Mayer Brown’s Hong Kong-based team offers advice on a diverse array of contemporary issues, from AI, blockchain, and virtual banking to cybersecurity and the nuances of fintech platforms. Gabriela Kennedy leads the team with her experience in handling data privacy and cybersecurity issues across various Asian jurisdictions, and proficiency in media litigation, IT sourcing, and telecoms regulations. Amita Haylock specialises in complex litigation and alternate dispute resolution, particularly in telecoms, broadcasting, IP, and competition law.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Amita Haylock is a standout practitioner. She's responsive, creative and business savvy. She is great on strategy and does not shy away from difficult answers. She makes herself available to clients and really takes the time to get to know the business. ’

Key clients

  • Soramitsu,
  • University of Hong Kong/ Versitech Limited
  • Mirae Asset Global Investment
  • Corney & Barrow
  • Alibaba and its subsidiaries and member companies
  • AsiaSat
  • Airport Authority Hong Kong
  • Zoom Video Communications, Inc.
  • Charlotte Tilbury
  • Air8
  • Various insurance companies including:|• Metlife |• China Life Insurance (Overseas)|• MSIG Insurance (Hong Kong)|• Chubb Life Insurance
  • The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Gabriela Kennedy

Other key lawyers

Amita Haylock, TL Lim, Joshua Woo