‘The B&B Privacy practice is top notch. Ruth Boardman is an outstanding leader and is very well recognised and respected in the privacy field. Ruth and the privacy team leadership have assembled very strong privacy team with experts located throughout the world and experience that ranges across a variety of industries. I will keep going back to B&B for their strategic thinking, connections in the privacy space and practical advice (for a very reasonable rate).’ 

‘I have worked with Elizabeth Upton for years and I will continue to seek out her practical guidance that works for a fast-paced and scaling tech company.’ 

‘Ruth Boardman is the most widely recognised and highly respected practitioner in the privacy legal world. She is a walking encyclopaedia on privacy matters, and she is always available to her clients. Her advice is sound and practical. She takes a risk-based approach and has the ability to simplify complex legal issues.’ 

‘Ruth Boardman, Alex Jameson and Katerina Tassi are all exceptional professionals. Their advice is thorough and practical, and they take great care to know the company to ensure that their guidance is tailored to the specific business needs. They’re also a pleasure to work with. They’re kind, responsive and empathetic. I would recommend Ruth’s team to any company.’ 

‘We have worked with Alex Dixie now for several years. He brings outstanding knowledge of the digital/AdTech industry and is able to take complex issues and break them down simply for a business audience whilst applying a commercial mindset to thinking through challenges.’ 

‘Great and responsive team with really unique and rare insight into the AdTech market from data privacy perspective.’

‘Gabriel Voisin has profound knowledge of data protection issues and always provides practical, business-friendly advice.’

‘Emma Drake is a great privacy lawyer with deep knowledge and her suggestions always contribute highly to the projects. Her understanding of the AdTech and marketing industry is also exceptional in comparison to the other privacy leaders in UK.’ 

‘Mark Watts is a real superstar. His deep technical expertise pared with a very commercial and pragmatic approach and calm and reassuring delivery are a great combination.’

‘I use Bristows for its expertise in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors and for its unrivalled knowledge of topics, responsiveness and timeliness of its pragmatic and client-focused advice. Its lawyers take the time to get to know and understand the client’s business so they can tailor their advice to the client’s particular circumstances. They think long term and not simply about the immediate challenges. 

‘Bristows’ willingness to engage and work with us to understand our organsation’s aims and objectives makes it a fantastic partner to work with. Its pragmatic and commercially-focused advice provides confidence that we can make the best commercial decisions.’

‘Hannah Crowther is a real rising star.’ 

‘Mark Watts is one, if not the, best solicitors in the industry. Working in the space of privacy for 20 years, it’s refreshing to get insights from Mark on complex data processing arrangements and guidance on domestic challenges that are culturally driven rather than DPA or objective focused.’ 

‘The team is the complete package – they are technically excellent, but also very engaging and really make the effort to get to know the business and tailor advice accordingly.’ 

‘We have been working with Marc Dautlich for a number of years and simply cannot fault his approach to complex legal issues or the quality of his advice.’

‘We have been extremely impressed by Jamie Drucker responsiveness and the clarity with which he has advised the business on some complex matters.’ 

‘The Dentons privacy team contains many expert practitioners that are able to provide pragmatic and commercial advice in a timely manner.’ 

‘Antonis Patrikios is our client lead, and he is always willing to do what is necessary in the name of client delivery. He ensures that we get the right level of experience on the team and is able to coordinate service delivery from multiple jurisdictions.’ 

‘Simon Elliot and Esther Rusling are excellent. They understand the complexities of our business and consistently provide timely practical advice.’ 

‘The team were extremely focussed on delivering an excellent standard of work for our company. I found all members very collaborative and focussed on finding solutions which were appropriate for our business.’ 

‘Simon Elliott is extremely dedicated to achieving the best outcomes for his clients, taking a pragmatic and considered approach. His technical knowledge, personable manner and attention to the commercial details of our business provided us with the valued support we needed on a critical global data privacy programme rollout.’ 

‘Simon Elliott is a very easy to work with individual, and always provides sensible advice in an accessible way.’ 

‘Antonis Patrikios always makes himself available and even makes time to arrange catch up calls to discuss burning issues in the data protection and privacy sphere, despite being extremely busy. He is my go to expert as I know I can rely on him. He is up to date, pragmatic and solution driven.’ 

‘We selected Dentons as our legal partner based on Antonis Patrikios’s specialism in leading multi-jurisdictional projects in the UK, EU, US and Asian across multiple sectors, including technology, e-commerce, media and AdTech. Antonis’s remarkable approach in supporting clients during crises makes him the most valuable external legal partner I have ever worked with.’ 

‘The practice is very professional and responsive. What I like the most is their practical approach to privacy compliance and the ability to think outside the box.’ 

‘I think what makes the team stands out is its ability to fully comprehend the nature of our business (to the smallest details) and therefore provides suitable and practical advice. On top of that the team is simply very nice to work with.’ 

‘Natalie Barnfield handles complex issues quickly and provides practical operational suggestions. Hazel Grant is commercial and able to give practical recommendations balancing commercial challenges against regulatory risks.’

