Sidley Austin LLP maintains an active presence in the financial services and life sciences sectors, under the supervision of William Long. The practice frequently advises on GDPR compliance, data privacy impact assessments, and regulatory changes. Long is noted for his capabilities in the creation of privacy policies and artificial intelligence governance programs, while Francesca Blythe is building a strong track record in cross-jurisdictional regulatory compliance, particularly in the pharma industry.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Sidley Austin LLP’s data protection, privacy, and cybersecurity practice provides expert guidance in navigating regulatory environments across the EU and USA. Their knowledge of pharmacovigilance and safety regulations has been key to keeping our organization compliant while supporting our business objectives.'

  • 'They take a practical approach, offering solutions tailored to our needs, and work closely with us to ensure smooth operations.'

  • 'The professionals at Sidley Austin LLP bring strong expertise and responsiveness to our collaboration.'

  • 'Francesca Blythe possesses exceptional expertise in data protection and cybersecurity. Her innovative problem-solving techniques help her to deliver unique solutions to complex challenges.'

  • 'Francesca Blythe has expert data protection knowledge, which she applies to my instructions in lightning-fast time.'

  • 'It is always a pleasure instructing Francesca Blythe, as I know she will understand exactly what I am asking for.'

Key clients

  • Accelerant
  • ReCode
  • Northwood
  • Fleming
  • Arcus Biosciences
  • Merit Beauty
  • Pliant Therapeutics
  • International Paper
  • Alnylam

Practice head

William Long

Other key lawyers

Francesca Blythe; Eleanor Dodding