Data Protection

King & Wood Mallesons possesses an accomplished regulatory practice and often advises clients on compliance with data, privacy and cybersecurity legislation across multiple jurisdictions in Asia, though the firm is singled out for its expertise in China and Australia. Its teams handle cross-border data-sharing matters, reviewing internal policies regarding personal and sensitive data as well as breach incidents, investigations and related litigation. The firm also has experience advising governmental organisations on developing its regulatory regimes.

King & Wood Mallesonsadvised Medibank on all aspects of its response to a cyberattack in which a malicious threat actor stole and released sensitive customer information on the dark web.

Peter Bullock, based in the Hong Kong office, and Cheng Lim in the Melbourne office are key contacts at the firm.