‘The depth of knowledge that the data and privacy team has is second to none.’ 

‘The Fieldfisher privacy lawyers provide solution driven advice that is pragmatic and clear. They are fantastic at identifying key privacy risks and making sensible suggestions on how to mitigate them.’

‘Phil Lee and Renzo Marchini are top notch experts that both know the nitty gritty and ins and outs of privacy and data protection law as well as having first class knowledge and understanding of the market. They provide genuinely pragmatic advice that is straight forward and makes sense when trying to implement it.’ 

‘Natalie Barnfield is an extremely knowledgeable and friendly lawyer and always a delight to work with. I see her as a trusted pair of hands and I always feel confident and comfortable in her advice and approach.’

‘Renzo Marchini is a great business partner and lawyer, Lorna Cropper is extremely knowledgeable and business focused, and James Seadon shows great practical insights and instincts on litigation matters.’ 

‘I have worked with Hogan Lovells on several engagements and was impressed with the quality of the work. They provide practical advice which is valued and appreciated.’

‘My go-to person is Eduardo Ustaran. He is a leading expert in privacy and data protection matters. He is always responsive, very pleasant to deal with and provides practical advice.’

‘Hogan Lovells is one of the best law firms I have had the pleasure to work with. As a global company, and with privacy laws being introduced at a rapid scale, we need a legal business partner that can respond to challenging legal issues in real time and provide pragmatic advice that we can leverage to help our business colleagues.’

‘Irrespective of jurisdiction, we can rely on the team, particularly when we need a fast turnaround.’

‘Eduardo Ustaran and his team are business oriented and very capable to advice on compliance and risk assessment matters. Always very pragmatic.’

‘We have the privilege of working with Paula Garcia and Ellie Hughes with the support of their partner Eduardo Ustaran. They are always ready to assist clients with novel issues and changes in regulation and legislation. The team is easy to get along with which is a plus, but the real benefit is definitely the quality of the work provided.’

‘The team is made up of true data protection specialists and practitioners. They not only know the law but can apply it in a practical way, taking into account market practices.’

‘Katie McMullan is very approachable and gives great pragmatic and commercial advice.’

‘The Linklaters data protection team is consistently excellent. In particular, Georgina Kon provides exceptional service. Her ability to understand and respond on complex matters quickly and fully, her sound judgement and pragmatic thinking are strongly valued.’

‘Olivia Grimshaw is highly responsive, quick and adept at understanding client business models and products. Clear and helpful contractual drafting.’

‘The Linklaters team has capacity, breadth and depth of expertise in relation to privacy, and a very credible global network to call upon.’

They are able to adjust their advice to the budget and risk appetite of their client, and have unique insights into the regulatory priorities and perspectives as they act for so many clients which involve regulator engagement.’

‘I would always go to Linklaters for complex, novel and innovative issues, as they have the experience and expertise to genuinely add value and assist.’

‘Georgie Kon and Tanguy van Overstraeten are terrific! Olivia Grimshaw is excellent, providing in depth and measured advice.’

‘Incredibly strong and fast growing team of highly-talented individuals.’

‘Simon Persoff is a hugely committed partner with deep knowledge of data, privacy and cybersecurity matters. Incredibly hard working.’

‘Jonathan Kewley is a real star in the technology law world. Highly respected by clients. Any law firm would be lucky to have him.’

‘Herbert Swaniker is a highly talented associate, loved by clients and great to work with.’

‘Always professional, expert and the product is timely and to the point. Reliable, helpful and well informed on new and emerging trends and technologies, with a genuine curiosity for innovation.’

‘Simon Persoff and his team offer a breadth of practical experience as well as legal expertise.’

‘Simon Persoff has impressed with his technical and practical knowledge. When it really matters, he is there to support us. He has struck the right balance between technical requirements and pragmatic and practical advice, based on his own extensive industry knowledge and experience. He seeks to bring the right team for the matter in hand.’

‘The Team is quick to respond, particularly in very urgent matters and provides clear pragmatic legal advice.’

‘The team at ES is one of the largest data protection teams in the UK. It is also one of the few data protection teams that can offer expertise in freedom of information matters.’

‘The individuals I work with are dedicated information law practitioners. They are not commercial tech lawyers masquerading as data protection experts. Paula Barret has an excellent technical grasp of the law but more importantly a good grasp of developing trends and sector experience which enable me to benchmark our approach on various aspects of data protection compliance’

‘They really take time to understand the problem and the context of the situation.’ 

‘They actively listen to our problems and think about how we could approach them from a legal perspective. They are also really proactive.’

‘As a firm with a global presence, Eversheds’ global reach allows them to provide consistent jurisdiction-specific advice, which is absolutely invaluable.’

‘Dave Hughes is technically strong, has great knowledge of the sector and adopts a very pragmatic approach when it comes to the advice he gives. He is also incredibly personable and an absolute pleasure to work with. I would not hesitate to recommend Dave and his team.’

