Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) (International Firms)
Greater China Region Guide 2024 : China
Band 1
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DLA Piper retains its prominent name in the IT space, especially for data privacy, cybersecurity and GDPR issues arising from artificial intelligence. It is well regarded for transactional and corporate advice on outsourcing, telecoms and data projects. The law firm maintains a strong client following, including financial institutions and multinational insurers, and has been proactive in taking on fintech mandates, with additional experience relating to digital gaming products and distribution. DLA Piper often advises clients outside TMT sectors on their technology needs. The firm's clients include Burberry, Levi Strauss and Symbio.
Work Highlights
- DLA Piper assisted Science 37, an American clinical research company, with its strategic expansion plans in China.
- DLA Piper provided guidance to Aetna regarding data sharing and transfer arrangements in relation to its preferred partnership agreements with Allianz.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"DLA is very responsive to our questions and tailors their advice to our specific needs."
"It is easy to get a comprehensive view from DLA because it has a full house of seasoned lawyers who specialise in various areas."
"DLA is very responsive to our questions and tailors their advice to our specific needs."
"It is easy to get a comprehensive view from DLA because it has a full house of seasoned lawyers who specialise in various areas."
Notable Practitioners
Carolyn Bigg wins praise for her practice advising on data privacy and protection, as well as other compliance issues related to technology licensing and data localisation. She is a favourite choice of client for foreign multinationals operating in China and the Asia-Pacific region.
"Carolyn Bigg has been excellent in the data area."
"Carolyn Bigg is an excellent privacy attorney specifically regarding Chinese data laws."