Bird & Bird has a mainland China presence for data protection law through Beijing-based James Gong. Gong has a strong understanding of the local regulatory landscape in China having worked in this field for a decade. He regularly assists major multinationals, including Sony, with their GDPR and systems compliance matters. He is also well-placed to advise on data transfers and breaches.
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Key clients
- Sony
- ALK-Abelló A/S
- Stryker Pacific Ltd
Work highlights
- Advised Sony on compliance with PRC data protection laws and regulations.
- Advised ALK-Abelló A/S on its compliance with data protection laws, as well as identifying and mitigating data security and cybersecurity risks.
- Advised Stryker Pacific Ltd on its compliance with the applicable privacy and data protection legislations and provided DPO services where required.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
James Gong