
Operating from Shanghai, Llinks Law Offices‘ data protection practice is geared to support clients on data incidents and cross-border transfer matters, as well as in complex litigation. The group is spearheaded by experienced partner David Pan, who specialises in network security, data protection and anti-commercial corruption compliance. Xun Yang is reputed for advising on information security, privacy and IP matters in the life sciences, financial services, and high-tech manufacturing sectors. Nigel Zhu is a key advisor on cybersecurity incident response and assessment issues, with experience representing leading internet companies. Susan Deng is particularly well placed to advise on all aspects on data and cybersecurity regulatory compliance.
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Key clients
- Abbott Laboratories Trading (Shanghai) Co., Ltd
- Innovation Bureau of Guangzhou Nansha Economic and Technological Development Zone
- Giorgio Armani (Shanghai) Trading Co. Ltd
- Toys “R” Us (China) Trading Co., Ltd.
- Honeywell (China) Co., Ltd.
- Shanghai Illuminera Digital Technology Co., Ltd.
- Shanghai Maxxipoint Information Technology Co., Ltd.
- Pernod Ricard (China) Trading Co., Ltd
- BMW China Automotive Trading Ltd.
- IQVIA Pharmaceutical Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
Lawyers
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Practice head
David Pan
Other key lawyers
Xun Yang; Nigel Zhu; Susan Deng
