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Connell O'Neill

Connell O'Neill

Greater China Region 2026

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Practice Areas

Connell O’Neill is a leading TMT expert in the APAC region with deep experience in corporate and commercial transactions in the technology, telecommunications, information infrastructure and digital domains. Connell also covers AI, privacy, cybersecurity and technology product counselling across the region and regularly works hands-on with clients on cutting edge matters relating to the disruptive business models of the future. Connell's computer science background makes him well positioned to bring unique insights on matters involving digital transformation. His practice spans APAC and the Middle East and he is particularly active in Hong Kong, the Philippines, Thailand, Indonesia and the UAE. Connell acts for industry incumbents and disruptive challengers and often works on ground-breaking industry-changing matters.

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Chambers Greater China Region

Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) (International Firms) - China

Band 2
Band 2

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Connell O'Neill handles a range of commercial transactions for multinationals in the information technology and telecoms sectors. He is also noted for advising on the corporate and regulatory aspects of transactions involving data centres, as well as the implementation of technology transformation projects.

Strengths

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  • Connell was the key partner. He is practical and able to provide commercial advice and offers solutions to bridge gaps in negotiations.

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) (International Firms)Chambers Greater China Region
  • He is really good at sorting through a mess. He really rolled up his sleeves and did the work.

    Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT) (International Firms)Chambers Greater China Region

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