Baker McKenzie has extensive expertise in data protection and privacy issues that arise from transactions or companies’ daily operations. Practice head Tran Manh Hung in Hanoi handles a broad range of data protection and privacy issues, with particular emphasis on cybersecurity, offshore social media, digital services, data breaches and other emerging techs. Leading the TMT group, Yee Chung Seck in Ho Chi Minh City is ‘well-versed in data protection on a global scale’ and regularly advises global tech, fintech, e-commerce and social media sector clients on regulatory issues. In Ho Chi Minh City, the group also includes Thu Minh Le who is another key contact for privacy and data protection as well as TMT matters, and Huu Tuan Nguyen who also specialises in IP and tech. Huyen Minh Nguyen in Hanoi is another key tech expert in the firm.
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‘They have a geographically diverse team with experts from different regions in the world, allowing them to offer not just local but also global data privacy consultations to our audience from various jurisdictions.'
- 'The team is well-rounded as it combines seasoned, globally recognised lawyers and young, tech-savvy professionals. We were pleased with the deep knowledge and an understanding of the latest technological nuances in data privacy as well as the hands-on experience from their actual practices in this subject.’
‘The talented team is led by the charismatic partner Yee Chung Seck who is well-versed in data protection on a global scale. He was able to understand our issues with few words and discuss various subjects with our lawyers from different regions with in depth knowledge.'
‘Baker Mckenzie team is very professional and practical with their advice. They understand our business model and help us navigate on how to comply with the local data protection regulations in a practical manner.’
‘Yee Chung Seck is very attentive to our needs and issues.'
'Thu Minh Le understands our data flows and the structure of our business very well and has helped us with the data protection impact assessment in a clear and practical manner.’
‘Very prompt responses and willing to listen to client's needs.’
Work highlights
- Assisted a globally popular social networking platform with navigating the complexities of local data protection laws that are constantly evolving, divergent, and vulnerable to uncertainties and misconceptions.
- Advised a global technology company in the payments industry on bringing several of its payment products into compliance with Vietnamese data privacy laws.
- Conducted a thorough audit of a renowned multinational beverages manufacturer's data processing practices to ensure compliance with relevant data privacy regulations and industry standards, while also identifying opportunities to enhance data security and consumer trust.
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Practice head
Tran Manh Hung
Other key lawyers
Yee Chung Seck; Thu Minh Le; Huu Tuan Nguyen; Huyen Minh Nguyen