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Data privacy and data protection

‘Always ahead of the curve’, VISCHER advises on data management, privacy compliance and regulatory obligations. The department is headed by David Rosenthal, a ’luminary’ in data protection, technology and AI law, including GDPR, AI compliance, cloud and IT contracts and cross-border data transfers. The practice benefits from the expertise of Rolf Auf Der Maur, who counsels multinationals on digital, licensing and regulatory matters, and Samira Studer, who focuses on cross-border projects, cloud migrations and regulatory governance. David Koelliker specialises in data protection and privacy law, with a strong emphasis on technology and legaltech.
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Testimonials

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  • 'The team is characterised by above-average know-how, accessibility and client orientation.' \n'David Rosenthal is a luminary. Thanks to his training as an IT software developer, he's familiar with all facets of the field.' \n'Vischer is a law firm that shows a great understanding of clients’ needs and offers practical advice. The team gives so much value to their clients and understands their business needs.' \n'David Rosenthal understands the clients’ needs, listens and provides practical solutions. He comes up with unique ideas.' \n'The data privacy team at VISCHER is among the most prolific and well-known data privacy teams in Switzerland. For all matters privacy and digital regulation, VISCHER is the go-to stop.' \n'David Rosenthal is the superstar among privacy lawyers in Switzerland. Rolf Auf der Maur is very well-connected and has an excellent business understanding.' \n'David Rosenthal's team is one of the best in Europe. Always ahead of the curve, lovers of legaltech. Their advice is precise and practical.' \n'David Rosenthal is an undisputed leader in data protection and related fields. He is well connected with stakeholders and authorities, develops compliance tools beyond legal advice and manages a team of talented individuals.'

Key clients

  • ETH AI Center
  • Google
  • Netflix
  • SIX Group
  • Swisscom
  • Raiffeisen
  • Migros Bank
  • Implenia
  • Allianz
  • Ringier
  • OneLog
  • Sauter

Work highlights

Advised several financial and public institutions on cloud computing matters, including dealing with the risks to their sensitive data, and represented them vis-à-vis Microsoft, Google, AWS, Salesforce, Oracle and others.
Advised OneLog regarding its October 2024 data breach.

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Samira Studer
Samira Studer
Practice head

David Rosenthal

Other key lawyers

Rolf Auf der Maur; Samira Studer; David Koelliker; Christian Wyss; Jonas Baeriswyl; Sarah Bischof; Lucian Hunger