Technology, Media, Telecoms (TMT): Domestic
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Singapore
Band 2
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Provided by WongPartnership LLP
Our Intellectual Property, Technology & Data Group is well-placed to offer clients legal and strategic counsel in the rapidly evolving areas of intellectual property, technology, media, telecommunications, data protection and cybersecurity. We are a market leader and highly recognised for our expertise in these areas, having extensive experience working on regulatory, transactional, enforcement and advisory projects across a diverse range of commercial sectors.
We count among our clients multinational companies, listed corporations and government regulators, including many international technology, telecommunications and cloud services providers.
Our experience, expertise and professionalism will ensure that clients always achieve the best possible results in today’s competitive and challenging digital environment.
Chambers Review
WongPartnership's TMT practice has a comprehensive offering with particular strength in the media, entertainment and art spaces, as well as fintech. It frequently acts for clients at all stages of the media content creation and distribution cycle on a range of licensing, commercialisation and IP protection issues. It is able to advise on both regulatory and commercial mandates, and is further noted for its experience in data protection, payment and privacy matters. The team acts for an impressive range of clients, including financial service providers, media organisations, banks, healthcare sector players and internet service providers, as well as regulatory bodies. It is fully supported by the resources of the domestic firm, and also able to draw upon expertise from its regional network of alliance partners to provide cross-border advice. Key clients include DBS Bank, Singapore Airlines and Singtel Telecommunications.
Work Highlights
- WongPartnership advised Singapore Airlines on various legal mandates related to digital initiatives and schemes, including its new partnerships with Centara Hotels & Resorts and SM Hotels and Conventions.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"WongPartnership has a strong capability in handling complex matters thanks to their extensive knowledge of the regional laws and regulations, as well as the leading international laws and regulations."
"The lawyers are extremely diligent and manage complex matters with utmost ease. They are extremely responsive and are one of the best in business in turnaround, without compromising on the quality of advice."
"WongPartnership has a strong capability in handling complex matters thanks to their extensive knowledge of the regional laws and regulations, as well as the leading international laws and regulations."
"The lawyers are extremely diligent and manage complex matters with utmost ease. They are extremely responsive and are one of the best in business in turnaround, without compromising on the quality of advice."
Notable Practitioners
Lam Chung Nian has a robust practice advising on cybersecurity, data protection and telecommunications. His expertise attracts frequent instructions from clients in private and public sectors.
"Chung Nian is a very competent lawyer who is able to provide sound and practical advice to our problems and needs."
"He has extensive experience in the area of data law and TMT, and understands the needs of foreign businesses looking to expand into ASEAN countries."
Kylie Peh has notable experience handling regulatory and compliance mandates for clients in the telecommunications sector. She also advises on data protection issues.
"Kylie is very well organised and pays attention to every detail of the matters she's dealing with."
"Kylie is experienced in the area of data compliance, and has always provided timely, reliable and practical advice."
Ranked Lawyers at
WongPartnership LLP
Singapore
Clients
Provided by WongPartnership LLP
DBS Bank
Government Technology Agency
Motion Picture Association of America
OCBC Bank
Singapore Airlines Limited
Singapore Press Holdings Ltd
Singapore Telecommunications Limited
The Football Association Premier League Limited
Industries
Provided by WongPartnership LLP
Charities / Not for profit
Financial Services
Government
Media
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Software & Computer Services
Technology, Hardware & Electronics
Telecommunications
Transportation