The unfortunate reality is that even if Softlayer comply with the DMCA request, the site could be moved to a host in a more infringement-friendly jurisdiction.

The unfortunate reality is that even if Softlayer comply with the DMCA request, the site could be moved to a host in a more infringement-friendly jurisdiction. Perhaps a letter from a Chinese law firm could help to escalate matters. A basic cease and desist letter would be relatively cheap, but then again, from the infringer's stance so far, I can't imagine it would receive a particularly positive response...