In this webinar, we will provide a summary of the considerations and rules to be followed when entering into contracts in non-hard copy format, as well as applying signatures in ways other than with traditional “wet ink”. Topics to be covered include:
- General introduction to Electronic Transactions Ordinance (Cap 553);
- Difference between an electronic signature and a digital signature;
- Relevant legal requirements for using an electronic signature and a digital signature;
- Risk of enforcement in connection with a document executed with an electronic or digital signature;
- Practical tips for practitioners who are advising on this matter.
Danny Leung
Partner, Bird & Bird
Danny is a partner in our Hong Kong office specialising in complex commercial litigation, arbitration, regulatory investigations and anti-money laundering laws.
His commercial disputes practice spans financial services disputes, shareholders' disputes, fraud and asset recovery, employment, product liability, judicial review and contentious insolvency. In his regulatory investigations practice, he advises clients on a variety of regulatory issues, ranging from internal investigations and securities laws related investigations and disciplinary proceedings commenced by the authorities, to representing clients in settlement negotiations with the authorities.
Danny has advised clients in high-profile commercial disputes as well as investigations by the Securities and Futures Commission and other law enforcement agencies, and have acted for a major international bank in the first investigation by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority after the Hong Kong anti-money laundering law came into force.
Armed with over 20 years of experience gained from a leading international law firm and a red-circle PRC firm, and as senior legal counsel of a Fortune 500 company, Danny has valuable insights into issues that affect our clients deeply.
Being able to transcend languages and culture barriers he is well positioned to deliver business-oriented legal and strategic solutions and well-rounded service to assist clients in achieving their commercial goals.
David Hung
Senior Associate, Bird & Bird
David is a dispute resolution lawyer with experience in advising clients on a broad range of contentious matters. He recognises clients' needs and anxieties when it comes to legal disputes and strive to devise solutions that work best for them, including exploring alternative dispute resolution methods (such as mediation).
He has a primary focus on commercial disputes. He has represented both individuals and corporate clients on cross-border disputes. He has vast experience in representing PRC listed companies gained from my previous employment as a senior associate at the Hong Kong office of a leading PRC law firm.
He recognises clients' desire for resolution of disputes in the most efficient and effective way. In every case David strives to ascertain the underlying issues of the dispute and work closely with my clients to achieve their most desired results, which do not have to be in court.
David is a native speaker of Cantonese and fluent in both English and Mandarin.
Renee Lee
Associate, Bird & Bird
Renee is an associate in Bird & Bird's Corporate and Commercial Group in Hong Kong. She advises clients on corporate, commercial and regulatory matters in the technology, media and telecommunications sector.
Her practice involves advising clients on commercial arrangements arising in the TMT sector, addressing issues from a legal and regulatory perspective. She also regularly support clients with respect to data protection issues, including the formulation of privacy policies, carrying out data privacy impact assessments and advising on cross-border transfer of personal data.
Renee has a keen interest in the development of the metaverse. She thoroughly enjoys exploring with her clients how blockchain technology and digital assets fit within existing legal frameworks and staying abreast of new regulations. She has supported companies and digital rights owners in connection with the minting and marketing of NFTs and assisted with the structuring of NFTs trading platforms.
Prior to joining Bird & Bird, she worked as an in-house legal counsel at an AI-driven technology company listed in Hong Kong. She was heavily involved in advertising technology with experiences in advising clients on digital marketing arrangements. This includes negotiating contracts with demand and supply side platforms (DSPs and SSPs), data analytics providers and media companies in relation to programmatic advertising services, targeted advertising, media buying and placements.
Renee was admitted as a solicitor in Hong Kong in 2018. She is fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
EVENT DETAILS:
Date: Tuesday, 19 July 2022
Time: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Location: Webinar links will be sent upon registration
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