Headed by Jérôme Philippe, Freshfields LLP‘s data team has strong expertise in the field as well as multi-jurisdictional coordination and advice capabilities. The team advises on AI and cybersecurity mandates, including data breaches, cyber threats, CNIL investigations and long-term strategic data processing activities. Laena Bouafy is a key contact.
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  • ‘Laéna Bouafy - availability, clarity of analysis, expertise.’

Key clients

  • Swiss Insurance Company
  • Volkswagen Group

Work highlights

Advising a Swiss insurance company on the data protection aspects of the sale of its French insurance portfolios.
Advising Volkswagen Group on various digital projects and data strategy.
Practice head

Jérôme Philippe

Other key lawyers

Laéna Bouafy