Zhong Lun Law Firm is reputed for its extensive offering across Chengdu and Chongqing, handling M&A, securities issuances, private equity investments, and disputes. Bin Fan heads up the Chengdu office and is noted for his capital markets capabilities, while Xiong Li oversees the Chongqing office and is well versed in investments, domestic capital markets, and M&A work. Located in Chengdu, Yunfan He is recommended for his deep knowledge of asset restructuring and non-public offerings. Bankruptcy restructuring mandates make up the majority of Chengdu-based Yiheng Xu‘s mandates, and rounding out the team is Hongchuan Luo, a key compliance lawyer.
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Testimonials

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  • 'The firm has comprehensive capabilities with strong cross-border expertise.'

  • 'The firm is particularly adept at complex transactions such as cross-border financing, syndicated loans, and asset securitization. Its team delivers solution-oriented legal services aligned with clients’ commercial objectives.'

  • 'The firm's deep experience can be directly applied to corporate compliance and crisis management.'
  • 'The team is known for its partner-level direct involvement in projects, which avoids unnecessary hierarchical layers and meets the need for enterprises to make swift decisions.'
  • 'With forward-looking expertise in emerging areas such as fintech, aviation finance, and data compliance, the firm helps clients seize regulatory opportunities ahead of the curve.'
  • 'In the western China legal services market, what sets the team apart from numerous competitors is their unprecedented integration of the top-tier expertise of red-circle firms with exceptional efficiency.'

Work highlights

Acted as the legal advisor of Tianqi Lithium Corporation in a 2024 A-Share restricted stock incentive plan.
Advised Sunshine Insurance on participating in the merger and acquisition of Yingde Gas, the largest industrial gas company in China.
Acted as the legal advisor of Shudao Investments Group Co., Ltd. in a 2024 private offering of exchangeable corporate bonds.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Bin Fan
Xiong Li

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Yunfan He
Hongchuan Luo

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Fei Yang

Practice head

Bin Fan; Xiong Li

Other key lawyers

Yunfan He; Yiheng Xu; Hongchuan Luo; Fei Yang