Simpson Grierson is skilled at cybersecurity litigation, data privacy, privacy act reviews, and regulatory compliance. In Auckland, Karen Ngan often handles data governance, technology developments, and telecommunications projects. Jania Baigent is experienced in data, defamation, and privacy disputes.
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Key clients
- Alcon Laboratories
- ASB
- BP
- Amazon Web Services
- Chanel
- Dominos
- Eisai Europe Limited
- Fonterra
- Footlocker
- Grizzly Software
- Heritage Lifecare
- IQVIA
- Livestock Improvement Corporation
- Mastercard
- Metservice
- Ministry of Justice
- Motor Trade Association and Australasian Automotive Business Solutions Limited
- MUFG Limited
- New Zealand Rugby
Work highlights
Acted for the Motor Trade Association and Australasian Automotive Business Solutions Limited in obtaining urgent injunctive relief against use of confidential client data stolen in a cyber-attack and blackmail attempt by offshore hackers.
Represented Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand (TWO) in urgent proceedings responding to a data breach concerning sensitive, personal, and confidential health information.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Karen Ngan; Jania Baigent
Other key lawyers
Anita Birkinshaw; Michelle Dunlop