Home to an experienced data protection team, Shoosmiths LLP provides comprehensive data privacy and compliance services, ranging from governance and regulatory advice to cybersecurity incident response and mitigation. The practice is headed by Sherif Malak, well-versed in the full variety of privacy and cyber matters, especially the data protection implications of corporate transactions and crisis response strategies. Key contributors also include Kate Brimsted , noted for her work as a data protection officer; Nick Holland, a cybersecurity expert; Leeds-based Christian Cockcroft, skilled in complex regulatory matters; and Adam Fox, a specialist advisor on emerging tech issues, particularly AI. Hamish Corner left the firm in September 2025.
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Testimonials
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- Knowledgeable, commercial, and pragmatic.
- Adam Fox is exceptional.
- They have an excellent ability to advise on global privacy matters.
- Nick Holland and Hannah Ruby work very well as a team, providing great commercial and pragmatic advice across the globe.
- Adam Fox has been particularly collaborative and responsive throughout our engagement with Shoosmiths. He is extremely helpful in guiding his clients through the process before data upload begins, ensuring expectations, timelines, and practical considerations are clearly understood from the outset. One of the qualities we value most is his ability to provide confidence and reassurance when dealing with more complex situations, such as where an extension to a response timeframe may apply. His advice is always pragmatic, commercially minded, and grounded in operational reality. Adam is also exceptionally responsive and makes himself readily available whenever support is needed, which is greatly appreciated during what can often be time-sensitive and high-pressure matters. His approachable manner, responsiveness, and practical expertise genuinely differentiate him.
- The team at Shoosmiths is wonderful to work with. They are responsive and tailor their communication and delivery to the needs of the client. They have a swift turnaround and are happy to adjust the process to suit the client.
Key clients
- GE Vernova
- Emerson Electric
- Yunex
- Feedzai
- BlackRock
- Panavision
- Accelleron
- Deliveroo
- Lenovo
- Nissan
- VMO2
- McAfee
Work highlights
Advised Estee Lauder on its strategic partnership with Shopify.
Supported Acceleron with EU AI Act, NIS2 and CRA readiness.
Led Deliveroo through a successful digital services regulator engagement.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Sherif Malak
Other key lawyers
Kate Brimsted; Nick Holland; Christian Cockcroft; Adam Fox