Linklaters’ established TMT and IP practice has built a fine reputation in multiple segments, notably digital infrastructure investment, data protection and cybersecurity, and digital transformation and emerging technologies. Adrian Fisher is Asia head of TMT, has close links to major corporates, financial institutions, and investment firms, and has built a track record in large-scale IT projects. Alaister Johnson relocated to Singapore from London in 2023 to reinforce the office’s TMT expertise, bringing additional expertise in technology, digital infrastructure, data and cybersecurity and outsourcing matters. Niranjan Arasaratnam has an outstanding record in TMT transactions. Jia-Yi Tay also impresses clients.
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Testimonials
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‘Highly experienced and professional. Short turnaround time and highly responsiveness.’
‘Alaister Johnson and Adrian Fisher are outstanding lawyers in their field. Very responsive and provide structured, clear and actionable advice. Detailed and meticulous in review and very on top of matters and very helpful in progressing a matter along.’
‘We first started using Linklaters as our TMT legal advisers, but over time we have been impressed with their seamless collaboration between different departments, serving as a true full-service law firm.’
‘Sher Hann Chua is our go-to lawyer for any legal issues that arise. She is not only knowledgeable within the TMT space, but is also commercially savvy and always goes out of her way to provide innovative solutions.’
‘Excellent bench, and while a small team, covers all the major areas very well. Very commercial, excellent value for money and very responsive. Ability to draw on the international network is a strong plus.’
‘Adrian Fisher and Sher Hann Chua are excellent lawyers. Strong technical knowledge and commercial application.’
‘Adrian Fisher combines legal acumen with a deep understanding of market dynamics and industry trends. This makes his approach flexible and his legal advice pragmatic, and he often crafts commercially innovative solutions that align with our quickly evolving business.'
'Jia-Yi Tay is a standout associate who brings exceptional skills and dedication to the team. Her attention to detail, legal acumen, and commitment to client success make her an invaluable trusted adviser.'
Key clients
- Citibank
- Vantage Data Centers
- Line Man Corporation
- Alibaba / Neuralnetics
- Emirates Telecommunication Group Company PJSC
- Frasers Property
- Naver Corporation
- Abdul Latif Jameel (ALJ)
- Melco
- ByteDance
Work highlights
Advised Citi on the sale of its seven consumer banking franchises in Southeast Asia and EMEA and its wealth management business in China, particularly in relation to the tech/separation workstreams.
Advised a multinational technology company on its strategic partnership agreements with its top clients in the region, and advising on regulatory developments in the region.
Advised a multinational data centre provider in relation to investments into its data centre portfolio as well as its commercial contracting arrangements.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Jia-Yi Tay
Practice head
Adrian Fisher
Other key lawyers
Alaister Johnson; Niranjan Arasaratnam; Sher Hann Chua; Jia-Yi Tay