‘A knowledgeable team with broad experience and a commercial and pragmatic outlook.’

‘The team is brilliant at tailoring its advice to the specific situation at hand and gives practical steps to achieve the desired outcome. The firm offers reactive advice as well as assistance with terms for notices and legal terms, which makes it a one stop shop for data protection. The team is happy to put time in to build a relationship with its clients, which allows us to feel more supported as a business.’ 

‘Gail Crawford and Calum Docherty have a broad spectrum of expertise that does not impact the depth of their knowledge in these areas. They have both been willing to react to quick turnaround times in urgent situations. They can give advice on complex issues in an easy to digest way, that is suitable for both privacy professionals and those not versed in the industry – this allows for easy communication with colleagues who do not specialise in privacy.’ 

‘The team provides very practical and insightful advice in topics which are very complex.’

‘I would highlight the work of Calum Docherty, he is a very practical lawyer, particularly on data privacy agreements, showing a right balance between ensuring protection of the client and getting the deal done. He is also very keen to understand the business of the client and giving advice that tackles the client’s challenges.’ 

‘Latham has a strong bench of talent in this area particularly in the transaction space. They are subject matter experts who are also pragmatic in terms of the application of the law to difficult technology problems.’ 

‘James Lloyd is a standout individual within the practice. He is one of only a handful of true experts in cyber and data privacy litigation practising in the UK market. He brings laser sharp analysis, creative thinking and a calm and steady hand to any litigation or regulatory engagement.’

‘Lara Nonninger is an up and coming star in this area. She punches far above her weight in terms of experience.’ 

‘This practice has maintained a strong relationship with our organisation over a number of years and has always proved to be responsive in a timely manner. The advice has always been of the highest quality and always based on good commercial sense. Quick and sound legal advice at times of dispute and crisis always with a helping hand.’

‘Practical, friendly and commercially-aware.’

‘Great knowledge of norms and trends in the given sector (in this case, life sciences and healthcare). Able to provide pragmatic advice with clear suggestions on ways forward, even in complex areas of law where the approach to applying statutory legal tests is not yet clear in guidance or at common law. Useful to receive advice that can be applied in our business, rather than being so heavily qualified or caveated as to render it useless in practical terms!’

‘Marcus Evans was excellent at unpicking the advice that we required from what was a complex set of information and asks, and setting out a clear and transparent proposal and delivery timeframes.’

‘The team is highly innovative in terms of funding, public relations and collaboration. Firstly, my case has been financed by crowd-funding which is quite novel and rare for firms of this calibre.’

‘The cross-disciplinary reach of my case has enabled the team to showcase its remarkable collaborative skills, involving legal, financial and technological experts, parliamentary representatives, and grassroots activists from across the world, especially the Netherlands, France, Canada and the USA.’

‘The stand-out Partner at Mishcon de Reya is Filippo Noseda. My case was made possible by his passionate and innovative approach to providing ordinary citizens with a path to justice; his world-beating expertise on data protection and privacy rights in the context of public authorities and cross-border information transfers; his meticulous knowledge of the British and EU legal systems; his enthusiasm for international collaboration and the continuous acquisition of new knowledge not only for himself but for his clients and stakeholders. His scholarly background shines through in his work, and one of the greatest benefits of being represented by him has been the chance to learn from him and develop my own expertise in legal and judicial processes, public policy, and the cutting-edge area of cybersecurity.’

‘I am immensely proud of what I have learned and achieved through working with Filippo Noseda. His team, including Jessie Bridgett and Adam Rose, has also been incredibly helpful to me throughout the litigation process.’

‘Mishcon is punching above its weight in several practice areas including data protection, privacy and cyber. Many of their lawyers and partners blend excellent legal knowledge with a commercial approach and are practical in their advice. Better value than that of similar or other, larger firms.’ 

‘The team has a good mix of technical legal knowledge and commercial awareness which makes for good practical advice.’ 

‘Mark Taylor is a wonderful lawyer. He is pragmatic, responsive and detail oriented. He understands how to work with us to make sure our business can reach its goals. He is our ‘go to’ data protection lawyer.’

‘The RPC team is well versed at responding to cyber incidents. They are incredibly experienced and provide expert counsel at challenging times for businesses. They have an excellent understanding of GDPR but also reputational considerations of cybersecurity matters.’

‘Alex Wilson is a real future star. Enthusiastic, engaged and dynamic.’

‘The team has provided excellent guidance and support in respect of data protection requirements and how this applies in our complex multi-stakeholder environment.’

‘Jon Bartley has provided excellent guidance and support in respect of very specific data protection requirements and how this applies in our complex multi-stakeholder environment.’

‘Keith Mathieson is well experienced in media-related data protection work. Richard Breavington is strong in data breach litigation.’

‘Rupert Cowper-Coles is a data protection and privacy specialist with a particular strength in multi-jurisdictional online work, which he can combine with his reputation management expertise.’

