information protection.
China
June 5, 2023

On the “2023 Asia-Pacific Dispute Resolution List” released by Benchmark Litigation on May 8, 2023, Zhong Lun was recommended in all of the seven practice areas surveyed in the Chinese mainland list.
China
June 5, 2023

Zhong Lun has been recommended in the “Non-Local Law Firm (South China Practice)” category for three consecutive years; partner Mr. Peihao Yuan was awarded “Rising Lawyers – Non-local Law Firms”.
China
June 5, 2023

Zhong Lun, as the Chinese legal advisor to Airbus, end-to-end comprehensive legal services for this project. The JV will create and operate services center(s) in China for commercial aircraft second life services, providing one-stop services for various types of aircrafts ranging from aircraft parking and storage to maintenance, upgrades,...
China
June 5, 2023

Acting as the PRC counsel of HKA, Zhong Lun provided legal services for all stages of debt restructuring governed by PRC laws involved in this Restructuring.
China
June 5, 2023

At the "ALB China Law Awards 2023" award ceremony grandly held in Beijing on May 18, 2023, Zhong Lun took home a total of seven awards in the categories of individuals, law firms, practice areas and deals.
China
June 5, 2023

Zhong Lun was awarded “Tier 1” in both Patents and Copyright/Trademark practices featured in the “2023 ALB China IP Rankings” announced by ALB on May 22, 2023, marking the tenth year in a row that the firm has garnered the rankings.
China
June 3, 2023

With the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence technology, promoting its healthy development and standardization has become more crucial than ever. This is especially true given the trend of artificial intelligence-generated content (AIGC) triggered by ChatGPT. As a result, regulatory authorities in major countries are closely monitoring...
China
June 3, 2023

We have explained the investigative nature of the enforcement of the UEL Provisions in our previous article. In this article, we will continue to explore investigation procedures within the framework of the UEL Provisions.
China
May 21, 2023

In April 2023, the TMT sector in China witnessed considerable regulatory advancements, notably the Cyberspace Administration of China’s (the “CAC”) introduction of new regulations for AIGC. Here are our observations.
China
May 20, 2023

Mr. Zhou has a deep understanding of the legal regime, evolution and regulatory practice of foreign direct investment in China.
China
May 20, 2023

Zhong Lun Law Firm was named China (PRC Firms) Dispute Resolution Law Firm of the Year, marking the third time that the firm took home the laureate following the 2017 and 2019 awards.
China
May 20, 2023

Zhong Lun won 2023 ALB China Employer of Choice released on April 21, 2023, marking the eighth time that the firm has taken home the award.
China
May 11, 2023

Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the PRC legal advisor to the joint sponsors in this listing.
China
May 11, 2023

Mr. Guo has a deep theoretical understanding of company law and securities law. His practice focuses on enterprise restructuring & domestic and foreign listings, M&A, private equity/investment funds, asset management, bond issuance, listing, etc.
China
May 11, 2023

Zhong Lun, as the Chinese legal advisor to the acquiring party-Blackstone Group, provided professional and efficient PRC legal services.
China
May 11, 2023

Zhong Lun lawyers Maria Hou, Raphael Liu, Joey Zhou, Lulu Jiang, and Chloe Leung made to the list of China Business Law Journal’s 2023 edition Rising Stars unveiled on March 14, 2023.
China
April 27, 2023

Following our previous analysis of the nature of UEL Provisions and the trade ban that may be imposed, in this article, we delve into possible fines under the UEL Provisions. Specifically, we examine the determination and structuring of such fines, and factors that are taken into consideration.
China
April 26, 2023

The Unreliable Entity List Provisions articulates two sides of the same coin – with investigations on one side, and sanctions on the other. The recent designation of these companies as unreliable entities serves as an example of direct sanctions. Nevertheless, in our opinion, the UEL Provisions is fundamentally concerned with investigations.
China
April 16, 2023

Chongwen Li, a partner from Zhong Lun, made to the list of 2023 ALB China Top 15 Litigators announced by Asian Legal Business (ALB) on February 20, 2023.
China
April 16, 2023

Zhong Lun had 13 practice areas recommended, of which 11 were ranked Band 1, and 32 lawyers made to the list, sharing 35 rankings.
China
March 28, 2023

In light of our practical experience, this article analyses the key elements of the Standard Contract for Cross-border Transfer of Personal Information (the “Standard Contract”), with the aim of assisting relevant enterprises in carrying out compliance work on cross-border data transfer.
China
March 11, 2023

Zhong Lun, as the legal counsel of Lepu Bio, provided the client with legal services encompassing analysis and demonstration of relevant legal issues before and during the transaction, review and revision of transaction documents and related legal services.
China
February 28, 2023

Zhong Lun was once again ranked on the ALB China Regional Ranking: Circum-Bohai Sea Area list released by Asian Legal Business on January 18, 2023.
China
February 28, 2023

19 cases handled by Zhong Lun made into the list of “Deals of the Year 2022” announced by China Business Law Journal on February 9, 2023, 3, covering all four categories of the list, namely, capital market deals, domestic deals, cross-border deals and disputes and investigations.
China
February 28, 2023

