Chao Rong

Practice Areas

As a seasoned legal professional, Lawyer Rong Chao bring extensive expertise to a diverse range of practice areas, showcasing a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies within the legal landscape. His primary focus lies in both litigation and non-litigation realms, particularly specializing in intellectual property, technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT), as well as the cultural, sports and entertainment industry.

Lawyer Rong Chao has been focusing on the field of intellectual property, involving culture, sports, film and television, entertainment, artwork and other industries, especially in the sports industry and film and entertainment field for many years. He is one of the earliest group of experts focusing on cultural and creative sports and entertainment industry legal services, and owns much practical experience especially in all kinds of new cutting-edge cases within the Internet environment. His clients include Chinese Football Association Super League, CBA, China Sports Media, NBA China, Suning Sports, WBA, Osports, LeSports, Huayi Brothers Media Group, PPTV, SINA, ROSAT, International Federation of the Phonographic Industry, Edko Film Limited, Irena, etc. The cases represented by Mr.Rong have repeatedly received official recognition as the "Top Ten Cases" selected by courts at all levels.

Career

July 2004 - December 2012:

Position: Partner Lawyer

Organization: Tianwen Partners

January 2013 - June 2018:

Position: Senior Partner Lawyer

Organization: Shanghai Baiyue Law Firm

July 2018 - Present:

Position: Equity Partner Lawyer

Organization: Boss & Young Attorneys-at-law

Professional Memberships

1. Member of China Society Of Studies On Sports Laws;

2. Member of Shanghai Society Of Studies On Sports Laws;

3. Member of the Legal Committee of Sports Industry;

4. Member of the Legal Committee of Sports Industry of Beijing Culture and Entertainment Law Society;

5. Member of the Board of Directors of the Sports Law Research Society of China Law Society.

Publications

1. Lawyer Rong Chao is the main participant of the key decision and consultation project of the China General Administration of Sport "Research on the Protection of Rights and Interests of Media Broadcasting of National Teams". He has also published many articles, such as "Exploration of the property of the right in online timing broadcasting: limited to the view of cable information network transmission”, published in the Journal of Chinese Copyright and Shanghai Lawyers;

2. “The Legal Protection of Broadcast of Sports Events in Internet Era — And a Review of the First Instance of Beijing Sina Internet Information Service Co., Ltd. v. Beijing Tianying Jiuzhou Network Technology Co. ”, published in the Journal of the Electronic Intellectual Property;

3. “Analysis and Advice to the Legal Problems of Unified Investor Introduction of Chinese National Team ”, published in the Journal of Sports Adult Education;

4. “Discussion on the Feasibility of Competitive Athletes' Ownship of Performer's Rights” published in the Journal of Chinese Copyright;

5. “Consideration on the Legal Characterization of Real-time Internet Broadcasting --The Infringement of Broadcasting Rights in the Chinese Super League Live Streaming Infringement Case”, published in “Wolters Kluwer Legal Database - Practice Module” and the well-known Wechat official Account “Zhichanli”;

6. “Research on Legal Issues of identifying Three-dimensional Model Works: A Deep Analysis of the Copyright Infringement Case of Germany Fischer Creative Combined Model”, published in the well-known Wechat official Account “Zhichanli”.

7. “Research on the Compliance of NFT on the Digital Collectibles Distribution Platform" published in "Bang Xinyang Zhongjian Zhonghui" Wechat official Account

8. “2022 Report on the Non-fungible Token in Sports Industry”, published in “Lanxiong Sports”, "Bang Xinyang Zhongjian Zhonghui" Wechat official Account

9. “Comment on the nature of Infringement in the "I am not a Fat Tiger" NFT Infringement Case in Hangzhou Internet Court”, published in "Bang Xinyang Zhongjian Zhonghui" Wechat official Account

10. “The study on the distribution of NFT digital collections in the sports industry”, published in "Bang Xinyang Zhongjian Zhonghui" Wechat official Account

11. Participated in writing the textbook "Introduction to Sports Law" (Chapter 8), published by China University of Political Science and Law Press;

12. "Research on the Perfection of the Legalization of the Rights of Sports Event Organizers - A Concurrent Review of the Newly Revised Sports Law" published in "Sports Scientific Research".

