Heyl Royster

Rong Fu

Associate
Peoria, IL

Joined Firm in 2024

With a dedication to thoroughness, precision, and unwavering client advocacy, Rong Fu is committed to achieving the best outcomes for her clients in every case.

  • Externed for Judges John Z. Lee at the District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and Chief Judge Eduardo Rodriguez at the Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas
  • University of Illinois College of Law magna cum laude graduate
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Rong Fu

Attorney in Peoria, IL

Rong Fu is an associate attorney in the firm's Peoria office, with a comprehensive understanding of the practical and legal aspects of the commercial field. She has a strong academic background in Economics, having completed her undergraduate studies at a prestigious top-5 university in China, where she graduated in the top 10% of her class. Rong is a first-generation law school graduate, earning a magna cum laude degree from the University of Illinois College of Law.

With valuable experience from internships across various industries and an externship focused on Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases, she brings a unique perspective to client advocacy. Rong has also externed with respected judges, including Judge John Z. Lee at the District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and Chief Judge Eduardo V. Rodriguez at the Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas, enhancing her litigation skills and judicial insight.

In addition to her legal experience, Rong served as the Internet Editor for the Illinois Journal of Law, Technology & Policy and graduated with Pro Bono Notation, reflecting her commitment to community service. She enjoys tackling complex and intellectually demanding matters with meticulous attention to detail.

Outside work, Rong is passionate about cooking and is on a journey to become a gourmet chef. She also loves traveling, having backpacked solo across eight European countries, which enriches her worldview and approach to the law.

Credentials

Education

J.D., University of Illinois College of Law, magna cum laude

B.S., Zhejiang University

Licensure(s) and Admission(s)

State Courts of Illinois

Professional Affiliations

Illinois State Bar Association

Peoria County Bar Association

Languages

English, Mandarin

Presentations/Publications

Publications

"Automated Vehicles Are at the Crossroads: Where Should Local Governments Go?," University of Illinois Journal of Law, Technology & Policy 423 (2023)

Public Profile

Rong Fu is an associate attorney in the firm's Peoria office, with a comprehensive understanding of the practical and legal aspects of the commercial field. She has a strong academic background in Economics, having completed her undergraduate studies at a prestigious top-5 university in China, where she graduated in the top 10% of her class. Rong is a first-generation law school graduate, earning a magna cum laude degree from the University of Illinois College of Law.

With valuable experience from internships across various industries and an externship focused on Chapter 11 bankruptcy cases, she brings a unique perspective to client advocacy. Rong has also externed with respected judges, including Judge John Z. Lee at the District Court for the Northern District of Illinois and Chief Judge Eduardo V. Rodriguez at the Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas, enhancing her litigation skills and judicial insight.

In addition to her legal experience, Rong served as the Internet Editor for the Illinois Journal of Law, Technology & Policy and graduated with Pro Bono Notation, reflecting her commitment to community service. She enjoys tackling complex and intellectually demanding matters with meticulous attention to detail.

Outside work, Rong is passionate about cooking and is on a journey to become a gourmet chef. She also loves traveling, having backpacked solo across eight European countries, which enriches her worldview and approach to the law.

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