With emerging technologies, cybersecurity issues, e-commerce operations, AI, and cloud services among its areas of expertise, the team at Bird & Bird is based across Beijing and Hong Kong, and remains a top choice for transactional, corporate, and regulatory instructions for an impressive, global client base. Co-head Wilfred Ng focuses on matters related to digital assets, including web3, AI, and blockchain issues, and fellow co-head James Gong handles a wide spectrum of workstreams and boasts notable expertise in data matters, AI, and EV and autonomous driving-related projects. Other key members of the group include Hank Leung, who specialises in brand protection and transactional IP, and Matthew Laight, who concentrates on disputes. Hwee Yong Neo assists clients with matters involving AI, data, and tech regulation.
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Testimonials
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- 'They are subject matter experts in the market. Complementary practice with IP. EU capabilities are important for comprehensive advice.'
- 'Wilfred is young and commercial. I like his former in-house background, which makes his advice pragmatic. Willing to define success from the outset so that there is a clear target with work products.'
Key clients
- S.F. Holding Co., Ltd.
- UBTech Robotics Corp Limited
- Many Idea Cloud Holdings Limited
- mF International Limited
Work highlights
Advised the controlling shareholders of S.F. Holding Co., Ltd. on SF Holding's US$750 million IPO and listing in Hong Kong.
Advised UBTech Robotics Corp Limited, on its completion of three strategic new share placements under general mandate between August and November 2024.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
James Gong; Wilfred Ng
Other key lawyers
Hank Leung; Matthew Laight; Ted Chwu; Michelle Chan; Hwee Yong Neo