Praised as ‘one of the top firms in Singapore’ for data protection and cyber security, Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP handles the full gamut of mandates, from regulatory investigations and compliance projects to data breaches and cyber incidents, including the drafting of response plans and policies. Data governance and cyber security expert Rajesh Sreenivasan jointly leads the team alongside Steve Tan, who is commended as ’one of the most eminent lawyers in the practice of privacy and data protection’, and Benjamin Cheong, who advises on data protection compliance matters. Lionel Tan, who ‘has demonstrated excellent insight and delivered practical and sound advice into data protection matters and breaches’, is another key contact in the group.

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Testimonials

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‘The team's connection with local authorities is extremely useful to understand the local legal requirements better.’
‘Steve Tan has deep knowledge not only in privacy law, but his connection with the PDPC and understanding of the privacy landscape in ASEAN is outstanding.’
‘Yang Tianzhou has assisted greatly with his professionalism and work ethic.’
‘Steve Tan has in-depth knowledge in this area. We know we are in good hands, and he is always responsive to our queries.’
‘Rajah & Tann has always been a cutting edge law firm when it comes to knowledge, technology, and the talents within the team. For privacy and data protection law, it is one of the top firms in Singapore.’
‘Steve Tan is one of the most eminent lawyers in the practice of privacy and data protection. His professionalism strives for perfection when managing client's work.’
‘R&T's data protection practice has deep practical and industry experience, especially in handling data protection matters and breaches.’
‘Lionel Tan has demonstrated excellent insight and delivered practical and sound advice into data protection matters and breaches, and how the regulators would react and deal with such relevant issues.’

Key clients

Sephora Asia Pte Ltd, Sephora Singapore Pte Ltd, Sephora Digital SEA Pte Ltd.
CEVA Logistics Singapore Pte Ltd
K+S Asia Pacific Pte Ltd
Pathology Asia Holdings
PersolKelly
Container Depot and Logistics Association (Singapore)
Rimowa
Pyramid Lines Singapore Pte. Ltd.
Starbucks Coffee Singapore Pte Ltd
Singapore Trade Data Exchange Services Pte Ltd (SGTradex)
Alliance for Action on Supply Chain Digitalisation
Nikkei Group Asia Pte Ltd
Coupang Corp
Bayer AG
PSA International Pte Ltd
MME Legal AG
Mediacorp Pte Ltd
XL Insurance Company SE, Singapore Branch
Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Work highlights

Provision of externalised Data Protection Officer Services to assist organisations in compliance with data protection obligations and provide guidance on handling and processing personal data.
Assisting Bayer AG with the development and launch of highly innovative digital agriculture and sustainability initiatives across the Southeast Asian region.
Assisting Starbucks Singapore with a data breach incident involving the personal data of over 330,000 Singapore residents.