Banking & Finance (PRC Firms) - China
What the team is known for
Zhong Lun Law Firm is a market-leading financial services firm with extensive experience and knowledge of a full spectrum of banking services, from handling term loan facilities to syndicated loan transactions. The team is active in cross-border financing, representing a variety of clients including domestic and foreign lenders, borrowers and sponsors. The team is also adept at handling acquisition finance, project finance and real estate transactions. The team has further expertise in asset securitisation, aviation finance, banking compliance and fintech work. The firm includes Bank of East Asia, China Great Wall Asset Management and CITIC Financial Leasing among its top clients.
Strengths
"The team is well regarded, and the team members are able to deliver commercial advice on sophisticated matters consistently."
"The team members are highly professional and efficient, especially when it comes to finding clues and solving problems. Zhong Lun have a diligent and responsible attitude."
Work highlights
Zhong Lun Law Firm advised the IFC on issuing USD700 million term loan facilities to two Vietnamese electronics producers controlled by Goertek, which also provided the guarantee for the loans.
Notable practitioners
Chen Dongyue is experienced in handling a range of financing matters for corporate clients and financial institutions. He is also proficient in handling debt restructuring and non-performing assets. "Chen Dongyue is a leader in the finance space and he is able to deliver solid commercial advice on transactions consistently."
Shirley Lu has a wealth of experience in banking and finance transactions, including domestic and cross-border financing. She is also regularly engaged to handle acquisition financing and refinancing matters.
Yuan Ting has a growing reputation for his capable handling of project and asset financing mandates. His expertise in syndicated loans and acquisition finance is also frequently sought after by domestic and international banks. He has additional expertise in serving aviation finance clients. "Mr Yuan is very good and professional."