On February 3, 2023, Structure Therapeutics Inc. (Nasdaq: GPCR) announced its initial public offering and listing of American depositary shares on the Nasdaq Global Market. The total offering size will be approximately USD 161.1 million prior to the exercise of the over-allotment option. Jefferies, SVB Securities, Guggenheim Securities and BMO...
February 28, 2023

Zhong Lun was among the top recommended firms in the tables of “enforcement and litigation” and “prosecution and strategy” in China.
China
February 28, 2023

For the past two months (December 2022 - January 2023), enhancing the re-use of data and facilitating data sharing has become THE TOPIC that draws the attention of policymakers and legislators. To maximize the role of data as a new factor of production, the 20 Data Measures creatively sets the tone that the data property system must be laid...
China
February 28, 2023

Acting for Hony Green Venture Fund in this Series B financing, Zhong Lun provided services including legal due diligence, drafting, revising and negotiating transaction documents, as well as assisting in the execution of transaction documentation and project closing.
China
February 6, 2023

11 Zhong Lun partners were ranked on China Business Law Journal’s The A-List 2022 released on January 5, 2023.
China
February 5, 2023

Zhong Lun was highlighted in 36 practice areas, with 26 honored as Band 1. 90 lawyers of the firm received among them 108 rankings.
China
February 5, 2023

Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the PRC legal adviser to the joint sponsors in this offering.
China
February 5, 2023

Zhong Lun partners Dongxiao Ma and Heping Yang, and associates Wen Liang and Xiaofeng Huang provided Kakao legal services for the above-mentioned trademark rights protection.
China
February 5, 2023

Zhong Lun represented Shaoxing Baisheng Cultural and Educational Products Co., Ltd. (“Baisheng”) in three patent infringement retrial cases before the Supreme People’s Court (“SPC”), winning all three.
China
January 8, 2023

Zhong Lun won Law Firm of the Year awards in Real Estate & Construction and Wealth Management, and Mr. Baisha Zhang was recognized as Managing Partner of the Year: South China & Central China.
China
January 8, 2023

Dr. Bisheng Shi, a Zhong Lun Law Firm partner, was named one of the "2022 ALB China Top 15 IP Lawyers" by Asian Legal Business (ALB).
China
January 8, 2023

Zhong Lun partner Jun Cheng was listed in the 2022 edition of "ALB Dealmakers of Asia" by Asian Legal Business (ALB) on December 21, 2022.
China
January 8, 2023

Zhong Lun acted as counsel for Switching-Time with respect to legal issues in the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong, providing end-to-end comprehensive legal services for this project.
China
January 8, 2023

Zhong Lun acted as the PRC legal advisor of the issue manager in this secondary listing.
China
January 8, 2023

Chambers & Partners released its Chambers FinTech Guide 2023 on December 1, 2022, to celebrate the world's leading professional service providers in FinTech. Zhong Lun was ranked in the PRC Firms list.
China
January 1, 2023

Zhong Lun acted as the PRC legal advisor for STAR CM Holdings Limited.
China
January 1, 2023

Zhong Lun has provided the investors with legal services throughout the entire process for the reorganization investment.
China
January 1, 2023

Zhong Lun provided PRC law-related services to COVA Acquisition Corp. on this transaction.
China
January 1, 2023

Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the counsel of the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong for the onshore and offshore syndicate, providing comprehensive legal services for this onshore-offshore linked financing project.
China
January 1, 2023

Zhong Lun lawyers formulated a litigation plan and filed a series of patent ownership dispute lawsuits with the Beijing Intellectual Property Court.
China
November 4, 2021

Zhong Lun Law Firm acted as the PRC legal advisor for the issuer in this offering.
China
October 31, 2021

Zhong Lun’s partner Shi Bisheng and his team provided full legal services for all eight patent infringement lawsuits and corresponding patent invalidation proceedings.
Hong Kong
October 31, 2021

The team led by partner Huo Wei provided legal services to the Clients throughout the entire process of this case.
China
October 31, 2021

In this article, we aim to briefly introduce and illustrates the burning issues and significant aspects in the PIPL which will most likely impact to a great extent INGOs' international cooperation and operations in China.
China
October 31, 2021

As the bankruptcy administrator of Huakang, Zhong Lun made a comprehensive inventory of and recovered the assets of the company, solving the long-standing problems of management difficulties of the unfinished shopping mall.
China
October 31, 2021

Based on its strengths and performance in this region, Zhong Lun was recommended in the category of "Non-Local Law Firm in the Yangtze River Delta Region (Yangtze River Delta Region Business)" on the list.
China
October 31, 2021

Zhong Lun partner Nafisa Nihmat is recommended on the "2021 ALB China Top 15 Female Lawyers" list released by Asian Legal Business on October 20, 2021.
China
August 21, 2021

Zhong Lun acted as GalaxyCore’s legal advisor in the IPO and provided comprehensive and multi-dimensional legal services.
China
August 18, 2021

In April 2021, the Supreme People’s Procuratorate issued the Plan on Carrying out the Pilot Program of Corporate Compliance Reform, officially launching the second phase of the pilot program. In the new stage, compliance establishment will no longer be a passive implementation, but an intrinsic need
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