Geraldine Tan Joins Global Law Experts as Singapore’s Premier Technology Law Advisor

Welcome Geraldine Tan

Global Law Experts is pleased to extend a warm welcome to Geraldine Tan of Amica Law as our Exclusive Member for Technology in Singapore. This announcement marks a significant milestone for our global network as we continue to expand access to premier technology focused counsel across Asia and beyond. Geraldine Tan’s appointment reflects Global Law Experts commitment to connecting clients with outstanding legal professionals who combine deep technical insight with practical, business oriented advice.

Background and expertise

Geraldine Tan brings more than a decade of focused experience in technology law, with a strong emphasis on information technology, intellectual property, data protection, payment services, and commercial transactions. As Director and Co-Head of the Technology and Licensing practice at Amica Law, an award-winning boutique IP and technology firm in Singapore, she advises clients on protecting, commercialising and exploiting their IP and technology assets, while navigating complex data protection and payments regulatory landscapes. 

Her experience spans cross-border and domestic technology projects, technology transfers, licensing and outsourcing arrangements, system and software procurement, and SaaS, cloud and data centre services. Geraldine is a qualified advocate and solicitor in Singapore and holds a Certified Information Privacy Professional/Asia designation, reflecting her formal expertise in privacy and data protection – critical areas for today’s technology-driven businesses.  

Amica Law firm

Amica Law is a leading intellectual property and technology law firm in Singapore, recognised for its expertise in IP and technology protection, management, commercialisation and enforcement. The firm provides comprehensive legal and IP support to technology companies and technology-focused organisations, including contract drafting and review, advice on the legal and regulatory landscape and requirements in Singapore, enforcement and litigation, and the protection and management of IP assets, including local and regional clearance searches (including patent freedom-to-operate searches).  Amica Law’s team of seasoned lawyers and patent agents have advised on and represented a diverse range of clients and industries, and its team of patent attorneys and agents possess technical qualifications in various fields such as electrical engineering, chemistry, and biomedical sciences. This enables the team to deliver high-quality and practical advice in technically and legally complex cases, including some of the most sophisticated matters heard before the Singapore courts.

Technology practice and areas of focus

Technology law sits at the core of Geraldine Tan’s practice. In this fast-moving and ever-evolving field, new legal challenges and uncertainties continually emerge. Geraldine draws on her extensive experience across a wide range of projects and matters, including:

• Contract drafting and negotiation for IT and technology enabled services, including software procurement, implementation, integration, maintenance, SaaS and cloud services, and supply, manufacturing and distribution arrangements
• Research, development and collaboration projects involving commercial entities, educational institutes and research organisations
• Technology transfer projects and licensing arrangements
• Technology collaborations and joint ventures, with emphasis on risk allocation, IP ownership and licensing structures
• Implementation of technology, digital and e-commerce platforms, with particular attention to data flows and security
• Technology outsourcing and managed service arrangements
• Advising on Artificial Intelligence governance frameworks and policies in Singapore, and legal risks arising from AI development and deployment
• Data protection and privacy program advisory, including policy development, vendor contracts, training and regulatory compliance for technology providers
• FinTech and payments regulatory matters, including licensing considerations and compliance for payment service providers and related regulatory concerns

Geraldine’s experience includes advising on cross-border national payment linkage initiatives. Her work in this area exemplifies the intersection and management of technology risk, regulation, interoperability standards, and commercial contracting that enables innovative payment solutions to operate smoothly across borders. This combination of technical understanding and regulatory awareness is a hallmark of her approach to technology law and a key reason for her suitability as Global Law Experts exclusive advisor for Technology in Singapore.

Regional and international relevance

Singapore has long been a regional hub for technology, finance, and IP development in Asia. Geraldine Tan’s practice benefits from Singapore’s dynamic regulatory environment as well as its close economic ties with regional markets. Her expertise in data protection, payment services licensing and technology commercialisation aligns with Singapore’s emphasis on data protection, cybersecurity readiness, and an innovation friendly business climate. For multinational companies and regional tech players seeking guidance on Singaporean law, Geraldine Tan offers a perspective that blends local regulatory insight with an international business outlook, supporting cross border collaborations, technology transfer arrangements, and privacy compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

Within Global Law Experts, adding Geraldine Tan enhances the network’s capacity to serve clients who navigate technology driven transactions in Singapore. Her background complements the network’s emphasis on technology law, IP licensing and data protection, ensuring that clients receive well rounded counsel when pursuing global tech initiatives, complex licensing programs, or cross border partnerships that depend on precise IP and privacy governance. The combination of Amica Law’s Singapore based platform and Geraldine Tan’s technology focused practice creates a compelling resource for clients seeking skilled counsel with a practical, business minded approach to technology law on a regional and international scale.

Why Geraldine Tan joins Global Law Experts

Geraldine Tan’s selection as an Exclusive Member for Technology in Singapore reflects a rigorous assessment of her professional standing, expertise and relevance to Global Law Experts clients. Her leadership role at Amica Law, focused on IP and technology, aligns with the network’s emphasis on connecting clients with practitioners who can handle sophisticated technology matters across borders. Her documented work in IP transactions, technology licensing and data protection provides a robust platform for advising technology companies and technology-focused organisations that operate in Singapore and engage with international partners. In addition, her engagement with fintech related regulatory concerns and cross border payments experience demonstrates a practical grasp of the regulatory frameworks that shape technology based businesses in Asia and beyond. Taken together, these elements illustrate why Geraldine Tan is well positioned to contribute to clients’ technology ambitions in Singapore and across the global stage, reinforcing Global Law Experts goal of delivering extraordinary legal insight through a selective and trusted network of exclusive experts.

As Global Law Experts continues to broaden its coverage of technology law across jurisdictions, Geraldine Tan represents a compelling convergence of regional strength and international applicability. Her profile as a director at a respected Singapore firm, her focus on IP and technology, and her depth of experience with data protection and fintech regulatory matters position her as a trusted advisor for clients navigating the complexities of modern technology ecosystems. The alliance signals a thoughtful alignment between Geraldine Tan’s practice and Global Law Experts mission to deliver high impact legal guidance in a constantly evolving technology landscape.

We look forward to witnessing the collaborative opportunities that Geraldine Tan’s inclusion will unlock for clients and fellow members alike as Singapore continues to play a pivotal role in technology driven commerce and cross border innovation.