‘The standout partner for me is Oliver Bray. He is simply best in class. He is a trusted adviser and a great ally. Olly has a genuine interest in our business and has tackled many complex data protection issues for me. Because he makes a real effort to understand not just the legal issues, but also the business dynamics, he is able to craft advice in a way that is most optimal for me to understand, implement, or escalate, as the need arises. I continue to see Olly not just as a business adviser, but a true partner to our business. Joe Lippitt is my go-to associate at RPC. Joe manages a big workload of complex work, including high-profile negotiations on issues in the media spotlight. He is a workhorse and unflappable.’

‘Having worked with RPC for a number of years on our data protection and privacy requirements, they have an excellent understanding of our business and requirements. They are happy to discuss a variety of potential approaches before agreeing how matters are going to be managed and provide solutions within budget constraints where required.’

‘Excellent and sophisticated cyber and data protection expertise. My experience is the entire team is reliable, friendly, approachable and provides robust guidance with tailored depth necessary to make informed and defensible decisions.’ 

‘The practice is exceptional and a delight to work with.’ 

‘Strong reputation and solid experience in data-related matters.’ 

‘I really enjoy working with the data protection team at Taylor Wessing for its availability, capacity to understand the problem, solutions and outside of the box thinking, without stepping outside of the boundaries of the privacy laws.’ 

‘Taylor Wessing is a solid firm for privacy, bringing a well-rounded skillset, from contentious matters to strategic projects, meaning we can call on them for a variety of topics. Taylor Wessing always strives to provide options in their responses, demonstrating critical thinking, which we value as it acts as a partner rather than just external counsel. They always have their fingers on the pulse of what’s up and coming in privacy.’ 

‘Very pragmatic and proactive. People I like working with. It’s rare to find data privacy lawyers who explain things in a simple way.’ 

‘I appreciate how diligent Jo Joyce is in getting practical advice to me quickly, and Vin Bange has put together a fantastic team of individuals with good knowledge of privacy laws.’ 

‘Tim Hickman is excellent and knows the law inside out.’

‘Tim Hickman. Would not use anyone else for data privacy.’

‘White & Case has a wide expertise in data protection, privacy and cybersecurity.’

‘The team’s strength is collaboration and flexibility.’

‘Tim Hickman has a great ability to explain a legal matter and provide legal advice in a clear way. His expertise in data protection and privacy, availability and engagement bring benefits for our collaboration.’

‘What makes the team at Womble Bond Dickinson unique is their pragmatic and can-do approach that works constructively with the client to provide a solution that fits the client’s requirements.’

‘Andrew Kimble is quick to grasp your requirements and thorough in providing a comprehensive response.’

‘Julian Hayes is a creative lawyer with a good instinct for the law, which is absolutely key in this field.’

‘BCL is the only firm that is truly able to combine criminal law and data law expertise. Many other firms specialise in one or the other and are not competent to advise on both but BCL is uniquely placed to do so.’

‘Julian Hayes is a very driven and hardworking partner who manages to combine his fierce intellect with charm and a friendly persona. He is excellent with clients and knows how to get to the root of a problem.’

‘Michael Drury is the doyenne of national security law and this provides him with real expertise when it comes to cyber security issues.’

‘Julian Hayes and Michael Drury are both experts in their field and have the advantage over many competitors that they have a proven track record of acting in contentious investigations and litigation over many years.’

‘Julian Hayes has a deep understanding of data protection, privacy and cybersecurity. He also has a global awareness and perspective of how current issues are dealt with in other countries. He is the first person I phone when I need to discuss issues or bounce ideas around. He has an intuitive feel for the subject, backed up by sound knowledge and judgement.’

‘Michael Drury is a phenomenal lawyer with decades of experience with data protection and national security issues. He consistently provides strong legal and strategic advice.’

‘Julian is our go-to lawyer on UK law matters. He is an expert on data protection matters. He is always approachable, efficient, and practical.’

‘The firm’s international presence allows risk assessments in other jurisdictions to be done quickly and efficiently. The advice is always clear and proportionate.’

‘Kate Brimsted is able to offer sensible advice even when a matter is not clear cut. This is particularly important when the the client is not technical and may not be able to articulate all relevant technical details that may be relevant to data protection. Kate is also helpful in terms of guiding the in-house lawyers on how to communicate with technical specialists and other internal stakeholders to deliver a solution.’

‘We usually go to the firm with thorny problems which we cannot resolve ourselves. The team provides practical and sensible solutions to the problems that we face.’

‘Sensible and practical interpretation of rules which are at times opaque.’

‘They have performed various data protection and privacy projects to a very high professional standard. They remain our go-to adviser for data protection, privacy and cybersecurity requirements. The firm is always willing to assist with our enquiries no matter how small, and we feel the advice offered can be relied on which is always in the clients’ best interest.’

‘Kate Brimsted and Jack Dunn have been our two main contacts over a number of years. Their first class advice has enabled a strong bond of trust between us and the firm.’

‘Geraldine Scali is a great lawyer and has a world class knowledge of privacy laws. Her understanding of the issues allows her to provide practical advice to resolve issues quickly.’

