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Chambers Review

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TMT - Asia-Pacific Region
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Band 1
What the team is known for

DLA Piper has extensive experience in the technology sphere, with IT outsourcing, cloud computing and data protection being key areas of expertise. The department is particularly strong in the banking and finance sector, and Australia, China and Thailand are key countries of operation. It is frequently sought out to advise on transactions relating to disruptive technology, and serves a strong client roster among the banking and governmental sectors. The team is increasingly active on innovative blockchain, e-commerce and fintech-related mandates and offers noted expertise in cybersecurity and data privacy concerns.

Notable practitioners

Hong Kong-based Carolyn Bigg is a key contact for China while Melbourne-based Tim Lyons heads the firm's practice in Australia.

Work Highlights

Provided by DLA Piper LLP
  • DLA Piper advised Stripe Payments on its approach to marketing consents across a number of jurisdictions.

  • DLA Piper assisted Science 37, an American clinical research company, throughout its strategic expansion plans in China.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

"Throughout the team, the understanding of the client's wishes and the prompt turnaround are unsurpassed."

TMT respondent
Global

"When the complexity of the matter requires advice from different experts, it is easy to get a comprehensive view from DLA because it has a full house of seasoned lawyers specialised in various areas."

TMT respondent
Global

"DLA Piper's work is very detailed, and each element of the requirement is well addressed. The team is very knowledgeable."

TMT respondent
Global