On November 30, 2023, global law firm Dentons announced that Michael Park has joined the firm as a partner. Michael is now a part of the intellectual property and technology practice at Dentons located in Melbourne, Australia, bolstering the firm’s expertise in cybersecurity, privacy, and technology matters. Bloomberg Law reported this update.
Michael Park has a proven track record in data privacy, cyber security, telecommunications, and technology transactions. Before joining Dentons, he represented APRA-regulated entities, government agencies, and clients from various industries including mining and resources, energy, transport, and healthcare. Dentons’ decision to bring Park into their Melbourne team showcases their ongoing commitment to deepening and expanding their cyber security, privacy, and technology expertise.
With the increased dependency on digital infrastructure and a surge in cyber threats, firms worldwide are making strategic hires to ensure robust data protection and legal compliance strategies are in place. Michael Park’s entry into Dentons’ intellectual property and technology practice in Australia could serve as a valuable asset to the firm’s clientele in navigating these legal complexities and safeguarding their interests.
Additionally, this move also aligns with the trend of legal firms globally strengthening their teams to meet the clients’ needs, tackling evolving regulatory frameworks in relation to technology, data privacy, and security.
More details on his appointment can be found on the official Dentons announcement.