Data Privacy

Businesses are advised by our data privacy experts for help in adopting sound privacy and security practices, ensuring regulatory and legal compliance, and protecting their competitive advantage

Partner

Carmen Tang

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.

References

Alfred Ip has been selected for the Global Elite Directory 2021 in conjunction with Legal Week International. The Global Elite Directory is the list of the world’s most respected lawyers advising UHNW clients, all of whom have been recommended by their peers in the industry.

Launched in 2017, the Private Client Global Elite serves as a highly respected global directory of the world’s top private client and trust and estates litigation talent, as well as rising stars within the industry. Each year, they receive over 6,000 nominations, which is narrowed down to just 250.

Global Elite - 2020-21

Praised for its ‘attention-to-detail and proactive approach‘, Hugill & Ip has picked up a considerable amount of private client-related work since its establishment in 2018. The ‘resourceful and knowledgeable‘ Alfred Ip leads the practice and is also noted for his family expertise, particularly as it relates to clients with “non-traditional” family arrangements, including advice in connection with international adoptions and same-sex surrogacy and other parenting issues which are not automatically recognised under Hong Kong law.

‘A strong technical base and comprehensive skill set. I think the difference would be a dedication to customer service.’

‘Hugill & Ip are very responsive to queries and always provide helpful comments and suggestions as appropriate.’

‘They stand out for being a highly-focused boutique firm filled with calm, welcoming, yet effective lawyers who truly recognise and empower talent.’

Legal 500 - 2021

Employment law is a core area of focus for Hugill & Ip, and since its establishment in September 2018, under the guidance of ‘knowledgeable and responsive‘ name partner Adam Hugill, the team has rapidly made inroads into the local market on behalf of both employers and employees. Work covers the waterfront of issues facing companies and individuals, including advice on employee transfers and team moves, data privacy, immigration, and discrimination.

Hugill has an excellent track record guiding individuals and employers in Labour Tribunal matters, including representation in any pursuant High Court litigation, and has established a strong reputation in advising on high-profile equal opportunity/discrimination cases.

The arrival in June 2020 of Jade Tang from Oldham, Li & Nie strengthens the firm’s capacity on the non-contentious front, in particular, and adds further weight to a team that also includes Christopher Hooley, who regularly handles strategic employment advice as an offshoot of his corporate and commercial practice.

‘The firm provides a fast and professional turnaround.’

‘Adam Hugill is very professional, knowledgeable, and responsive.’

Legal 500 - 2021

Adam Hugill is well respected by interviewees for his work assisting companies and individual employees with employment law advice and dispute resolution across a range of subjects, including immigration, discrimination issues, disciplinary actions and terminations. He represents clients in matters brought before the Hong Kong Labour Tribunal and the High Court.

Alfred Ip maintains a strong reputation for his contentious probate, trust and estate planning practice. He typically represents families and private individuals in estate disputes, probate actions and applications for declaratory relief. One source confirms that he is “very adept at dealing with probate matters.”

Christopher Hooley is held in high regard for his wide-ranging corporate law practice, with his recent activity spanning M&A transactions and joint ventures to commercial agreements and corporate organisation mandates. He co-heads the corporate and commercial law practice group at Hugill & Ip Solicitors.

 

Chambers Asia and Chambers Global - 2021

Three of Hugill & Ip partners ranked as Asialaw Leading Lawyers in the following practice areas:

Client feedback:

“Excellent communication with clients. All issues, decisions, and implications are explained incredibly clearly, in a way that a non-legal person can understand and make decisions on. Extremely friendly, professional and responsive lawyers.” – Dispute Resolution

“Reactive and reliable. The firm is also very friendly.” – Labour and Employment

“Jonathan Gray is an excellent lawyer. Great at communication and explaining legal matters to a non-legal person, so that we are able to make a very well-informed decision.”

Asialaw - 2021

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.

Insights

Data privacy

Legislation on Data Security and Breaches

 Legislation on Data Security and Breaches 1200 644 Carmen Tang

DNA and Data Privacy

 DNA and Data Privacy 800 533 Carmen Tang

Human Resources Magazine | How employers can minimise data privacy risks during WFH

 Human Resources Magazine | How employers can minimise data privacy risks during WFH 1200 800 Hugill & Ip
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Specific Discovery and the Relevance of Personal Data

 Specific Discovery and the Relevance of Personal Data 1200 900 Carmen Tang

COVID-19: What’s Next?

 COVID-19: What’s Next? 2560 1440 Hugill & Ip
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Data Privacy Risks While Working From Home

 Data Privacy Risks While Working From Home 1200 811 Carmen Tang

COVID-19: Protecting Your Child’s Data Privacy

 COVID-19: Protecting Your Child’s Data Privacy 900 661 Carmen Tang

COVID-19 and Smartphone Tracking: You’re Being Watched!

 COVID-19 and Smartphone Tracking: You’re Being Watched! 900 599 Carmen Tang

HIV Status and Confidentiality

 HIV Status and Confidentiality 1200 795 Carmen Tang

HIV Status and Confidentiality

 HIV Status and Confidentiality 1275 678 Carmen Tang

Is Big Data the Cause or the Cure to Modern Mental Health Issues?

 Is Big Data the Cause or the Cure to Modern Mental Health Issues? 1200 677 Carmen Tang

Data Privacy Focus Monday: Data Protection Principle (6) – Data Access and Correction Principle

 Data Privacy Focus Monday: Data Protection Principle (6) – Data Access and Correction Principle 900 605 Carmen Tang

Data Privacy Focus Monday: Data Protection Principles (4) and (5) – Data Security and Openness

 Data Privacy Focus Monday: Data Protection Principles (4) and (5) – Data Security and Openness 800 533 Carmen Tang

Data Privacy Focus Monday: Data Protection Principle (3) – Data Use Principle

 Data Privacy Focus Monday: Data Protection Principle (3) – Data Use Principle 1200 800 Carmen Tang

Data Privacy Focus Monday: Data Protection Principle (2) – Accuracy and Retention Principle

 Data Privacy Focus Monday: Data Protection Principle (2) – Accuracy and Retention Principle 780 520 Carmen Tang

Data Privacy Focus Monday: Data Protection Principle (1) – Data Collection Principle

 Data Privacy Focus Monday: Data Protection Principle (1) – Data Collection Principle 780 520 Carmen Tang

Data Privacy Focus Monday: An Introduction to Data Privacy in the 21st Century

 Data Privacy Focus Monday: An Introduction to Data Privacy in the 21st Century 680 454 Carmen Tang

Publication of Celebrities’ Intimate Footage: Food for Thought

 Publication of Celebrities’ Intimate Footage: Food for Thought 1100 733 Carmen Tang

Catch Me if You Can: A Cybersecurity Dilemma

 Catch Me if You Can: A Cybersecurity Dilemma 1450 1004 Carmen Tang

Hackers’ Latest Airline Target: Cathay Pacific Data Loss Outbreak

 Hackers’ Latest Airline Target: Cathay Pacific Data Loss Outbreak 596 477 Carmen Tang

Give Me My Personal Data!

 Give Me My Personal Data! 1200 677 Carmen Tang
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