Directors Lim Chong Kin and Rakesh Kirpalani named as ALB’s Asia Super 50 TMT Lawyers for 5 consecutive years
24 Mar 2025
We are pleased to announce that Lim Chong Kin, Head of Telecommunications, Media & Technology (TMT) Practice, and Rakesh Kirpalani, Chief Technology Officer, have been recognised as Asia Super 50 TMT Lawyers by Asian Legal Business (ALB) for the 5th consecutive year. Chong Kin’s and Rakesh’s consistent presence on this list since its inaugural edition in 2021 is a testament to their expertise.
They were ranked among the Asia Super 50 TMT lawyers in the region’s dynamic technology, media, and telecommunications sectors, based on client feedback submitted to ALB between December 2024 and January 2025. Lawyers were recognised for their work and the commercial standing of the clients who submitted their recommendations.
As one of Singapore’s leading technology and regulatory lawyers, Chong Kin’s recent work demonstrates his expertise in digital economies. This includes his contributions to the development of Singapore’s Converged Competition Code for Telecommunications and Media Markets, the drafting of Brunei’s Personal Data Protection Framework, and the establishment of the Drew Data Protection and Cybersecurity Academy—a groundbreaking initiative offering services such as Outsourced DPO support and Data Breach 1st Responder Services.
Chong Kin is held in high regard by his clients who have shared that “[w]orking with Chong Kin has been an amazing and eye-opening experience. He is at the forefront of telecommunications regulation.”, and “Chong Kin is a highly experienced and capable lawyer in TMT, tech, and digital economy space. He provides legal advice that is relevant…solutions-oriented… sound, and value-for-money. He is also always client-focused, timely in his responses.”
Rakesh leads the Dispute Resolution & Information Technology practice. A unique hybrid of disputes lawyer and technology expert, Rakesh specialises in disputes and risks at the intersection of technology and law. He has established himself as a distinguished figure in Singapore’s legal-technology landscape. His domain expertise includes commercial litigation, international arbitration, information technology, and employment law. He has handled significant matters involving ransomware attacks, IT service provider disputes, and complex cross-border cases.
Rakesh is described by clients as “a true expert, not only on the law, but [also on] the technology”, and “[w]orking with Mr. Rakesh Kripalani has been an exceptional experience. His profound expertise in technology disputes and litigation has been instrumental in bringing clarity and peace of mind... Mr. Kripalani’s proactive, disputes-first approach has been invaluable in ensuring we remain compliant and avoid potential legal pitfalls.”
You may read the full article in the March 2025 issue of ALB, pp. 24-27 or click here.