Podcast S1E3 | Data Privacy: Legislation in Hong Kong, Data Breaches & Future Developments
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Businesses are becoming increasingly aware that personal data is a strategic asset and understand that they cannot lose sight of the wealth embedded such data. Authorities worldwide have been tightening data protection regulations in light of the increase in information flow primarily resulting from the emergence of digital economies.
Issues which data protection and privacy law raised can be both complex and far-reaching and the penalties for non-compliance are becoming increasingly severe.
Our data protection and privacy practice covers full range of data protection, privacy and associated matters. We have been involved in formulating regulations and advising clients on contentious and non-contentious data protection matters. We focus on working together with clients in devising practical solutions to data protection and privacy issues, with the aim of maximizing data value while minimizing legal and reputational risks.
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Hugill & Ip boasts a strong integrated private client, contentious trusts and estates, and family law offering. Under the leadership of Alfred Ip and Caroline McNally, the firm handles a broad range of services, from estate planning and trust advisory to divorce and financial disputes.
The team is particularly notable for its work on recent legal developments such as matters relating to same-sex rights in Hong Kong and cross-border surrogacy arrangements.
Ip is well-regarded for his work in probate disputes, trust structures and estate planning and is supported by newly promoted partner Raphael Wong. McNally handles the family side of the practice, alongside Kajal Aswani; both have significant expertise in high-value divorces and international custody disputes.
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Independent Hong Kong-based law firm Hugill & Ip has a strong reputation among employers and employees, as well as frequently picking up referral work from international law firms to advise on the local law employment aspects of cross-border matters.
Founding partner Adam Hugill represents clients across a range of matters, from employee transfers and team moves to workplace discrimination/harassment cases. Although clients are from a range of industry sectors, Hugill is particularly active in the financial services sector where he has represented numerous senior executives in unpaid bonus claims.
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Hugill & Ip advises a broad client base ranging from multinationals and global corporations to local enterprises, start-ups, and entrepreneurs, and is recognised for handling complex regulatory and transactional matters in Hong Kong and across the Asia-Pacific region.
The team is particularly active in public and private M&A, corporate restructurings, and cross-border transactions. Co-chair Christopher Hooley combines transactional expertise with deep knowledge of corporate governance, shareholders’ agreements, and commercial contracts, while fellow co-chair Jade Tang brings strong insight into the Hong Kong regulatory landscape.
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Raphael Wong is a rising star in the matrimonial industry as a partner in Hugill & Ip. He has the capability to manage high-value cases independently. Known for his calm and thoughtful demeanour, he brings expertise and professionalism to his work.
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Adam Hugill provides sensible, pragmatic and cost-effective advice.
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How we can help you
- Data collection statements and retention policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and ‘safe habour’
- Cyber security and cyber crime
- Security breaches and breach management policies
- Data access and collection requests
- Cross border data transfers
- Website privacy policies
- Direct marketing
- Employment data protection matters
- Training on data protection and privacy law
Advice
Managing risk and adopting sound privacy and security standards is essential. The potential for misuse of sensitive personal information has triggered legislative and regulatory action worldwide – the risks are high.
Our specialists can help you address various steps to enable and support your compliance in all aspects of data privacy laws, including drafting and reviewing relevant documents for your business, including privacy notices, data protection policies, consent forms and data processing agreements.
We often negotiate appropriate contractual terms with data processors and advise on appropriate action in the event of a personal data breach. We also provide flexible and tailored training courses for businesses to help them understand the issues and steps they need to be aware of in ensuring compliance with the likes of data protection and privacy regulations.
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