TMT: Media & Entertainment (PRC Firms) | Greater China Region

Hylands Law Firm continues to be a notable team for its IP expertise in the media, culture and entertainment sphere. The firm is experienced in various transactions, such as equity acquisitions, financings and investments, as well as dispute matters. The firm's client roster includes internet companies, media groups, film production companies and celebrities. The team boasts a strong litigation offering for clients in the entertainment industry, representing clients in IP infringement lawsuits.

Jincheng Tongda & Neal Law Firm is highly regarded in the market for its media law offering. The firm provides a wide range of contentious and non-contentious legal services to clients in the media and entertainment sector, including both transactional and regulatory compliance matters. The team also advises on IP protection matters. The firm boasts a nationwide network of offices as well as a representative office in Japan. The firm also houses experts in data protection regulations.

TransAsia Lawyers is well known for its depth of experience in acting on a full range of work such as market entry, securities issuances, overseas listings and regulatory compliance issues. The team is sought after by leading internet companies, technology firms and media groups as well as startups for its expertise in this field. The firm has notable expertise in the telecoms sector, advising such clients on regulatory and data privacy compliance. The team is also capable of advising on contract drafting for film production companies and individual talents.

Haiwen & Partners is a highly regarded Red Circle firm with a full-service offering, including in the media and online entertainment sectors. The firm is able to assist with TV and film financing, production, licensing and distribution needs of media and advertising clients. The firm is equally proficient at data protection as well as M&A mandates in the media and entertainment area.

Tiantai Law Firm houses a robust team that represents corporate clients in the media and entertainment sector. This national brand has offices in a dozen major cities across China, including Beijing and Shanghai. The firm advises film and television producers, handling financing, due diligence and contract drafting. The team is also proficient in entertainment-related disputes, including copyright infringement and unfair competition litigation.

AnJie Broad Law Firm houses a market-leading team which handles a wide range of regulatory mandates for clients in the telecoms and technology sectors. The team is also well equipped to undertake data auditing, data protection and cybersecurity compliance matters, particularly regarding cross-border data transfer regulations. The team brings extra expertise in supporting clients from the media, entertainment and sports sectors, with a strong focus on IP-related mandates. It also excels in advising gaming companies on compliance and IP matters.

Fangda Partners maintains its leading position in the TMT market. The team's stellar client roster includes a number of high-profile financial investors and domestic and international household names in the media and technology sectors. The firm has notable experience in handling cross-border transactions and is equally adept at handling domestic transactions for major players in the TMT space. The team is notable for representing online game and live-streaming clients in copyright and unfair competition litigation. Fangda Partners is well-recognised for its experience in data privacy regulatory compliance.

Guozun Cathay Associates regularly assists media and entertainment companies with dispute resolution and corporate advisory work. Its diverse clientele includes individual artists, theatres, film and TV producers and internet and technology firms. Additionally, the firm advises government entities on new regulations.

Hai Run Law Firm houses a robust team capable of handling both contentious and non-contentious matters for clients in the entertainment sector. The team is notably adept at handling contract disputes between actors and talent agencies.

Jingtian & Gongcheng possesses a sizeable bench of practitioners who leverage expertise in corporate/M&A and overseas issuance to assist clients in the technology sphere. The team is adroit at data compliance in cross-border data transfers and pre-IPO preparations. The firm's in-depth knowledge of IP planning and management is highly sought after by music publishers, film producers and game operators. It also demonstrates an impressive track record of representing clients in IP infringement litigation.

Merits & Tree Law Offices houses a team of data specialists, who ably assist clients with both domestic and cross-border data regulatory compliance work. Its expertise in data attracts financial firms, hospitality groups and prominent technology companies. The team also has a strong presence in handling corporate M&As in the media and entertainment sector.

Ricc & Co is a boutique firm specialising in media and entertainment law. The team provides a full-service offering to media and entertainment sector clients, including TV and film financing, production, distribution and IP protection. The team is increasingly active in sports law.

Watson & Band is well known for its intellectual property offerings, with expertise in patent, copyright and trademark prosecution and enforcement. Its extensive knowledge of the media industry is sought after by Shanghai-based publishing agencies, broadcasting firms and national media groups with a strengthening presence in shows and exhibitions. The team is a strong player in data regulatory compliance, frequently handling data exports and transactions for Chinese companies, as well as advising government bodies and data exchange centres on information protection and privacy.