‘In-depth legal technical knowledge across a variety of contracts and situations. Able to respond rapidly on urgent matters and manage an extensive caseload to ever changing deadlines. Effective reporting communication reflecting a strong understanding of client particular needs.’

‘The team provides very good strong practical advice and takes time to understand the client’s business to provide relevant advice.’

‘They devised a platform to store data protection documents so that they can be accessed by client and firm. It tracks data compliance matters and ensures everything remains current.’

‘Jonathan McDonald understands how to distill the regulations into the practical business environment. Always available for urgent matters.’

‘Friendly responsive practice that understands the workings and needs of your business.’

‘Jonathan McDonald deals with our business needs, he is very approachable and no question is stupid.’

‘The team at Mayer Brown provides quick and excellent advice and solutions as we respond to ever-changing privacy laws and regulations. They work hard to understand our unique challenges and limitations to provide solutions that assist us with our compliance matters.’

‘Oliver Yaros is exceptionally talented at asking the right questions in order to create a programme that meets our needs as privacy laws and regulations change rapidly. He works very well and coordinates with the Mayer Brown team in the US to ensure that the EU and UK solutions work with our US compliance programme. He is energetic and responsive and provides great value for the work.’

‘There is a broad depth of legal knowledge and commercial understanding. A clear ability to translate legal context and intention into commercial and practical application. Subscription to Mayer Brown news, blogs and podcasts is useful and easily accessible at the clients convenience.’

‘Mayer Browns Data protection, privacy and cybersecurity practice has depth and breadth in its knowledge, is meticulous in its analysis of a particular company set-up and has the practical application to work with that set-up.’

‘They are particularly knowledgeable and humorous, and can predict their billing accurately. Mark Prinsley is the stand-out partner.’

‘Mayer Brown clearly has extensive knowledge and experience in this area. For those clients with a non-legal background, unlike a lot of other firms, the Mayer Brown team communicates legal issues to the client in layman’s terms the client can understand and then make decisions with confidence and assistance of the back up Mayer Brown provides.’

‘Mayer Brown has key capabilities in data protection and cybersecurity risk, steps to mitigate risks and in event of a breach, guidance on response and remediation. Oliver Yaros is a key partners.’

‘Cross-border coverage and expert knowledge and background in cyber security and data protection law.’

‘I find Paul Hastings exceptionally easy to deal with – responsive, commercial and very knowledgeable.’

‘Strong team delivering pragmatic, sensible and implementable advice.’

‘Rohan Massey is knowledgeable and personable.’

‘This team is led by star Rohan Massey, who is assisted by a number of excellent colleagues. What he does not know about data risk is unimaginable.’

‘Rohan Massey is excellent in his field and is always our go-to person for data risk queries.’

‘The team includes excellent practitioners and is diverse in terms of age, gender, etc. They are all very much focused on data protection, privacy, cybersecurity and have great knowledge of the market and of the law.’

‘I know I can count on both Rohan Massey, who has extensive experience and is very smart and reliable, and Edward McNichals, who is a great data privacy lawyer and is very smart and reliable.’

‘The team is highly knowledgeable and has great experience in the field.’

‘Sarah Tedstone stands out as having an in-depth knowledge of the subject.’

‘Anastasia Fowle is knowledgeable and pragmatic. The firm’s deep understanding of the motor industry makes it uniquely positioned to respond to our specific initiatives.’

‘In an area that is vastly changing on almost a daily basis, the team at Shoomsmiths keeps up to date with cutting-edge and commercially viable advice. They make labour intensive work seem inconsequential and deliver technical advice on a clear and pragmatic manner.’

‘Nick Holland and Christian Cockcroft are clear masters of their subjects. They are able to grasp information quickly and deliver advice in an expeditious manner.’

‘Sherif Malak is a superb expert in the field of data privacy and always delivers sound and commercial advice. His understanding of our business and internal workings of the company is a huge plus.’

‘They are very good at responding quickly to urgent matters, and excellent at taking complex matters and explaining them in more simple terms so the wider business understands the matter. They are also excellent at helping to assess the commercial risk for various data-related activities. One of the many things I like about the Shoosmith’s data privacy team is that they fully collaborate with the business and our parties to help find practical, commercial and compliant solutions for our projects and initiatives.’

‘We rely heavily on the data privacy expertise of Adam Fox.’

‘The practice is distinguished by its leadership, namely William Long, who is an expert in the field but also a pragmatic thinker and commercially oriented.’

‘I particularly appreciate William’s no-fuss demeanor, and quiet, efficient execution of every task. Without any fanfare, the work is undertaken, timely delivered, and always reflective of an application of the law within the context of commercial realities.’

‘The team is knowledgeable and very responsive. They are flexible and deliver quality services.’

‘William Long, Francesca Blythe, Lauren Cuyvers, and Eleanor Dodding are an absolute pleasure to work with. While this is not important to everyone seeking legal advice, particularly in today’s fast-paced digital economy, I would much rather have a conversation with counsel who takes the time to be personable, is always polite, and has a sense of humor than one who is merely competent.’

