Bird & Bird is a well-known player in the data protection space, with the team regularly handling a breadth of data issues, from cybersecurity advisory matters to representing companies before regulators. Practice head Ariane Mole specialises in representing organisations before the CNIL, with years of expertise providing assistance in dawn raids and advising on cutting-edge projects across numerous industries. Willy Mikalef is also noted for advising tech-focused companies on the implementation of data protection and cybersecurity requirements. New arrivals include Romain Perray and Lorraine Maisnier-Boché from McDermott Will & Schulte in March 2026.
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Testimonials
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- ‘I am in particular contact with Ariane Mole, who excels in her field. She is very available, very responsive, and provides valuable advice to her clients.’
- ‘The team demonstrates great responsiveness and professionalism. Beyond academic and university knowledge, it provides its clients with effective and concrete practical solutions to address the challenges posed by the GDPR. In terms of innovation, the team also excels in collaborative methods and demonstrates a strong capacity to adapt to new technologies.’
- ‘A young, dynamic, and modern team that doesn't look down on its business partners. Their communication is fluid and not at all pedantic, ensuring that operational staff don't feel lost when asked questions.’
- ‘The team is always available and responsive.'
- 'The team is very collaborative and makes a point of understanding the client's business, objectives, and environment in order to provide sound legal analyses.’
Key clients
- Doctolib
- IQVIA
- PageGroup
- DPD Group - Geopost
- Shoebox
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Practice head
Ariane Mole; Willy Mikalef
Other key lawyers
Romain Perray; Lorraine Maisnier-Boché