With a global reach, Zhong Lun Law Firm‘s offering is experienced advising on the remit of data compliance. It advises multinational clients in the aviation, energy and finance industries, amongst others. The practice is co-led from the Beijing office by Jihong Chen, who handles a full spectrum of cybersecurity, personal information protection, and telecoms compliance matters, and by Peng Cai, who specialises in data protection, cybersecurity and complex regulatory matters in the TMT, manufacturing, and healthcare sectors, as well as data security risks arising from big data and AI. Shanghai-based Jeffrey Liu frequently advises both foreign and domestic clients in the finance, IT and cloud computing fields on data protection and fintech matters. Yang Zhou specialises in TMT-related cases and provides expertise on data governance systems, data export security assessments, and personal information protection impact assessments.
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Testimonials
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‘The Zhong Lun team demonstrates exceptional professionalism and a client-centric approach to data compliance.'
'They not only maintain a precise grasp of the detailed regulations governing data compliance, but also offer highly practical solutions. When faced with complex business scenarios, they proactively analyse the entire data flow chain to quickly identify compliance risks.'
'When responding to requests, they maintain efficient and agile execution while demonstrating a deep understanding of their clients' business objectives.’
‘Attorney Jiawei Wu has left a deep impression on us during our past collaborations. Her strengths lie not only in her solid professional expertise, she can also precisely navigate the complexities of data compliance regulations. She also has keen business insight, which goes beyond superficial interpretations of legal provisions.'
'Jiawei Wu quickly identifies our core needs and potential pain points and provides targeted, practical solutions.'
- 'The team demonstrates exceptional professionalism and service. Their work style is pragmatic and efficient, responding quickly to urgent requests while maintaining strict control over service progress and quality.'
Key clients
- SINOIOV
- Merchants Union Consumer Finance Company Limited
- Vipshop Co., Ltd
- CHINA GAS
- Shenzhen Reolink Technology Co., Ltd.
- Shanghai Auntie Industrial Co., Ltd.
- Vaillant
- L’Occitane
- TK Elevator Co., Ltd.
- Shanghai Huace Navigation Technology Ltd.
- Hyundai Motor Group LTD.
- Payoneer Inc.
Work highlights
Advised on a compliance support project for Network Construction Cooperation between two licensed telecommunication operators.
Advised Sungrow on a global data compliance project.
Provided the client with legal services and continuous enhancement of the data compliance management system in China.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Jihong Chen
Practice head
Jihong Chen; Peng Cai
Other key lawyers
Jeffrey Liu; Yang Zhou; Jiawei Wu