Alfred C. Tam

Alfred C. Tam

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Awarded Practice Areas
Intellectual Property Law Privacy and Data Security Law Technology Law
Alfred C. Tam
Alfred C. Tam
Chicago, IL
Works at
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP

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Biography

Alfred advises clients on intellectual property, technology, and commercial transactions, focusing on practical solutions that support business growth and reduce risk. He has extensive experience with technology contracts, including software licensing, SaaS, PaaS, technology and cloud services, software and intellectual property development agreements, master services agreements, referral and reseller arrangements, source code escrow agreements, and intellectual property transfers. Alfred also handles a wide range of commercial contracts such as purchase and supply, distribution, manufacturing, joint venture, strategic alliance, and collaboration agreements.

He advises on privacy and data protection compliance with a strong contractual focus, including preparing and negotiating data processing and related security addendums and counseling clients on compliance with U.S. state privacy laws and the GDPR. As a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) through the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), he helps clients address requirements under the EU/UK GDPR, CCPA, CPRA, and other data protection laws, ranging from negotiating data processing agreements to guiding organizations through complex compliance challenges. Alfred is also a Certified AI Governance Professional (AIGP) through the IAPP and frequently advises clients on the development, deployment, and use of artificial intelligence-based systems and related agreements and contractual provisions.

With substantial experience on both vendor and customer sides, Alfred represents a wide range of clients, from global enterprises to start-ups, and works across various industries. He frequently creates templates for early-stage companies, drafting and negotiating customer agreements, website terms of use, and privacy policies. He also negotiates all types of technology vendor agreements for multinational companies, with a particular emphasis on those involving cloud services, AI and other emerging technologies. He also supports corporate transactions, handling technology and IP diligence for mergers, acquisitions, venture financings, and related agreements such as transition services and IP license agreements.

Alfred’s background in biological sciences and genetics, combined with his prior experience at a financial trading firm, enables him to support technology-driven businesses across diverse industries. He regularly oversees matters relating to pharmaceuticals, health care, finance, real estate, energy, natural resources, private equity, and more.

Known for flexibility and transparency, Alfred tailors his approach to each client’s goals, balancing legal precision with practical solutions. His focus is on building strong relationships and delivering value through clear communication and efficient, goal-driven execution.

Alfred has been recognized by Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America in “Intellectual Property Law" since 2024.

Works at
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP

50 Best Lawyers awards

Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP logo

Locations

Education

  • Northwestern University, J.D., graduated 2015
  • Northwestern University, B.A., Biological Sciences (Concentration in Genetics and Molecular Biology), graduated 2007

Bar Admissions

  • Illinois, Illinois State Bar Association

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2027 for work in:
  • Intellectual Property Law
  • Privacy and Data Security Law
  • Technology Law

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