Mallesons
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Mallesons’ cyber and data security team acts on major cyber, ransomware and privacy incidents, and advises boards on governance and responsibilities in a heightened regulatory environment, with a high-profile client roster that includes well-known names in the financial, technology and social media spaces. Cheng Lim leads the cyber incident response team from Melbourne. Patrick Gunning is a leading privacy and data protection lawyer, Michael Swinson advises on digital platforms and emerging technologies, and Kirsten Bowe specialises in IT, data protection, AI and intellectual property matters. Kendra Fouracre is also noted as being a valuable member of the team, with expertise spanning AI, privacy law and regulatory compliance.
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Testimonials
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- 'KWM’s team, led by Cheng Lim, are the best cyber legal advisors in Australia. This team brings real nuance to every client, supporting legally-sound, risk-based decision-making based on their experience working with crisis clients across several industries including healthcare, insurance, government, and finance.' 'Cheng Lim and his team are consummate professionals who work in partnership with their clients, and other advisors.' 'Cheng Lim takes a consultative approach to crisis management and advisory, and has shaped a culture in his team that reinforces the importance of partnership with clients and other advisors. Cheng’s advice is designed to help clients navigate complex decision-making under duress which distinguishes him from other law firms and other partners in this space.' 'KWM’s data protection and cyber security practice is distinguished by its extensive experience advising on high-profile, novel, and often precedent-setting matters. While I’ve always found their deep legal expertise and commerciality to stand out, this has been especially evident in moments of crisis or when navigating regulatory uncertainty.' 'The team seem to maintain close working relationships with leading consultancies and experts such as CyberCX and Threat Intelligence, enabling seamless collaboration across legal, technical and strategic dimensions. They are also early adopters of technology solutions, experimenting with and using innovative tools to enhance responsiveness and streamline complex processes.' 'What truly sets KWM apart is the team’s approachability and responsiveness - they are easy to work with, pragmatic, and deeply invested in client relationships and outcomes.' 'Cheng Lim is an exceptional partner whose decades of experience across industries and different matters make him a standout in the data protection and cyber security space. He brings a calm, logical, and solutions-oriented approach to even the most complex challenges, which is invaluable in high-pressure or high-stakes situations.' 'Cheng is exceptionally pragmatic - his advice is always grounded in commercial reality, but he’s also willing to challenge conventional thinking and push boundaries where it serves the client’s strategic objectives. He doesn’t default to conservative advice; instead, he weighs risk thoughtfully and offers bold, well-reasoned solutions that align with the client’s purpose, strategy, and vision.'
Key clients
- The World Bank Medibank Private BHP Latitude Financial Services St Vincent’s Health Australia Telstra Canva