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October 1, 2025 – Globalaw, a leading network of independent law firms, announces the launch of its APAC Data Privacy & Protection Taskforce, comprising 15 law firms in the Asia-Pacific region with specialised expertise in advising international companies on implementing and managing multijurisdictional data protection programmes.

“International companies face an ever-changing web of data privacy and protection laws," said Globalaw President Peter J. Brown. “Globalaw’s APAC Data Privacy & Protection Task Force provides seamless, cross-border expertise to help clients navigate these issues with clarity and confidence. Our member firms offer strategic advice and legal support to reduce risks, ensure compliance, and build long-term trust.”

Taskforce member firms combine a strategic, business-minded approach with cross-border collaboration to help clients build and maintain responsible and resilient data practices, effectively mitigate and respond to incidents, and provide sophisticated representation to resolve disputes or regulatory investigations. Whether addressing GDPR, CCPA, or emerging data protection frameworks across multiple jurisdictions, our network grants access to the following firms offering consistent, high-quality guidance in the Asia-Pacific region:

Australia: McInnes Wilson

China: GoldenGate Lawyers

Guam: Calvo Jacob & Pangelinan, LLP

Hong Kong: Oldham, Li & Nie

India: Abacus Legal Group

India: Ahlawat & Associates

Indonesia: Bagus Enrico & Partners

Japan: Chuo Sogo LPC

Korea: DLG Law Corporation

Malaysia: Abdullah Chan & Co

New Zealand: Simpson Western

Philippines: CDRP Law

Singapore: Goodwins Law Corporation

Taiwan: Stellex Law Firm

Thailand: Legal Advisory Council Limited

Globalaw introduced the Sports Law Taskforce earlier this year, which provides dedicated legal counsel and representation for athletes and stakeholders worldwide. Visit Globalaw Publications & Resources for more information.

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Globalaw has expanded its coverage in Africa with the addition of two new member firms: Marghany Advocates and ABMAK Associates, Advocates & Legal Consultants.

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Based in Cairo, Egypt, Marghany is recognized as a leading M&A firm with additional expertise in competition and corporate law, compliance and corporate governance, data protection and media and advertising. With a 38-year history, the firm is led by Managing Partner Amir Marghany and is consistently ranked in Legal500.

For more information about Marghany, visit https://www.marghany.com/.

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ABMAK is headquartered in Kampala, Uganda, and is the market leader in energy, mining, and oil and gas. Additional practice areas of specialisation include corporate and finance, tax and revenue, employment, dispute resolution, and environmental and social governance. Managing Partner Aisha Naiga Wamala heads the 16-year-old firm, which has been ranked in Chambers’ Global Guide for 10 consecutive years.

For more information about ABMAK, visit https://abmak.org/.

Globalaw President Peter Brown sat down with Expansión to discuss the organization's growth and development and how Globalaw’s strong international footprint positions member firms to provide clients with the knowledge, connections, and resources needed to successfully navigate through current challenges and unpredictability. 

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Globalaw is pleased to announce that member firm LawaL Legal & Tax Advisory was the recipient of the MF Italian Legal & Tax Excellence 2025 Award in the Tax Corporate category. The annual award recognizes demonstrated excellence in tax consulting and international planning.

LawaL’s interdisciplinary tax team includes Partners Antonio Micalizzi, Paolo Comuzzi, Alberto Picariello, and Roberto Gasparini. As the exclusive Globalaw member firm in Italy, LawaL has established a reputation for delivering exceptional advisory services to both domestic and multinational companies navigating complex international tax challenges.

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