About

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Data experts across the globe

Our market-leading data practice allows us to support clients globally on cutting-edge data and privacy matters.

We are primarily known for our:

Top ranked and leading data expertise:

  • Top-ranked privacy and data protection practice in all national, European and APAC wide legal directories
  • 25+ years' experience in privacy and data protection
  • A number of our lawyers are former members of data protection authorities such as the DPC in Ireland and the CNIL in France

Global coverage and growth:

  • We have one of the largest data protection practices in Europe and the Asia Pacific, with over 140 specialist lawyers across the globe.
  • Through our Bird & Bird Plus network, we are able to provide full coverage for all clients

Strategic guidance across the full data landscape

  • Our expertise spans all areas where data intersects with technology and regulation, including artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. We regularly advise clients on key legislative frameworks such as the Data Act, the EU Artificial Intelligence Act, Critical Entities Resilience Directive (CER), NIS2 Directive and Digital Operational Resilience Act.

Chambers Review

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Data Protection - Global: Multi-Jurisdictional

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Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Bird & Bird's international data protection practice is highly regarded across major hubs. The law firm has highly skilled teams based in the UK, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. Its practice offers:

• Specialist knowledge of big data, cloud computing, IoT and AI matters.

• Considerable expertise advising on cross-border data transfers, international data breaches and GDPR compliance.

• In-depth knowledge of healthcare, advertising, financial services and tech sectors.

Key contact

Ruth Boardman in London, Ariane Mole in Paris and Jeremy Tan in Singapore co-lead the firm's data protection group.

Strengths

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Members

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Alex Dixie

Ana Rita Painho

Ann Henry

Anna Morgan

Ariana Sohrabi

Ariane Mole

Ariano D'Ottavio

Aya Saito

Balint Halasz

Benjamin Docquir

Berend Van Der Eijk

Debora Stella

Deirdre Kilroy

Emma Drake

Fabian Niemann

Gabriel Voisin

Henriette Picot

Izabela Kowalczuk-Pakula

James Gong

Jan Kuklinca

Jeremy Tan

Joaquin Munoz

Jorg-Alexander Paul

Loren Leung

Michael Gorm Madsen

Nick O'Connell

Ruth Boardman

Tobias Brautigam

Vincent Rezzouk-Hammachi

Wilfred Ng

Wilfred Steenbruggen

Willy Mikalef

Industries

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Automotive

Aviation & Aerospace

Defence & Security

Energy & Utilities

Entertainment & Sport

Financial Services

Life Sciences & Healthcare

Media

Retail & Consumer

Technology & Communications