Bates Wells has strong capabilities as data protection advisors to clients in the charity, artificial intelligence and public sectors, under the stewardship of Eleonor Duhs. Duhs uses her prior experience in government to advise on GDPR compliance and other legislative matters. Her expertise also extends to data protection impact assessments and data subject access requests. Rayhaan Vankalwala impresses with his ability ‘to understand the wider non-legal commercial, press and reputational issues involved’.
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Testimonials
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- 'Eleonor and her team have deep insight into the data protection landscape in the UK, having been involved in its creation and implementation. They provide expert advice tailored to the commercial needs of their clients, so a practical solution is landed on.'
- 'Deep technical insight blended with the right commercial instincts. They quickly hone in on what really matters.'
- 'Deep expertise in privacy laws, including legal, policy, and drafting intent and translating that into actionable, practical and operational advice.
'Proactive readiness to call out and advise on business, compliance and regulatory risks.'
'They have an acute understanding of the law relating to data, privacy and cybersecurity. This is a fast-changing area of law and practice where the legislation, regulations, codes of practice and case law have produced a highly complex legal regime. Eleonor Duhs is ahead of the field in her knowledge, her practical approach and her perception of the issues likely to arise, in the UK, EU and US.'
'An excellent service providing quick practical advice over the phone or more detailed advice or drafting as necessary.'
Key clients
- SOAS – Influencing the Corridors of Power Project
- The Times Newspapers
- Oxfam
Work highlights
Continued to provide briefings to SOAS, University of London, in relation to its ambitious ICOP (Influencing the Corridors of Power) project, and provided briefings for MPs and Peers on the Data Protection and Digital Information Bill and the Data (Use and Access) Bill.
Advising Oxfam on several data protection-related matters in connection with its fundraising campaigns.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Eleonor Duhs
Other key lawyers
Rayhaan Vankalwala