PROTECTING DATA. ENABLING TRUST.

Data Privacy & Protection

In a data-driven economy, privacy is both a legal obligation and a strategic advantage.

Our data privacy practice helps organisations navigate complex regulatory requirements, manage risk, and build trusted relationships with customers, employees, and partners.

We deliver clear, practical advice across the full data lifecycle—from collection and use to transfer, retention, and deletion—ensuring compliance while supporting innovation and growth.

SPEAK TO OUR TEAM OUR EXPERTISE

OUR EXPERTISE

Six specialist areas in Data Privacy & Protection

01

Privacy Compliance & Advisory

We provide comprehensive advice on global data protection laws and frameworks, including:

  • UK GDPR, EU GDPR, and Data Protection Act compliance
  • International privacy regimes (e.g. CCPA/CPRA and other global frameworks)
  • Privacy programmes, policies, and governance structures
  • Data mapping and records of processing activities (ROPA)
02

Risk Assessments & Accountability

We help organisations identify, assess, and manage privacy risks:

  • Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
  • Legitimate interests assessments (LIAs)
  • Data audits and gap analysis
  • Privacy by design and default implementation
03

International Data Transfers

Cross-border data flows are under increasing scrutiny. We advise on lawful and practical transfer mechanisms:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and UK IDTAs
  • Transfer risk assessments (TRAs)
  • Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs)
  • Data localisation and sovereignty considerations
04

Incident Response & Regulatory Engagement

When data breaches occur, rapid and effective response is critical:

  • Breach assessment, containment, and notification strategy
  • Engagement with regulators, including the ICO
  • Internal investigations and remediation plans
  • Crisis management and reputational risk mitigation
05

Commercial Contracts & Data Sharing

We support the negotiation and structuring of data-related agreements:

  • Data processing agreements and controller–processor arrangements
  • Data sharing and joint controller agreements
  • Vendor due diligence and risk allocation
  • Outsourcing and cloud services contracts
06

Employee & Workplace Privacy

Modern workplaces present unique privacy challenges:

  • Employee monitoring and HR data processing
  • Workplace policies and internal investigations
  • Whistleblowing and surveillance considerations
  • Managing sensitive and special category data

SECTOR EXPERTISE

Sector-Expertise Insight

We advise clients across a wide range of industries, including:

Financial Services & Fintech

Technology and digital platforms

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Retail, e-commerce, and marketing

Public Sector & Regulated Industries

WHY CHOOSE US

What sets our practice apart

Pragmatic Advice

Business-focused guidance that balances compliance with operational realities

Regulatory Insight

Deep understanding of regulatory expectations and enforcement trends

Technical Understanding

Familiarity with data ecosystems, cloud infrastructure, and emerging technologies

End-to-End Support

From programme design to incident response and regulatory engagement

BUILDING PRIVACY FIRST

Building a Privacy-First Organisation

We partner with clients to embed privacy into their culture, systems, and decision-making. Whether you are establishing a new compliance framework or enhancing an existing programme, we help you move beyond compliance—towards sustainable, trusted data use.

Get in touch to discuss how our Data Privacy & Protection practice can support your organisation.

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