Fiona Maclean > Latham & Watkins > London, England > Lawyer Profile

The data and technology transactions practice at Latham & Watkins delivers specialist advice to companies on all stages of their lifecycle covering contractual issues, outsourcing, procurement, data protection and privacy. The team, which is experienced in disruptive technologies and issues pertaining to IP and licensing, is jointly led by data privacy and security expert Gail Crawford and Andrew Moyle, who stands out for his expertise in outsourcing and fintech matters. Fiona Maclean handles the regulatory implications of data-centric technologies, while transactional lawyer Christian McDermott has been at the forefront of developments surrounding NFTs and digital assets. Elva Cullen, who focuses on IP-related matters and online platforms regulatory issues, is another key contact in the group.

Latham & Watkins has an active privacy and cyber practice that runs the gamut of contentious and non-contentious data work, including compliance, regulatory, litigation, and transactional matters. The team leverages the firm’s international network and cross-departmental tech expertise to provide a full-service data protection and cybersecurity offering, acting for a range of companies, including start-ups and global technology corporations. Practice head Gail Crawford is recommended for her expertise in global data privacy compliance issues, while Ian Felstead takes point on data-related litigation and regulatory disputes, both in the UK and globally. Other key names include Fiona Maclean and James Lloyd, whose practices focus on regulatory investigations and enforcement. The team is supported by a strong group of associates and counsel, including counsel Danielle van der Merwe, senior associate Calum Docherty, and associate Hayley Pizzey.

Latham & Watkins delivers expertise across complex transactions involving contractual issues, regulatory matters, data protection, privacy and litigation support. Global chair Gail Crawford advises on compliance and regulatory matters. He co-heads the team with Andrew Moyle who is experienced in handling high-value contracts and transactions. Christian McDermott has particular expertise in matters relating to NFTs and digital assets while Fiona Maclean advises on the regulatory implications of specific data-centric tech.