Introduction of Zhong Lun

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Founded in 1993, Zhong Lun Law Firm was one of the first private law partnerships to receive approval from the Ministry of Justice. After years of rapid development and steady growth, today Zhong Lun is one of the largest full service law firms in with over 500 partners and around 3000 professionals working in seventeen offices in , , , , , , , , , , , , Hong CHINA USA UK JPN Kong, , New York, , San Francisco and . Beijing Shanghai Shenzhen New York San Francisco London Tokyo Guangzhou Wuhan Chengdu Los Angeles Chongqing Qingdao Hangzhou Zhong Lun offers high-quality legal services across a Nanjing Haikou wide range of industries and sectors by dint of our specialized expertise and close teamwork. 1 Introduction of Zhong Lun

Actively practicing for the industries of technology, telecommunication and Internet in the past two decades, and providing professional legal services for a large number of technology companies, telecom operators and network service providers, Zhong Lun has accumulated abundant experience and has always been the leader in this field. In the field of technology, telecommunication and Internet law, Zhong Lun is highly recommended and ranked the 1st Class by Chambers and Partners, which is a reputable ranking institution worldwide. For several times, Zhong Lun has received key recommendations and awards from the major legal medias such as Legal 500, China Business Law Journal and Asialaw Profiles.

Basic Telecom Intellectual Property Cybersecurity and Internet finance Cloud Computing, Services and Value- Protection Data Protection and e- Big Data and added Telecom commerce Internet of things Services (IoT)

2 Our Advantages

Pioneers in Zhong Lun cybersecurity and data compliance team is one of the earliest professional team in China Data Protection specialized in the field of cybersecurity. The leading partner of our team has been invited to the legislative research and discussions of the Internet, cybersecurity and data protection legislation for many times. The lawyers of our team are also active in the academic research and have published plenty international academic publications.

Participation in the Legislative Activities Publications on Cybersecurity and Data protection n We have maintained a smooth and effective n TMT Law Review, the 4th edition, author of China chapter, Research on Law and communication channel with regulatory authorities of Business, 2013 - 2018. cybersecurity and data protection, including Cyberspace n Get The Deal Through e-Commerce, author of China Chapter, 2012-2017. Administration of China (“CAC”), Ministry of Industry n The Legal 500: Technology Country Comparative Guide, 2017. and Information Technology of the People’s Republic n Legal Studies on Internet and Information (1st series), China Press of Democracy of China (“MIIT”), National Information Security and Legal System Press, 2017. Standardization Technical Committee (known as n The Internet Plus - the Thought of Law and Hot Legal Issues, China Press of “TC260”) and so on. Democracy and Legal System Press, 2016. n Our partner has participated as experts and deputy n Information Networks and High-tech Legal Frontier (the 7th volume), chief chairman of IT/High Tech Committee under ACLA in the editor and editorial board member, China Press of Democracy and Legal System legislation and discussions of the Cybersecurity Law, the Press, 2013. Regulations for the Protection of Critical Information n Information Networks and High-tech Legal Frontier 2009, author and editorial Infrastructure Security (Exposure Draft), personal board member, China Press of Democracy and Legal System Press, 2010. information protection specifications and related n Information Networks and High-tech Legal Frontier 2007, author and editorial national standards. board member, China Press of Democracy and Legal System Press, 2008. 3 Our Advantages

Global Practice Zhong Lun has developed in-depth cooperation with experts in the field of data compliance all over the world and is good at assisting enterprises establish and optimize the cyber security and data compliance system that meet the requirements of China, EU (GDPR), and other jurisdictions, as well as the information security certification, e.g. ISO27001.

Zhong Lun has accumulated a lot of practical experience and developed a unique Professionality system of compliance project process and output. Zhong Lun has provided legal service to many clients of analyzing how to meet challenges of laws and policies under Chinese complicated legal and regulatory framework. Our clients are from various industries including manufacture, IT, telecommunication, media, mobile payment, finance, energy, aviation, chemical and manufacturing.

