The data protection and privacy team at MinterEllisonRuddWatts demonstrates a broad and deep knowledge of privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity issues. The group is regularly involved in mitigating risks from major data breaches, drafting privacy policies, and advising on data sharing agreements. Richard Wells spearheads the practice, with significant expertise in all areas of privacy and data protection law. Furthermore, June Hardacre advises both public and private sector clients on employee privacy matters, as well as demonstrating expertise in contentious Privacy Act matters. Suzy McMillan brings a wealth of experience representing clients in the technology, media, health, and pharmaceutical sectors in both privacy law and wider technology matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘I primarily worked with Richard Wells of Auckland. Richard quickly understood the issues, but was able to bring in subject-matter experts such Suzy McMillan to research and advise.'
- ‘Richard Wells and Suzy McMillan provided commercial and practical advice. Their support was invaluable, particularly at a time when the business was under a great deal of stress. The advice given was measured, calm and excellent.’
Key clients
- MediaWorks Holdings Limited
- Callaghan Innovation
- Bupa Care Services Limited
- Precinct Properties Limited
- Westpac New Zealand
- Mighty Ape Limited
- The New York Times
- Generate Investment Management Limited
Work highlights
Acted for Mediaworks in responding to one of New Zealand’s largest data breaches, affecting around 400,000 individuals.
Acted for Westpac in updating its API Template Agreements to meet the API Centre’s Minimum Open Banking Implementation Plan.
Acted for Entain in responding to a personal information request under IPP 6 of the Privacy Act 2020.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
June Hardacre
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Suzy McMillan
Practice head
Richard Wells
Other key lawyers
June Hardacre; Suzy McMillan