Stella Cramer > Clifford Chance > Singapore, Singapore > Lawyer Profile

The team at Clifford Chance handles a broad range of mandates, from data compliance programmes, regulatory reviews and the commercialisation of data to cross-border data transfers, enforcement actions in regulatory investigations and cyber security incidents. Stella Cramer leads the practice and advises on data compliance strategies, with additional experience in assisting clients managing cyber risks and handling high-profile cyber breaches.

Clifford Chance leverages its deep expertise in banking and finance to navigate a broad range of fintech and financial issues, including payment systems, export finance, and regulatory matters related to derivatives and automated trading systems. The firm’s extensive multi-jurisdictional experience also positions it well to manage complex regulatory investigations effectively. Lena Ng advises on licensing, exemptions, conduct of business, and other regulatory issues, frequently supporting clients on both a local and international basis. She leads the team alongside Stella Cramer, who assists clients on complex, digital and transformational technology and commercial transactions, platform agreements, and the full range of data and privacy matters. Elsewhere in the team, Kabir Singh stands out for his expertise in cross-border disputes, and Nish Shetty is recommended for his experience advising clients on high-profile cross-jurisdictional regulatory investigations.

Clifford Chance has built a leading position in the market thanks to the presence of the experienced Stella Cramer, who heads the Asia Pacific tech group, and a wider team of TMT specialists. Department members are recognised for their expertise in digital transformation projects, cyber and technology incidents, technology transactions and data transfer. They are also noted for their expertise in regulatory issues connected to blockchain, AI and fintech. The department represents many of the biggest tech multinationals in the world, along with local and regional businesses. Head of financial regulatory, Lena Ng is widely recognised for her fintech experience, while experienced counsel David Olds is another TMT specialist with a background in data privacy, cybersecurity, IT contracting and outsourcing.

Clifford Chance LLP‘s tech group specialises in assisting TMT clients with acquisitions, financing and investments in the sector. The team is co-led by Kelly Gregory in Shanghai and Stella Cramer from Singapore. Gregory is well-versed in advising domestic clients on TMT corporate transactions and cross-border M&A. Beijing-based Terence Foo is the go-to for multinational clients seeking assistance with inbound investments and advice on technology regulations. Lei Shi handles IP disputes from Beijing and Shanghai, while Beijing-based Yufei Liao advises on corporate and commercial TMT matters.