‘The team is great at answering questions practically and pragmatically.’

‘I have worked with Francesca Blythe, who is very responsive, pragmatic and clear in her advice.’

‘Katie Hewson is friendly and efficient and great at distilling the law down to its practical application. In a live and developing cyber security situation, we found Ben Sigler to be calm, considered and practical as well as available and engaged.’

‘Katie Hewson has has excellent technical knowledge and gives practical, commercial advice that is relevant to our company. She is a delight to work with and is my go-to lawyer for data protection advice.’

‘Katie Hewson has a genuine passion for data privacy and brings huge enthusiasm, energy and determination to any problem. She is practical, hands on and a delight to work with.’

‘It is very rare to find an external legal team that not only provides excellent legal advice, but provides excellent practical legal advice. Too often, external firms simply recite the law, and do not apply it to the situation at hand.’

‘Katie Hewson acts as an extended member of our in-house legal team. I know the advice I receive from Katie will take into account the risks and concerns of our particular business. Katie knows there is no one size fits all, and she takes time to understand the business and our risk appetite. She is an invaluable resource.’

‘We work regularly with Katie Hewson who is a valued advisor in relation to EU and UK GDPR matters, and has also helped us fill resourcing gaps where needed for other privacy-related work such as policies and procedures. Katie is very practical and has good industry knowledge. Her turnaround times are fantastic and she is always available to jump on a call.’

‘The Stephenson Harwood’s data protection, privacy and cybersecurity practice provides excellent practical advice, with deep knowledge of both the law and current practices in the industry. The team is keen to get to know our business which means the advice is very relevant and can be implemented which is key in this area.’

‘Katie Hewson and Bobbie Bickerton can advise on any topic with speed and at a reasonable fee. The advice is pragmatic and can be implemented. Katie and Bobbie also make sure we are aware of new legislation that is coming down the line so we can keep one step ahead.’

‘James Longster always knows much more than the other side but wears it with good humour.’

‘Louisa Chambers is very approachable and easy to get hold of. She provides straightforward and easy to understand advice in an efficient and cost effective way.’

‘James Longster is incredibly commercial and responsive.’

‘The team manages to strike an excellent balance between commercial considerations and obligations under DP law. They allow us, as data controller but not lawyers, to understand choices and implications in order to make the key decisions. The advice is there with clarity and without undue influence or steer.’

‘The individuals strike a good balance between being personable and professional. So interactions are efficient and thorough, without being a chore. Particular positive mention to James Longster, Sarah Robinson and Stephanie Beams.’

‘Strong commercial understanding of how data protection works in the gambling sector. Practical recommendations on how to proceed rather than just repeating the law.’

‘Patrick Rennie not only understands data protection law but also how to offer advice within a commercial context. He is practical and great at solving problems encountered by clients’

‘Wiggins is extremely knowledgeable in the iGaming sector and is trusted by us to lead and advise on data protection.’

‘Wiggin is an extension of our in-house legal function. The team seamlessly steps in to support us when we need. Its industry knowledge is fantastic and allows it to advise with real practicality and commerciality.’

‘Patrick Rennie is incredibly knowledgeable and practical. He is able to give fast and clear advice on every issue we are facing.’

‘Patrick Rennie has been excellent as the key point of contact for privacy-related work. The differentiator we have felt with Wiggin is that the advice is always anchored in practical, pragmatic considerations and it is always provided from a standpoint of knowing our business very well.’

‘The Wiggin data protection, privacy and cybersecurity team is not only technically knowledgeable but also commercially astute, making it a very good business partner.’

‘Patrick Rennie is not only very technically competent in this area but also, having spent substantive time on secondment in DPO roles in-house, understands the practical and commercial realities faced by businesses and DPOs intimately.’

‘This practice has vast experience of working with non-profit organisations. Their responses and advice, whether it be about marketing and/or data protection have always been timely, precise and pragmatic.’

‘The quality and expertise of Bates Wells practitioners stands out for their professionalism. This can be in regards to invoicing and the professional services of their lawyers. We have mainly sought advice from Hannah Lyons who has a wide breadth of knowledge regarding the charity sector, fundraising and data protection.’

‘I worked with Victoria Hordern and Rayhaan Vankalwala. Their approach is brilliant. They are sensitive to the situation of the client and very supportive. Their advice is concise and clear, and I felt very comfortable asking additional questions after our initial meeting.’

‘Bates Wells have been extremely generous and supportive to our charity, advising us in a range of legal areas such as GDPR.’

‘Michael Charalambous has been very helpful with his expertise in data protection. We have developed a much more comprehensive and robust data protection policy which is fully GDPR compliant thanks to his advice and support.’

‘The team at Bates Wells is really well versed on specific topics and can also provide insight on related areas as required. They work really well as a team and are able to provide support to each other when the need arises.’

