The ‘nimble, responsive and practical’ information law team at Kingsley Napley LLP is recognised for the assistance it provides to clients, particularly those in the public and education sectors. Under the ’calm, competent leadership’ of Emily Carter and Melanie Hart, the team offers GDPR advice and assistance in tribunal proceedings. Hart is equipped to build cyber response strategies for clients, while Carter is strong on the non contentious side. In April 2024, Adam Chapman left the firm, and in December, Chris Perrin joined from Spencer West LLP.
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Testimonials
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- 'What makes this practice unique is its rare blend of deep technical expertise, genuine commercial understanding, and an empathetic, human approach to client relationships.'
- 'Kingsley Napley brings calm, competent leadership to the table.'
- 'I find Kingsley Napley more nimble, responsive, and practical. Their approach feels tailored rather than templated, and they invest time in understanding the context behind each matter.'
- 'Kingsley Napley has a huge advantage over its competitors in that it can cross-reference across departments. This data and privacy team is great.'
- 'Emily Carter excels at providing clear, detailed and robust advice.'
- 'Kingsley Napley really knows its stuff and always delivers for its clients.'
Key clients
- King’s College London
- London Fire Brigade
- Enforcement Conduct Board
- Construction Industry Council Approved Inspectors Register
Work highlights
Advising King’s College London on UK GDPR claims.
Providing information law advice to the London Fire Brigade.
Representing two journalists in a successful Freedom of Information Act appeal to the First Tier Tribunal.
Practice head
Emily Carter; Melanie Hart
Other key lawyers
Helen Morris; Ellie Fayle