Bird & Bird’s expertise in the TMT sector is reflected in its in-depth knowledge of both commercial and regulatory areas, notably in complex data and data protection projects. The firm advises on the full spectrum of issues that arise from tech transactions, encompassing a diverse array of legal domains ranging from IP, cybersecurity, and data protection, to employment, corporate, and dispute resolution. Its clients operate in industries such as cloud, IT and telecom, e-commerce and IoT, as well as life sciences tech. Leading the department is James Gong, a TMT specialist with an acute focus on data protection and cybersecurity, as well as regulatory and transactional matters. Gong expertly guides both foreign and domestic multinational companies in navigating data compliance projects, especially those with cross-border elements.

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Key clients

  • Sony
  • Riot Games
  • Stryker Pacific Ltd
  • Anker Innovations Limited
  • Water21 Holdings Limited
  • ALK-Abelló A/S

Work highlights

  • Advised Sony on compliance with PRC data protection laws and regulations.
  • Advising on the management of Riot Games' extensive trade mark portfolio in China, Hong Kong and Macau, and assist the client with protection of their game characters and e-sport league properties.
  • 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