Bird & Bird's Italian privacy and data protection team works closely with its international network, offering expertise in advising high-profile clients who collect and transfer large quantities of sensitive data. The group provides full-spectrum assistance, including advisory work, transactions, crisis management, and litigation issues. The team is co-headed by Adriano D’Ottavio in Rome, who manages information assets and security incidents, and Debora Stella in Milan, who supports complex data-driven projects in the fashion, luxury, and health information sectors.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Accolades
Client satisfaction: NPS ®
Testimonials
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- ‘A team of skilled and multidisciplinary professionals in various areas of law, experts in technology matters and up to date with innovations.’
- ‘Avv. D'Ottavio has an in-depth knowledge of our business and maintains excellent relationships with clients. He provides assistance in privacy matters and is able to involve other professionals from the firm to offer support in different areas of law.’
- ‘We used Bird & Bird’s services for both contract preparation and data privacy consultancy. They impressed us with their broad expertise. When dealing with issues involving foreign legislation, they connected us with consultants and legal experts abroad, ensuring fast solutions. We've also taken part in their training sessions—not only were they insightful for deepening our legal understanding, but they also offered great opportunities for networking.’
- ‘Highly committed, their real strength lies not just in fulfilling requests, but in actively promoting a deeper understanding of legal matters. Adriano d’Ottavio guided us through the complexities of GDPR, listening to our specific needs and providing us with the tools and insights necessary to meet data protection requirements.’
Key clients
- Lastminute.com
Work highlights
Provided ongoing strategic advice to Lastminute.com Group regarding the implementation of marketing activities in several jurisdictions, including dealing with data transfers and data sharing within its complex business.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Adriano D’Ottavio; Debora Stella
Other key lawyers
Giovanni Galimberti; Massimiliano Mostardini