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Data Protection - London (Bar)

3
Band 3

What the Team is Known For

5RB's barristers are capable of handling a range of complex cases brought under the Data Protection Act. The team offers substantial expertise in matters arising out of mass data breaches and also has experience advising on freedom of information requests. It is perhaps the strongest set in the market for claims brought against the media under both data protection and defamation or privacy law, as demonstrated by recent instructions in cases such as TikTok v Information Commissioner. The barristers' varied client base encompasses media organisations, leading technology companies and high-profile individuals. A commentator highlights: "5RB has genuine expertise."

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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1
Jonathan Scherbel-Ball
1
Band 1

Jonathan Scherbel-Ball's practice runs the gamut of data protection and information law functions, from representation in disputes to regulatory guidance. He acts for public bodies, broadcasters and others in data processing claims and challenges to the activities of journalists brought under the DPA.

He is just absolutely fantastic. Jonathan is totally on top of everything. His work-rate is phenomenal.

He is a go-to barrister.

He is a very astute practitioner and great on gnarly issues. He is responsive, very client-friendly, and is great to work with.

2
Aidan Eardley
2
Band 2

Aidan Eardley KC is adept at representing clients ranging from public authorities and government departments to large corporations and data controllers, in information law matters at every level of the courts. He demonstrates a particular flair for cases arising in the media sector, in which he acts for both claimants and defendants.

Aidan knows exactly how judges think. He is very technical, and his knowledge of the law is second to none. His advice is commercial and reasonable. He has a strategic eye on how to run cases.

He is excellent.

2
Clara Hamer
2
Band 2

Clara Hamer cultivates a strong practice across the spectrum of information law, data protection, media and defamation matters, with a client base comprising high-profile publishers and broadcasters, as well as public sector entities. She brings to bear a valuable affinity for transatlantic and US-based media and information law cases.

Clara is incredibly thorough and extremely bright. She is prepared to fight for you and your corner.

She is very good.

3
Adam Speker
3
Band 3

Adam Speker KC has noteworthy experience acting in data breach injunctions and misuse of private information cases.

Adam is the smoothest advocate. He is clear, robust, and is easy to deal with.

He is great.

3
Ben Hamer
3
Band 3

Ben Hamer is noted for his work in GDPR breach and misuse of private information claims, including before the High Court and Court of Appeal.

His written work is very clear and concise. Ben makes really good points, plus he has fantastic legal knowledge.

Ben is extremely accessible and responsive. He is excellent on procedural points as well and puts the client in the best position possible.

He is extremely bright and knowledgeable.

3
Greg Callus
3
Band 3

Greg Callus is a highly regarded barrister who has prior experience of having acted both in-house and as a judicial assistant. His broad practice encompasses topical data protection and privacy concerns such as the right to be forgotten, and sees him advising at every stage from pre-action advice to claims, defences and counterclaims under the DPA. Callus acts for both claimants and defendants, and he counts a number of media broadcasters and publishing houses among his clients.

Greg is brilliant. He has an encyclopaedic mind about everything. He is so clever.

Jacob Dean
New Silks

Jacob Dean KC is highly adept at representing either side in Data Protection Act breach of statutory duty cases involving public authorities, and in multi-jurisdictional litigation. His wider experience encompasses the full suite of data protection claims, as well as associated privacy, harassment and defamation issues.

He is brilliant.

Ranked Barristers at
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Silks (KC)

London (Bar)

Data Protection

2
Aidan Eardley KC
2
Band 2
3
Adam Speker KC
3
Band 3
Jacob Dean KC
New Silks

Juniors

London (Bar)

Data Protection

1
Jonathan Scherbel-Ball
1
Band 1
2
Clara Hamer
2
Band 2
3
Ben Hamer
3
Band 3
3
Greg Callus
3
Band 3