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About

Provided by Bird & Bird

We have been active in the field of data protection for over 25 years. We boast one of the largest practices in Europe and Asia Pacific, with over 130 lawyers whose main practice is data protection. We have a deep understanding of changes in technology and law.


Our clients often collect large quantities of sensitive data and are high profile businesses, for whom the disclosure or misuse of data will have severe ramifications. Our team has the expertise to help clients use their data and respond to regulatory scrutiny. A number of our lawyers are former members of data protection authorities such as the DPC in Ireland and the CNIL, so we have a better insight that many into how this complex area of law is likely to be enforced.  

 

Some of our lawyers have also spent time in-house, giving the team extensive hands-on experience, and reinforcing a pragmatic, collaborative approach to providing legal services for our clients.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Data Protection - Asia-Pacific Region

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

Bird & Bird has a well-rounded data protection practice, with a particularly strong presence in Singapore, China and Australia. The firm advises on comprehensive data compliance strategies and cyber disputes that often span multiple jurisdictions. Its clientele includes prominent international companies in financial services, technology and AI.

Notable practitioners

Jeremy Tan is a key contact for clients.

Work Highlights

Provided by Bird & Bird

  • Bird & Bird acted for Tencent on various privacy and data processing regulations across the region as applicable to its wide range of products, from games to cloud services. 

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Bird & Bird have deep knowledge of the industry and the latest legal and technological developments. They can offer commercial and practical advice calibrated to legal and regulatory risk.

Data Protection respondent
Asia-Pacific

The team explain complex concepts in a user-friendly manner and always take the time to fact-find.

Data Protection respondent
Asia-Pacific