Combining tech and commercial law know-how, Cooley (UK) LLP is a key choice for data protection matters involving emerging tech and applicable regulations, with standout experience in AI, fintech, and edtech. The team is led by Guadalupe Sampedro, who leverages expertise in both privacy compliance and cybersecurity. Noteworthy contributors include Ann Bevitt, an adept advisor on GDPR issues, and Morgan McCormack, a certified privacy professional.
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Testimonials
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- I have worked with Ann Bevitt with respect to privacy and GDPR, and she has been excellent to work with. Ann has excellent communication skills, provides realistic feedback, and understands my industry (biotech) very well.
- Ann Bevitt is very knowledgeable about GDPR, the evolution of requirements, and combines those skills with knowledge of the biotech industry very well.
- The team’s strong technical expertise and commercial awareness in handling complex matters.
- It is a multidisciplinary team that supports clients across the full lifecycle of data-related risk—from compliance design and product development through to breach response, regulatory investigations, and complex disputes. What differentiates the practice is its deep alignment with innovative and high-growth technology sectors, where lawyers not only apply existing law but actively help shape how data protection frameworks evolve in response to emerging technologies such as digital platforms, IoT, and new business models.
- Cooley's cyber/data/privacy practice delivers fully integrated advisory, regulatory, litigation, and incident response support across the US, Europe, and Asia — a combination few firms can match. Leading the London practice, partner Guadalupe Sampedro is a standout talent who brings deep in-house and private practice expertise, giving clients an unparalleled perspective. Admitted in both the UK and Spain, she has been invaluable in navigating complex data protection, GDPR, and AI regulatory challenges across Europe. Guadalupe is widely regarded as one of the best in the market — a trusted adviser who brings deep regulator relationships and genuinely practical guidance to every matter.
Key clients
- eBay, Inc
- Colt Technology Services
Work highlights
Advising eBay on a wide range of data protection matters relevant to its payments business globally.
Supporting Colt’s ongoing privacy matters globally.
Practice head
Guadalupe Sampedro
Other key lawyers
Ann Bevitt; Morgan McCormack