Hogan Lovells continues expansion in Singapore with leading cybersecurity hire, Charmian Aw

This hire marks the firm’s fifth recent addition in Singapore, following the appointments of private equity and funds partners Siew Kam Boon, Timothy Goh, and Thomas Kim, as well as Rob Palmer in International Arbitration. In addition to these hires, Hogan Lovells recently expanded its Hong Kong office with the appointment of Michael Wong, a leading funds lawyer, and Maria Sit, a prominent regulatory enforcement and disputes expert, alongside their teams from Dechert. These additions reflect the firm’s strategic investment across Asia, strengthening its capabilities in private funds, complex disputes, and cross-border investigations to meet the evolving needs of clients in the region.

Lloyd Parker, Regional Managing Partner for Asia Pacific, said: “Charmian’s expertise in data protection and cybersecurity within ASEAN significantly strengthens our regional offering. Given Singapore's role as a gateway to Asia including India and Southeast Asia, her insights will be invaluable as we continue to expand our capabilities to meet growing client demand for coordinated advice amid heightened regulatory scrutiny. “

Charmian has particular expertise in navigating the complex landscape of data protection, cybersecurity, and technology transactions across the Asia Pacific region. She has acted for numerous market-leading global corporations on high-value technology transactions and regulatory compliance initiatives spanning over 130 jurisdictions.

Commenting on her appointment, Janice Hogan, Practice Group Leader for the Global Regulatory and IP practice at Hogan Lovells said: “Charmian’s exceptional experience in data protection and cybersecurity will enhance our capabilities in this fast-evolving area. She will be instrumental in driving our growth in APAC.” Biswajit Chatterjee, Office Managing Partner – Singapore, added: "As businesses face an increasingly complex landscape of privacy and cybersecurity regulations, having expert guidance is more essential than ever. Charmian’s extensive experience will enable us to provide tailored, proactive solutions that empower our clients to navigate compliance challenges confidently and effectively."

Charmian said: "I am excited to join Hogan Lovells in Singapore. The firm’s commitment to providing comprehensive advice across the region aligns perfectly with my approach to client service. I look forward to collaborating with colleagues around the world to support clients through their data and technology challenges."