Heuking supports clients in implementing data protection requirements and establishing data security. Led by Hans Markus Wulf and Thomas Jansen, the practice advises on all aspects of corporate data protection, including handling data breaches, international data transfers, employee data, and cybersecurity. Wulf is well versed within complex implementation issues relating to new EU digital law, including the Data Act, DORA, NIS2 Directive, and the AI Act; while Michael Kuska supports large companies in the area of technology and data protection.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Good skills and market reputation.'
  • ‘It has a dedicated set of individuals who are well versed in data protection.'
  • ‘Philipp Kempermann has good knowledge and profile on the market.’

Key clients

  • Openbank
  • Vossloh Rail Services GmbH
  • EDEKA IT
  • Santander Bank
  • TikTok
  • Q-Park Operations Germany GmbH & Co. KG
  • Flex Capital GmbH
  • Marc Cain GmbH

Work highlights

Represented SANTANDER BANK in administrative court proceedings against a warning issued by the State Data Protection Authority of North Rhine-Westphalia (LDI NRW) under data protection law.
Advising SENSEGUARD on the strategic approach to implementing the Data Act for networked products, taking into account data protection issues.
Advised OPENBANK on the legally compliant structuring of the cooperation for the co-branded Amazon credit card.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Michael Kuska
Michael Kuska
Practice head

Hans Markus Wulf; Thomas Jansen

Other key lawyers

Michael Kuska; Philip Kempermann