Zhong Lun Law Firm’s team represents clients in matters relating to onshore and offshore funds, concerning jurisdictions such as the Cayman Islands and Hong Kong. The team covers the full cycle of fund operations, from the registration of a fund to the exit stage. Catherine Chen leads the team, with a strong presence from Shanghai and longstanding experience in fund formation matters. Other notable members of the team include Yanlun Meng, who handles financing projects, and Ping Zhang who advises on domestic and offshore investment funds. Joey Zhou is experienced in assisting start-ups, and Yan Liu has a strong knowledge of funds related to the TMT and healthcare sectors.
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Testimonials
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'The Zhong Lun team is very professional and can quickly respond to clients' needs. The team configuration is also excellent, allowing for collaboration with global offices to provide legal services.'
'The team demonstrates a solid professional foundation and a pragmatic service style in the field of fund establishment. Its core advantage lies in its keen grasp of regulatory dynamics and precise understanding of the demands of all parties involved in the transaction.'
'The team can translate complex legal terms into clear operational guidelines, maintaining a high level of professionalism and balance between commercial feasibility in aspects such as fund structure design and key provisions setting.'
'The team is distinguished by its combination of professional rigour and commercial insight, with team lawyers demonstrating profound practical experience. Its core competitive advantage, unlike its peers, lies in its consistent focus on solving real problems, firmly adhering to legal boundaries while providing constructive solutions based on a deep understanding of the industry.'
'The team has formed a service closed loop of professional judgment, business thinking, and efficient execution, excelling particularly in key issues related to fund establishment, maintaining stable service quality and high reliability over the years. This comprehensive service capability makes it a trusted long-term partner.'
'The team is characterised by its comprehensive and professional service capabilities, especially in the specialised fields of private equity funds and venture capital funds.'
Key clients
- Shanghai Integrated Circuit Industry Investment Fund Management Co., Ltd.
- Shanghai Sci-tech Innovation Center Capital Co., Ltd.
- LAV
- JIYUAN Capital
- Cathay Capital
- China Guoxin
- CITIC Juxin (Beijing) Capital Management Ltd.
- Nantong Xinxing Industry Fund (Limited Partnership)
- Taiping (Shenzhen) Healthcare Industry Private Equity Investment Fund Partnership (Limited Partnership)
Work highlights
Represented Shanghai IC Fund Management Company in the formation of the Shanghai Integrated Circuit Industry Investment Fund III (the "Fund III"), a RMB12bn fund approved by the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Economy and Informatization.
Acted on behalf of China Guoxin in setting up one fund as the fund sponsor and invested in another fund managed by China Chengtong, as well as building GP of two funds.
Advised on the formation and investment of Liaoning Revitalization Fund.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Ping Zhang
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Yan Liu
Practice head
Catherine Chen
Other key lawyers
Yanlun Meng; Ping Zhang; Joey Zhou; Yan Liu