Sheena Jacob
CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang (Singapore) LLPCounting leading players in the technology, entertainment and media sectors, CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang (Singapore) LLP advises on matters concerning privacy policy and compliance issues, in addition to cross-border data transfers, cyber incidents, ransomware attacks and data breach notifications. Sheena Jacob leads the team and has demonstrable experience in handling cyber security and data localisation mandates across Asia, with notable expertise and a track record in assisting clients with high-profile data breaches involving ransomware attacks. Jacob is praised for her ‘deep knowledge of data protection and cyber security’.
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Testimonials
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- 'The team is well-known for its wide experience in data matters across the APAC region.'
- 'Sheena Jacob is trusted by sophisticated clients for her deep knowledge of data protection and cyber security.'
- 'Absolutely practical, clear and focused.'
- 'Sheena Jacob and her team are clear stars.'
- 'Sheena Jacob is the clear standout. She is measured, considered and experienced. Extremely important in high pressure security incident situations.'
- 'Sherman Poon and Andre Choo stand out.'
Key clients
- The New York Times
- Warner Bros. Discovery Inc
- The Walt Disney Company
- Equinix Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
- Vale S.A.
- Coca-Cola Singapore Beverages Pte Ltd
- F5, Inc
- Birkenstock
Work highlights
- Advising AMAN Resorts in relation to a wide range of issues in Asia, including on data protection in relation to its high end luxury properties in Asia.
- Advising mining giant, Vale S.A. on a wide range of data protection issues in the Asia Pacific region relating to its business and appointment of data protection officers.
- Advising Warner Bros. Discovery Inc in relation to a wide range of issues in Southeast Asia, including on the launch of MAX and applicable data protection matters.
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Sheena Jacob