‘The Goodwin Team is supremely knowledgeable in the field but also demonstrates realism and pragmatism when understanding the nature of any data protection and privacy challenges. The team uses its expertise and experience to provide solid advice and guidance. They are always on hand, quick to respond and are also lovely to interact with.’

‘Gretchen Scott and Curtis McCluskey are personable, friendly and helpful. I value their opinion and also really enjoy interacting with them as there is mutual respect and an openness to learn and adapt.’

‘Strong bench and very well connected.’

‘Lore Leitner is truly excellent, super pragmatic, commercial and thorough.’

‘I have had the pleasure of working with Curtis McCluskey over the past 18 months as my primary GDPR and data privacy advisor. I have come to rely upon his counsel and partnership for all data privacy matters.’

‘Curtis McCluskey is very client oriented and provides clear input and advice.’

‘Great specialists. Very user friendly and prompt to reply. A reliable external adviser in this field.’

‘Gretchen Scott is excellent.’

‘Kingsley Napley’s data protection and privacy practice perfectly dovetails with its market leading work in criminal litigation and investigations. Its lawyers have the skill and experience to deal with all aspects of data protection and privacy work, including those involving contentious and criminal matters.’

‘David Sleight is agile and an innovative practitioner. He is on top of the details of the case and the big picture.’

‘A fantastic team whose members all work together to ensure that the client gets the best service and results possible.’

‘Nick de Mulder brings a high level of clarity, experience and practical advice.’

‘The team is characterised by the highest level of professionalism. Due to the size of the team and the many years of experience of its leaders, the team can react quickly to any situation. What particularly distinguishes the colleagues at Kingsley Napley is that they not only have great legal expertise, but that they are also very well connected internationally. What is particularly striking about the team at Kingsley Napley is the high proportion of women, which in my opinion contributes greatly to the fact that the team as a whole seems to function excellently and the clients are not only managed with a great deal of expertise, but also with a great deal of empathy.’

‘I have had the privilege of working with the partners Sue Thackeray and Helen Morris on reputation management cases. They both impress with their overall understanding of media crisis situations, both from a legal and a PR perspective. Both are constantly available and the cooperation is always very pleasant, even under high pressure.’

‘Alexander Milner-Smith is an expert when it comes to complex data protection and privacy issues. He is very focused, fast-thinking and pragmatic. He always handles matters efficiently. He is business oriented and never loses sight of the client’s best interests.’

‘Bryony Long provides excellent practical advice, enabling clients to make informed choices within a risk-based privacy framework. Bryony’s friendly and responsive approach makes her a pleasure to work with.’

‘All of the individuals I have liaised with have been very knowledgeable about the specifics and requirements of data protection law. They are able to explain the various options in clear and sufficient detail, and provide practical advice on what to do.’

‘Bryony Long has built an excellent practice with top quality associates who deliver very practical and efficient advice.’

‘Bryony Long is an exceptional partner with a real talent to cutting to the core of the issue and delivering practical advice in a timely manner. Ali Vaziri is also technically diligent and leaves no stone unturned to provide commercially balanced and clear advice.’

‘Ali Vaziri is exceptional and has tackled some very difficult and unique data situations for us and given us the advice we needed and would probably not have got anywhere else. He is absolutely the person I would go to for any data protection matters.’

‘I would  recommend Sean Illing if you have any subject access requests to deal with, especially difficult and detailed ones with multiple litigation matters in the background and a wealth of documentation to go through. There is more law involved in this than most people know and he will guide you exceptionally through what can be a very difficult and stressful process.’

‘Working with Sean Illing has allowed us to manage general privacy compliance in an efficient manner and most importantly in a manner which aligns to our business needs. Being given legal advice with a business driven focus is difficult to find, but we found that with Sean.’

‘Huge breadth of experience, plus pragmatic advice.’

‘Jagvinder Singh Kang just knows everything and what to do in a crisis.’

‘Not only does Mills & Reeve has deep knowledge of data protection laws, it is adept at finding solutions for implementing processes that comply with those laws. Mills & Reeve has invested time to learn about our organisation and our industry, dramatically enhancing the value of the data protection advice its lawyers provide.’

‘Peter Wainman ‘s knowledge of technology and its uses in the healthcare sector separate Peter from other data protection lawyers. In the continuously evolving landscape of data protection laws, he can navigate through the risks and requirements to help the quick identification of the the best available options.’

‘Mills and Reeve has a great team, which is responsive and extremely knowledgeable in the area of data protection and privacy.’

‘Richard Sykes, Helen Tringham, Emma Tuck and Paul Knight are our main contacts. They are responsive and work closely with us, taking the time to understand our situation and its nuances.’

‘The data protection practice at Mills & Reeve has played a vital role in the establishment of our charitable programmes. These programmes involve complex data sharing frameworks and arrangements and Mill & Reeve has provided accurate and practical advice throughout, which has led to the successful launch of our programmes. In particular, the tailoring of advice to our individual circumstances and the application of the legislation to the environment we operate was very impressive.’

