The data protection, privacy and information security team at Baker McKenzie is recommended by clients as ‘terrific to work with’ and is highly regarded for its ability to ‘provide risk-thoughtful advice’. Vinod Bange helms the group, closely supported by Julia Wilson, who specialises in mandates straddling the employment and data spheres, and ‘subject matter expert’ John McGovern. AI and other emerging technologies have been keeping the practice busy of late, as have cybersecurity incidents. On the contentious side, ICO investigations are a regular source of work.
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Testimonials
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- 'I have worked closely with John McGovern over the past year. His areas of coverage relate to some of the most legally complex and high profile UK/EU privacy and regulatory challenges currently being considered by market leaders. Advising in this area necessitates the application of GDPR to cutting edge technology combined with a requirement to be highly skilled in detailed advice. John is a subject matter expert at this.'
- 'John McGovern has been indispensable to my company over the past year. When brought onto a new matter, he quickly reads in to understand our technology, products and processes in order to be able to understand the issues and advise the business effectively.'
- 'John McGovern is efficient, pragmatic and superbly responsive. His extensive knowledge and expertise in his field, coupled with his collaborative nature, make him a joy to work with.'
- 'The Baker McKenzie team is terrific to work with. They are able to provide risk-thoughtful advice and they are open to opposite and constructive discussion as well. While the partners are high-level thinkers, the associates are also excellent with great ideas, and communication and writing skills. I am very impressed with the team.'
- 'What stands out is their overall ability to understand what we (the client) are trying to achieve; their understanding of the UK data laws; the ability to find risk-thoughtful solutions to resolve matters; and their communication and writing skills. They are also very personable and I enjoy working with them.'
Lawyers
Practice head
Vinod Bange
Other key lawyers
Julia Wilson; John McGovern; Helen Davenport