LAWYER PROFILE

Richard Bird

Global 2026

Freshfields

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Intellectual Property (International Firms)

China

14 years ranked

TMT: Data Protection & Privacy (International Firms)

China

1 year ranked

About

Provided by Freshfields

Global

Practice Areas

Richard heads Freshfields’ IP/ Technology practice group and is the Technology sector group head in Asia. Richard advises clients on complex technology and brands-heavy transactional and commercial projects (including digital transformations) across Asia, and IP litigation and litigation counselling, especially patent litigation, in Hong Kong and China.

His work also spans the related advisory fields of internet and telecommunications, media & broadcasting regulations, and regional data privacy and cyber security advice - including the Asia-wide handing of several major global data security incidents.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Intellectual Property (International Firms) - China

Band 4

Individual Editorial

Richard Bird of Freshfields frequently advises on strategic collaboration, licensing agreements and regulatory matters, in addition to handling the IP aspects of M&A transactions. He is the head of the firm's IP/commercial practice in Asia.

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TMT: Data Protection & Privacy (International Firms) - China

Band 4

Individual Editorial

Richard Bird heads the Asia IP and data practice at Freshfields. He is adept at advising on privacy, data protection and data transfer matters. He is also sought after to handle cyber incidents and data privacy issues related to IP infringement disputes.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

He has remarkable depth of knowledge and expertise in data privacy laws and regulations across the region. His commitment to client service is truly commendable.
TMT: Data Protection & Privacy (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide
Overall the experience of working with Richard was enriching due to his vast global and regional expertise on varied data privacy topics.
TMT: Data Protection & Privacy (International Firms)Chambers Global Guide