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Baker McKenzie

Privacy & Data Security: Privacy

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Baker McKenzie's cybersecurity and data privacy team works with clients to establish a robust framework that allows them to meet business objectives and grow securely – in any target markets. We draw from our experience advising multinationals across sectors and invest the time to understand our client's business inside out. Our global network means you'll always have a local specialist on hand to navigate any regional nuances, giving you the surety to grow your organization securely. 

Our team is made up of leading voices in the cybersecurity and data privacy field, including the former Manhattan District Attorney, as well as the former UK Information Commissioner. We have experts on the ground in markets worldwide ready to offer pragmatic, risk-based advice.

Clients value our unmatched understanding of the global compliance landscape and distinct knowledge of the interplay of privacy/data security issues with consumer protection laws, financial services and health regulations, labor and employment laws and other controls.

Sub practice areas: Advisory, Incident Response & Investigations, and Disputes.

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Privacy & Data Security: Privacy - USA

What the Team is Known For
The Baker McKenzie team continues to provide clients with high-caliber cybersecurity and data protection services both domestically and globally. Singled out for its specific focus on crisis management, performing advisory roles and privacy policy. Known for its excellent handling of privacy matters in the healthcare and financial services industries. Also offers advice on data issues arising during complex transactions and regarded for its international privacy practice, with special strength in cybersecurity.
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Work Highlights

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  • Baker McKenzie represented Salesforce in a range of privacy and security issues regarding their acquisition of a point of sale solution. 

Strengths

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  • They consistently provide the practical and actionable advice we need when faced with an unexpected and potentially high-risk situation. They make highly technical topics simple to navigate.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal

  • I go to them for complicated and important data privacy and their work has been absolutely outstanding.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal

  • Baker McKenzie excel in global data privacy and country-specific regulations, offering precise expertise through a collaborative, team-based approach. They are responsive and client-focused.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal

  • Baker McKenzie offers attorneys with expertise in Privacy, Data Security and AI on a global scale. They provide practical advice to clients without over charging.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal

  • They have a robust global network so we get the assistance we need wherever we operate. I really appreciate that when a new law comes into place they help us stay on top of what's going on.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Brian Hengesbaugh
    Brian Hengesbaugh

    Brian Hengesbaugh

    Brian Hengesbaugh's arsenal of services includes advising on cross-border data privacy and protection, digital media and cybersecurity matters.

    • Brian is very privacy-oriented. He knows the market very well.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal

    • Brian is a really good guy. He's very nice and thoughtful.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal

    • We rely heavily on his guidance for our business needs.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal

    • Brian is fantastic.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal
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  • Lothar Determann
    Lothar Determann

    Lothar Determann

    Lothar Determann is recognized for his keen insight into European privacy legislation affecting USA-based clients. He is also well respected for his work on CCPA counseling.

    • Lothar is a trusted adviser and business partner who is extremely attentive and responsive. He's a good listener and offers recommendations in a straightforward, thoughtful, practical manner.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal

    • Lothar's advice is practical and applicable to business. He is also very responsive.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal

    • He is an expert in data privacy and understands the laws, regulators and marketplace.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal

    • Lothar is very service-oriented. When I need someone he's always there. I also appreciate the fact that he provides pragmatic, actionable advice.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal

    • I have worked on sensitive data privacy matters with Lothar Determann and he takes a pragmatic acknowledgeable approach in all instances.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentGlobal
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  • Cristina Messerschmidt
    Cristina Messerschmidt

    Cristina Messerschmidt

    Cristina Messerschmidt has a burgeoning presence in the space. She has notable experience of assisting organizations in the retail, healthcare and technology sectors with complex privacy issues, such as cross-border data transfers and global privacy compliance.
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