Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT): Domestic
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Singapore
Band 1
About
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The firm's Technology, Media & Telecommunications Practice is one of the most established and respected practices in its field in the Asia Pacific region. With clients originating from all sectors and industries, ranging from state governments and statutory boards to multinational corporations, the team has been involved in many large and complex IT, data, privacy, telecommunications, media and cybersecurity projects.
The Partners in this practice are highly specialised in this area and lead the market with their expertise, ingenuity and problem solving acuity. They have a penchant for conceptualising new legal services in this area, which have proven to be of immense value to organisations as they navigate the digital economy. The team is highly regarded and has garnered numerous accolades. They have been consistently ranked Tier 1 in leading publications, such as Chambers Asia-Pacific and The Legal 500 Asia Pacific. They have also been recognised as TMT Law Firm of the Year at the ALB SE Asia Law Awards 2024, and is the only local law firm listed in the State of Legal Innovation in Asia-Pacific (SOLIA) Report 2020.
Chambers Review
Rajah & Tann Singapore fields a team of seasoned lawyers who are well-placed to provide expertise on telecoms and technology regulatory matters as well as licensing, data protection and data centre projects. It acts for an impressive roster of high-end domestic and multinational social media, electronics and telecoms companies. It often provides advice in relation to cybersecurity issues, including drafting of cyber-breach readiness and response plans, and in ensuring compliance with the provisions of Singapore's Personal Data Protection Act. It is well-placed to handle cross-border mandates and offers clients support in the wider region through the firm's extensive network of offices and associated firms.
Work Highlights
- Rajah & Tann advised Starbucks Coffee Singapore on a data breach incident involving the personal data of a number of Singapore residents.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Rajah & Tann has a very capable and knowledgeable team who is willing to go the extra mile. The lawyers are always willing to jump on a call to address pressing issues and queries."
"The Rajah & Tann team is very experienced and pragmatic. The lawyers have up-to-date knowledge and are able to provide information on current trends."
"Rajah & Tann has a very capable and knowledgeable team who is willing to go the extra mile. The lawyers are always willing to jump on a call to address pressing issues and queries."
"The Rajah & Tann team is very experienced and pragmatic. The lawyers have up-to-date knowledge and are able to provide information on current trends."
Notable Practitioners
Rajesh Sreenivasan is a pre-eminent TMT lawyer who is particularly adept at handling complex, multi-jurisdictional matters. He is best known for his work on cybersecurity and data protection.
"Rajesh possesses a deep understanding of data protection laws and regulations, coupled with a keen insight into emerging trends and challenges in the data landscape."
"Rajesh is a go-to person for novel technology scenarios, both from the private sector perspective and legal policy perspective."
Steve Tan is a well-reputed lawyer who advises on data breaches, conducting investigations and internal audits of compliance with data protection law. His expertise is sought after by clients in the private and public sectors.
"Steve Tan is very knowledgeable and experienced in this field."
"He is very responsive and friendly."
Benjamin Cheong comes recommended for his TMT practice in Singapore. He regularly advises clients on a range of issues including digital payments and data breaches.
"He provides practical and operational recommendations."
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