Data Protection
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Asia-Pacific Region
Band 2
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Morrison Foerster is well regarded for handling client's privacy obligations in highly regulated sectors such as telecommunications, technology and financial services. It regularly advises on compliance with China's cyber security law, including data export security assessment issues and data localisation, as well as notable coverage of Japan and Singapore. Additionally, the firm is recognised for its track record advising on data breaches and subsequent investigations by the regulator.
Paul McKenzie in Beijing and Chuan Sun in Shanghai are key contacts of the firm.
Work Highlights
- Morrison Foerster advised Roblox on its joint venture with Tencent and the launch of its platform in China, which involved data protection advice on facilitating payment transactions and minor protection as the platform is popular with children.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They are able to handle a wide range of foreign laws in a speedy and comprehensive manner."
"They cover almost all global laws and regulations related to personal information and are extremely responsive."
"They are able to handle a wide range of foreign laws in a speedy and comprehensive manner."
"They cover almost all global laws and regulations related to personal information and are extremely responsive."