About Me

I am dedicated to helping clients thrive in the digital era and I strive to deliver innovative legal solutions that align with my client's business objectives. I am the managing partner of our Singapore office and co-head Bird & Bird's International Privacy and Data Protection Group.

I advise an international clientele drawn from a broad range of sectors on complex technology sourcing, fintech, telecommunications and data protection matters. Being based in Singapore, and working closely with other Bird & Bird offices, I have the privilege of supporting our clients across the Asia Pacific region on complex regulatory and legal issues, helping them build trust with their customers while navigating potential legal pitfalls.

As a recognised thought leader in the field, I am actively involved in public policy discussions on developments in data protection laws and new laws regulating content and emerging technologies in the Asia Pacific region. This has allowed me to better help our clients navigate these fast evolving legislative and regulatory developments in the region.

I have extensive experience in large-scale multijurisdictional projects relating to data protection compliance, product-rollouts, sourcing and outsourcing arrangements and services arrangements. I have particular expertise in advising organisations on the legal, regulatory and commercial issues in the digital space, as well as in fast developing areas such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, cybersecurity, AdTech and FinTech.

You will find me ranked in major legal directories such as Legal 500 and Chambers.
Education

Studied

  • LLB, National University of Singapore, 2007

Admissions

  • Advocate & Solicitor, Singapore, 2008
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Recognised as one of Asia's Top 15 TMT Lawyers

Asian Legal Business, 2022

Ranked under Band 2 individual for TMT in Singapore, Jeremy is described to be someone who is 'highly sought after by multinational technology giants' and 'particularly adept at handling cross-border mandates relating to data privacy, cybersecurity and cloud-based technology.'

A client remarked that "Jeremy Tan has in-depth knowledge of data privacy laws in the region. He is attentive, interested to know the client's business and hands on. He provides very pragmatic and useful advice on how to approach complex issues." Another client commented that he 'has in-depth knowledge of telecommunication contracts and has been able to provide advice that has commercial input as well, which is appreciated as a client."

Chamber Asia Pacific, 2023

Recognised as a Next Generation Partner, Jeremy is described by a client, as someone who is 'good fun to work with. He is very sharp and equipped with business acumen that makes his work legally holistic and commercially sensible.'

'Jeremy Tan is a very hands on, pragmatic advisor on data protection and data privacy matters. He's quick on the uptake and is excellent at responding to the needs of the business.' says another client interviewee.

Legal 500 Asia Pacific, 2023

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