Business-oriented Our team demonstrates client-focused, solution-oriented by seeking out the Solutions most practical course of action and provide straightforward answers and practical advice for the client. We remain focused on the most expedient resolution, determined to use our knowledge and experience to help our clients navigate through legal issues.

4 Our Advantages

Capacity to handle heavy workload We are a full service, dynamic, and trustworthy team that specializes in within limited time cybersecurity and data protection. We have been providing comprehensive legal services to domestic and international corporations and our clients achieve remarkable efficient and economical results.

International Practice We have our roots firmly embedded in China and our sights set on the global market. Professionals in our team have strong and competitive international backgrounds and we have provided our services to many transnational corporations in various field.

Industry-tailored Every industry comes with its own distinct needs and challenges. We tailor our legal solutions to work for you. Whether you are a healthcare corporation dealing Service with sensitive medical information, a transnational conglomerate owning a massive number of controlled subsidiaries and practicing in financing, telecommunication, food and beverage, etc., our team keep up to date with all the ins and outs that are unique to your industry.

5 Credentials of Zhong Lun

n Beijing Law Firm of The Year, Managing Partner of The Year (Asian Legal Business China Law Awards 2019) n The PRC Firm with the most practice areas and lawyers recommended (Chambers Asia Pacific 2019)

n Dispute Resolution - PRC Law Firm of the Year (Chambers Asia-Pacific Awards 2019) n Zhong Lun has been the PRC law firm with the most practice areas and lawyers recommended as well as the most practice areas rated Band 1 by Chambers for many consecutive years. In the latest rankings, Zhong Lun has 28 practice areas obtaining rankings, of which 18 have received Band 1 recommendations and 57 lawyers have been rated leading lawyer (Chambers Asia Pacific, 2018) n Dispute Resolution China PRC Law Firm of the Year (Chambers, 2017) n Corporate and Finance - PRC Law Firm of the Year (Chambers, 2015) n Zhong Lun highly recommended in 7 practice areas: Capital Markets, M&A, Project Development, Private Equity, Banking and Finance, Competition, Investment Funds (IFLR1000, 2018)

n National Law Firm of the Year (IFLR, 2015 & 2017) n Zhong Lun highly recommended as Top Tier Firm in 11 practice areas: Real Estate and Construction, Private Equity/Venture Capital, Corporate and M&A, Banking and Finance, Dispute Resolution, Intellectual Property, WTO/International Trade, Antitrust and Competition, Projects and Energy, Labor and Employment, TMT (The Legal 500 Asia Pacific, 2018) 6 Credentials of Zhong Lun n Zhong Lun has been the PRC law firm with the most practice areas and lawyers recommended as well as the most practice areas rated Band 1 by Chambers for many consecutive years. In the latest rankings, Zhong Lun has 28 practice areas obtaining rankings, of which 18 have received Band 1 recommendations and 57 lawyers have been rated leading lawyer (Chambers Asia Pacific, 2018) n Dispute Resolution China PRC Law Firm of the Year (Chambers, 2017) n Corporate and Finance - PRC Law Firm of the Year (Chambers, 2015) n PRC Law Firm of the Year (Chambers, 2011 & 2014) n Zhong Lun highly recommended in 7 practice areas: Capital Markets, M&A, Project Development, Private Equity, Banking and Finance, Competition, Investment Funds (IFLR1000, 2018) n National Law Firm of the Year (IFLR, 2015 & 2017) n Zhong Lun highly recommended as Top Tier Firm in 11 practice areas: Real Estate and Construction, Private Equity/Venture Capital, Corporate and M&A, Banking and Finance, Dispute Resolution, Intellectual Property, WTO/International Trade, Antitrust and Competition, Projects and Energy, Labor and Employment, TMT (The Legal 500 Asia Pacific, 2018) n 10 practice areas have earned the “Outstanding Firm” recommendation: Capital Markets, Construction & Real Estate, Corporate/M&A, Dispute Resolution & Litigation, Energy & Natural Resources, Investment Funds, IT, Telco & Media, Private Equity, Restructuring & Insolvency, Taxation (Asialaw Profile, 2018) 7