Personal

Lawyer Rong Chao, a seasoned expert in intellectual property law, was specialized in handling complex legal cases across a myriad of industries. His career is marked by notable achievements and contributions in technology, media, telecommunications, culture, film, television, and sports law. His legal acumen is not just limited to the courtroom. Rong Chao is also a respected academic, sharing his insights and experiences through publications and lectures, further enriching the intellectual property law field.

Rong Chao's work ethic and innovative strategies were particularly evident in a landmark case involving a major technology firm. The case about Fischertechnik (Germany) v. Shanghai Dongfang Educational Equipment Co., Ltd. and Shanghai Yaxun Intelligent Robot Technology Co., Ltd. known for its intricacies and the significant legal precedent it set, highlighted his ability in solving the complex intellectual property disputes. His approach combined a deep understanding of legal frameworks with an innovative application of legal principles.

Beyond the courtroom, Rong Chao’s contributions have been recognized through numerous awards and accolades. He has been named among the top intellectual property lawyers and has received accolades for his exceptional skills and dedication to his field. These recognitions leave a profound impact on the legal profession, particularly in the realm of intellectual property law.

Rong Chao's passion for law extends into his commitment to mentorship and education. He has been instrumental in guiding the next generation of lawyers, imparting his knowledge and experience to those entering the field. His mentorship has shaped many young legal minds, fostering a new wave of intellectual property talents.

In addition to his legal practice, Rong Chao is an active participant in various professional organizations. His involvement in these groups allows him to stay at the forefront of legal developments and contribute to shaping the future of intellectual property law. His engagement in these organizations also demonstrates his commitment to the broader legal community, working collaboratively to advance the profession.

In summary, Lawyer Rong Chao's career is characterized by a deep dedication to the field of intellectual property law. His significant legal achievements, combined with his academic contributions and commitment to mentorship, mark him as a distinguished figure in the legal community. His ongoing work continues to influence the landscape of intellectual property law, making him a notable and respected legal professional.

Work Highlights

Lawyer Rong handled the Kuro P2P music sharing case, “Huo Yuanjia” timed playback service case, Sina VS Phoenix Chinese Super League broadcasting case, 2008 Beijing Olympic Games series of rights cases, right-defended case of La Liga, “Declaration of Independence of the Post-80s” Huluwa and Black Cat Sheriff posters case on ’ converted use’, Fischer creative combination of modeling works case, right-defended case of Huayi Brothers. Those cases he represented were selected at all levels of various types of ‘Top Ten Cases’by different courts. The case of “Fischer Model Works” was selected as a typical case of the Supreme People's Court's high-quality service to safeguard the integrated development of the Yangtze River Delta in 2023, an excellent case of the Supreme People's Court in 2020, a reference case of the Shanghai Higher People's Court in 2019, as well as a typical case of the White Paper on Judicial Protection of Intellectual Property Rights of Shanghai 2015-2020, which establishes the rules of adjudication. He owns rich experience in handling difficult disputes and court appearances at the forefront of intellectual property rights.

Industry Sector Expertise

Lawyer Rong has been deeply engaged in the field of intellectual property and unfair competition law for many years, has mastered the legal knowledge in related fields, and has rich experience in the handling of relevant difficult cases.

Expert in these Jurisdictions

Chinese mainland

Experience

Lawyer Rong Chao specializing in intellectual property rights, involving culture, sports, film and television, entertainment, art and other industries, especially in the sports industry and film and television entertainment field plowing for many years. He is one of the early group of experts engaged in the cultural and creative sports and entertainment industry, especially in the Internet environment for the various types of new cutting-edge cases, and owns a wealth of practical experience.

Languages Spoken

Chinese; English

Education

Awards