Linklaters has a strong privacy and data protection practice, advising on all national and international aspects of EU and global data regulation. The team assists clients with GDPR implementation, international data transfers, cyber crisis management, AI and fintech issues, cloud adoption, and complex compliance reviews. Guillaume Couneson leads the practice, bringing extensive expertise across data protection, IT, outsourcing, electronic communications and digital regulation.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Technically very competent, ability to work under pressure and short deadlines, assemble cross-practice team, leverage their experience into antitrust to work on novel tech regulation (eg DSA) under the European Commission supervision.'
- ‘The practice stands out for its integration of legal expertise with operational and regulatory insight, particularly in the areas of privacy, data protection, and compliance. We value the ability to translate complex legal frameworks into pragmatic, actionable solutions, tailored to our business realities.’
- ‘Specific mention of Guillaume Couneson for his exceptional collaborative spirit. His ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable strategies. His responsiveness, strategic foresight, and pragmatic mindset make him an outstanding legal counsel.’
- ‘Guillaume Couneson offers the highest level of expertise, availability, strategic thinking, and creative solution mindset. He has both a rigorous and creative approach that is highly valuable.'
- ‘Linklaters’ practice, led by the highly respected Guillaume Couneson, stands out for its seamless integration of international expertise with deep local insight, particularly in complex cross-border transactions and regulatory matters. Linklaters combines technical excellence with a forward-thinking approach, making it a trusted adviser on high-value, strategic mandates.’
- ‘Very knowledgeable with a pragmatic approach and high attention.’
- ‘Proactive advice that is structured, timely and creative.’
Key clients
- Tip Trailer Services Management B.V
- Isabel NV
Work highlights
Advised TIP, the largest EU trailers and trucks leasing and renting company, on all its high-profile data protection questions in relation to their operations, including advice on data subject access requests in the UK, the launch of a new platform and the transfer of personal data within and outside the group.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Guillaume Couneson