‘We have worked closely with Paul Knight and his team. Paul’s ability to apply the relevant data protection legislation accurately but in a practical and pragmatic way to suit our needs and the needs of our constituents has been invaluable.’

‘Rafi Azim-Khan provides excellent advice for cross-border deals. His advice is critical for US-based companies looking to do business in Europe given the differences in data protection laws between the US and Europe.’

‘Pillsbury has worked with my business on a range of data privacy, commercial and regulatory matters for many years. The team brings strategic thinking and rare depth of experience in data, e-commerce, web platforms, marketing, etc. to their advice. I am a very happy client and plan to continue our long relationship for many years to come.’

‘Our work with Rafi Azim-Khan over the years has been a true partnership. I trust his advice and guidance, and he plays an important role in many areas of our business. He is also very good about connecting me with his fellow partners for specific advice. Rafi is a top-notch international business lawyer and first-class for technology and data privacy advice. I would say that Rafi is an outstanding expert in data privacy law. He is a true specialist not only in GDPR and CCPA but also in the laws of many other countries.’

‘The depth of knowledge and experience in the field of data protection, privacy and cyber is, in my experience, unsurpassed. The team is responsive, practical and pragmatic. Its advice has been crucial to the growth of our business.’

‘Steven Farmer’s input and advice on a broad range of topics has been indispensable to our business. His views and advice are always clear, concise and informed. His expertise in the field of data protection makes business decisions easier and provide comfort to me and my fellow shareholders. He has a fantastic attitude and is so easy to work with – always delivering quickly and with a deep understanding of what we want to achieve.’

‘Steve Farmer is very knowledgeable and he is always timely with his responses. Rafi Azim Kahn is an expert in this area and has the regulatory contacts to be able to get sound advice on murky issues.’

‘Rafi Azim-Khan is simply the best in his field. His guidance through an ever-changing regulatory framework provides the confidence to our company and our board that we need as we expand into new international markets.’

‘The team can provide global advice. We are an international organisation with offices and doing business in multiple countries. Pillsbury always has us covered.’

‘Excellent firm. Great breadth of specialisms and knowledge. Pro-active and diligent.’

‘Beverley Flynn is brilliant. Highly personable, knowledgeable and pragmatic. She inspires confidence in the top quality advice she provides.’

‘Very clear responses and guidance that address the issue in hand. Excellent understanding of our company and the industry. Structured responses. Superb knowledge and great relationship with clients.’

‘Clever, responsive, and well-informed.’

‘The team is very hands on and to-the-point in their advice, always a pleasure to work with them.’

‘Beverley Flynn and Charles Maurice are highly recommended professionals.’

‘I have worked with Stevens & Bolton for many years on different legal aspects and have always found its advice well considered, well explained to clients and presented well and timeously .’

‘Charles Maurice explained the principles and guided me through a very difficult subject for which I was very grateful.’

‘TLT is my first port of call for anything related to law enforcement related data protection queries. Its close involvement in this field means that it keeps abreast of all the latest moves and developments in data protection in general.’ 

‘Gareth Oldale provides a great depth of knowledge and experience when it comes to data protection and cybersecurity matters, especially where they relate to issues faced by public sector clients. His help on matters relating to law enforcement and intelligence processing and his in-depth understanding on the approaches taken and the legal frameworks used in other jurisdictions have proven very beneficial on numerous occasions. Always responsive, knowledgeable, and happy to provide a friendly word of advice.’

‘These guys know our business and are truly determined to help us get the best results. I love them!’

‘TLT has an experienced pool of lawyers who are highly skilled in data protection, privacy and cybersecurity. Having worked with them on some complex privacy matters, I found them to be able to articulate the risks faced by the client in a clear, honest and approachable manner. They were able to present the facts and manage the client expectations well and were very quick to deliver a resolution with even the most difficult of claimants. As there are a number of skilled legal advisors within the practice, it was great for the client from a resilience perspective as there was always someone to contact for support and guidance. Nothing is too much trouble and the team has also been very supportive in answering client ad hoc queries. The billing process was well explained too.’

‘For me there have been four individuals that have really stood out from a client perspective and these are Gareth Oldale, Emma Erskine-Fox and Ed Hayes. Their style and professional approach is very welcoming, extremely knowledgeable and reassuring. They are able to articulate complex data privacy issues into clear understanding and highlight any areas of least to major concern. I enjoy reading their informative articles on data protection, privacy and cyber security as they are so easy to digest. Knowing they will go out of their way to make themselves available for a quick discussion when the most challenging of matters come to light is such a relief!’

‘TLT offers a wide range of legal services covering commercial, technical, IP and data protection. This comprehensive range of services allows TLT to bring all the various elements together to provide a holistic view that has really aided our decision making.’

‘Excellent, pragmatic advice and really easy to work with the team.’

‘Gareth Oldale is an excellent partner, knowledgeable, pragmatic and accessible. Louisa Williamson is also recommended. Excellent, pragmatic and timely advice.’