Baker McKenzie announced today that Frankie Tam has joined the Firm’s Hong Kong office as a partner in its Data, Technology, Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice, strengthening the Firm’s capability advising on technology transactions, outsourcing, data privacy, information management, and cybersecurity to support clients as they navigate the growing challenges of innovating and staying competitive.
Frankie brings significant experience advising multinationals on a wide range of technology transactions, including outsourcing, cloud infrastructure, commercial contracts, and digital transformation. She has counseled clients on data privacy compliance and cybersecurity matters and supported financial institutions and technology companies on strategic transactions involving digital currencies, Central Bank Digital Currencies, and stablecoins, as well as cross-border payment systems. Frankie has assisted clients across industries - including aviation, financial services, technology, and life sciences - in navigating the fast-changing AI, fintech, cybersecurity, and data regulatory environment. She is widely recognized in the industry, having been named Fintech Lawyer of the Year, China 2025 by Legal 500 Awards and Fintech and Digital Assets Lawyer of the Year 2024 for Asia at a leading industry award. Frankie has also been recognized as a Leading Partner for Fintech: Foreign Firms (China) and as a Next Generation Partner for TMT (Hong Kong) in the Legal 500 2026 Guide. She is qualified in Hong Kong, New York, and England & Wales.
Frankie is an active figure within the tech ecosystem, currently serving as Director of the Cyber Legal Policy Committee. She has also served as a member of the Vetting Committee of Hong Kong’s Innovation and Technology Commission’s General Support Programme, advising the government on the merits of technology projects.
ManhHung Tran, AP Chair of the Firm’s Data, Technology, Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice commented: “Cybersecurity and data privacy concerns have become a boardroom issue for many businesses as the risk of data breaches and other cyberattacks continues to grow. Frankie is highly skilled at helping clients navigate complex data privacy and cybersecurity challenges to safeguard their businesses. She also excels in supporting clients in technology transactions to maximize deal value. The wealth of experience she brings to our practice will create powerful synergies that enhance our ability to deliver exceptional client service.”
Allen Ng, Managing Partner of the Hong Kong office said: “We are thrilled that Frankie is joining us. Hong Kong is making great strides in creating a dynamic fintech and Web3 ecosystem. Frankie’s track record and experience with digital assets, tokenized deposits, and digital payment systems complement our financial services regulatory, data and technology teams in Hong Kong, positioning us to support clients with their transactional, regulatory compliance, tech innovation and other legal needs in Hong Kong and beyond as they accelerate their digital transformation to future-proof their businesses.”
Steven Sieker, Asia Chief Executive, added: “Frankie’s arrival, following other strategic appointments in Asia Pacific, underscores our commitment to building a world-class team and cementing our position as the go-to firm for complex legal work in the region.”
For her part, Frankie said: “I am excited to be joining Baker McKenzie. The Firm has a leading Data and Technology practice and an enviable global platform that few firms can match, offering the ideal opportunity to further strengthen the services we provide to our clients. I look forward to collaborating with my talented colleagues in Hong Kong and beyond to support our clients through all aspects of their digital transformation journey.”
Frankie’s hire adds to a growing list of partners who have recently joined Baker McKenzie’s wider global Data & Cybersecurity and Fintech & Payments teams, including Nidya Kalangie in HHP Law Firm, a member of Baker McKenzie in Indonesia; Adele Harrison and Indradeep Bhattacharya in London, Todd Beauchamp and Charles Weinstein in Washington DC, and Tom Oslovar in Palo Alto.
Frankie brings significant experience advising multinationals on a wide range of technology transactions, including outsourcing, cloud infrastructure, commercial contracts, and digital transformation. She has counseled clients on data privacy compliance and cybersecurity matters and supported financial institutions and technology companies on strategic transactions involving digital currencies, Central Bank Digital Currencies, and stablecoins, as well as cross-border payment systems. Frankie has assisted clients across industries - including aviation, financial services, technology, and life sciences - in navigating the fast-changing AI, fintech, cybersecurity, and data regulatory environment. She is widely recognized in the industry, having been named Fintech Lawyer of the Year, China 2025 by Legal 500 Awards and Fintech and Digital Assets Lawyer of the Year 2024 for Asia at a leading industry award. Frankie has also been recognized as a Leading Partner for Fintech: Foreign Firms (China) and as a Next Generation Partner for TMT (Hong Kong) in the Legal 500 2026 Guide. She is qualified in Hong Kong, New York, and England & Wales.
Frankie is an active figure within the tech ecosystem, currently serving as Director of the Cyber Legal Policy Committee. She has also served as a member of the Vetting Committee of Hong Kong’s Innovation and Technology Commission’s General Support Programme, advising the government on the merits of technology projects.
ManhHung Tran, AP Chair of the Firm’s Data, Technology, Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice commented: “Cybersecurity and data privacy concerns have become a boardroom issue for many businesses as the risk of data breaches and other cyberattacks continues to grow. Frankie is highly skilled at helping clients navigate complex data privacy and cybersecurity challenges to safeguard their businesses. She also excels in supporting clients in technology transactions to maximize deal value. The wealth of experience she brings to our practice will create powerful synergies that enhance our ability to deliver exceptional client service.”
Allen Ng, Managing Partner of the Hong Kong office said: “We are thrilled that Frankie is joining us. Hong Kong is making great strides in creating a dynamic fintech and Web3 ecosystem. Frankie’s track record and experience with digital assets, tokenized deposits, and digital payment systems complement our financial services regulatory, data and technology teams in Hong Kong, positioning us to support clients with their transactional, regulatory compliance, tech innovation and other legal needs in Hong Kong and beyond as they accelerate their digital transformation to future-proof their businesses.”
Steven Sieker, Asia Chief Executive, added: “Frankie’s arrival, following other strategic appointments in Asia Pacific, underscores our commitment to building a world-class team and cementing our position as the go-to firm for complex legal work in the region.”
For her part, Frankie said: “I am excited to be joining Baker McKenzie. The Firm has a leading Data and Technology practice and an enviable global platform that few firms can match, offering the ideal opportunity to further strengthen the services we provide to our clients. I look forward to collaborating with my talented colleagues in Hong Kong and beyond to support our clients through all aspects of their digital transformation journey.”
Frankie’s hire adds to a growing list of partners who have recently joined Baker McKenzie’s wider global Data & Cybersecurity and Fintech & Payments teams, including Nidya Kalangie in HHP Law Firm, a member of Baker McKenzie in Indonesia; Adele Harrison and Indradeep Bhattacharya in London, Todd Beauchamp and Charles Weinstein in Washington DC, and Tom Oslovar in Palo Alto.
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