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Jia Ling Lee

Legal Advisor
About

Jia Ling focuses on data protection, privacy and technology regulatory matters across Asia. Her experience spans a broad range of advisory and compliance matters, including cross-border privacy compliance initiatives, data governance projects, regulatory filings and technology-related risk assessments across jurisdictions such as Hong Kong, Mainland China, Singapore, Vietnam and Japan.

Jia Ling has particular experience advising on cross-border data transfers, privacy impact assessments, AI governance and privacy compliance issues arising from the use of emerging technologies. Her work has involved large-scale data mapping exercises, privacy risk assessments, and the development and implementation of privacy governance frameworks for multinational organisations operating across multiple jurisdictions.

She has also advised clients on AI governance and regulatory compliance initiatives, cyber incident response, and legal obligations arising from data breaches and cybersecurity incidents. Her experience includes supporting multinational organisations on the adoption and governance of AI systems, privacy considerations relating to AI use cases, and sector-specific data protection requirements in Hong Kong.

Professional QualificationsSolicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales
Education
  • University of Leeds, LL.B.

EXPERIENCE

  • Supporting a global apparel company on the management of a cross-border cyber incident, including assessing data breach notification obligations and regulatory considerations across multiple jurisdictions. 
  • Supporting a leading mobility platform on the rollout of in-vehicle audio-recording technologies in Hong Kong, including advising on privacy, monitoring and regulatory compliance requirements. 
  • Advising global insurance companies on AI governance and compliance initiatives, including AI use case assessments. AI risk management considerations and the application of emerging AI regulatory frameworks across Asia, including Hong Kong and Vietnam.
  • Supporting a global advanced materials manufacturer on a multinational privacy compliance review covering key jurisdictions across Asia, including Japan, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan and Hong Kong, to support the implementation of a regional data governance programme.
Languages
  • English
  • Chinese (Mandarin)
  • Chinese (Cantonese)
  • Malay

Prior Experience

Jia Ling joined DLA Piper in August 2026 after qualifying as a solicitor of England and Wales in June 2026. Prior to joining the firm, she worked at a leading Hong Kong law firm where she supported regional data protection, cybersecurity and technology regulatory initiatives across Asia, including multi-jurisdictional compliance projects and strategic regulatory advisory work.

Memberships and Affiliations

  • CIPP/A: Certified Information Privacy Professional/Asia
  • Jia Ling is a member of International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).
  • Jia Ling is a member of the Honourable Society of Lincolns Inn.