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Data protection

The barristers at 5RB offer expertise in a wide array of data protection matters. Clara Hamer is routinely instructed in cases arising from major data breaches, as well as acting as counsel on FOIA matters. Hope Williams is appearing for the defence in Mark Deakin & Ors v Curry’s Group Limited PLC, an ongoing data protection class action claim arising from a cyber attack on Curry’s payment systems. Aidan Eardley KC, as was, was appointed to the High Court bench in September 2026.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • Great set on defamation and data protection law.
  • Leaders in the field.
  • 5RB is the 'go-to' chambers for all areas of media law. At every level of call, their barristers are subject-matter experts, hardworking, responsive, and have a genuine understanding of the needs of journalists and broadcasters.
  • There are many excellent barristers, and their knowledge of media law and data protection law is excellent.
  • Jonathan Scherbel-Ball and Hope Williams have been incredibly supportive and helpful; their ability to provide practical advice on complex legal issues has been incredibly helpful. Our experience with 5RB has been that of a calm, supportive team providing outstanding practical commercial legal advice.
  • 5RB is one of the top sets in this area. They have great strength in depth and diversity.

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2025 Silks

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Leading Juniors

Leading juniors are those with significant experience of key cases, strong market recognition from both peers and clients, and are seen as future candidates for silk.

Rising stars

Rising stars at the Bar are defined as barristers between four and eight years’ call who are seen as up-and-coming members of the Bar in their respective practice areas by clients and peers alike. They will already be instructed in high-profile, complex, and high-value contentious and non-contentious matters, working with and opposite more experienced leading counsel.