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TMT: Data Protection - Germany

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

The international law firm Bird & Bird stands out for its top-tier telecommunications practice, with further notable capabilities in IT and data protection mandates. The team regularly assists with nationwide 5G rollouts, broadband expansions and product launches, with further expertise in regulatory mandates covering EECC and frequency allocations. Furthermore, the law firm is recommended for its experience in IT procurement, outsourcing and the development of new platforms as well as IT security. Its expertise in data protection ranges from GDPR compliance and data breaches to international data transfers and proceedings. The practice is well positioned to cater to a diverse clientele, which encompasses well-known telecommunications providers, technology companies and car manufacturers, further illustrating its market standing aided by its excellent international network.

Work Highlights

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  • Bird & Bird advised 450connect on contract drafting and negotiations for a greenfield wireless network project and service platform connected to smart grids and smart metering to be used by energy supply companies.

Strengths

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"Bird & Bird has a very good team that is super responsive and provides great client service."

TMT: Data Protection respondent
Europe

"The partner and his team are not only up to date with legal aspects but also so close to tech that they give us actionable advice."

TMT: Data Protection respondent
Europe

"They take the time to understand their client’s mission and values to be able to provide commercially astute advice."

TMT: Data Protection respondent
Europe

"Bird & Bird were extremely adept at handling a high-stakes, fast-moving matter involving complicated issues."

TMT: Data Protection respondent
Europe

"The team are competent, target-oriented and effective; we feel very well represented."

TMT: Data Protection respondent
Europe

Notable Practitioners

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Sven-Erik Heun
1
Sven-Erik Heun
1
Band 1

One of Germany's leading telecommunications lawyers, Sven-Erik Heun advises on EECC, product launches and 5G network rollouts as well as frequency allocations. Clients also benefit from his strength in appeal proceedings, acting for well-known telecommunications providers.

"Sven-Erik Heun is in a class of his own. His breadth and depth of legal expertise are rare and are matched by his ability to skilfully and persuasively conduct negotiations."

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Fabian Niemann
3
Fabian Niemann
3
Band 3

Fabian Niemann is noted for his experience handling a broad range of data protection cases. He regularly assists with GDPR compliance, international data transfers and data breaches as well as with proceedings. He is also active on IT product compliance and distribution law, cloud service agreements, and matters connected with machine learning and AI.

"Fabian Niemann is a real expert and very focused on all things data and privacy."

"Fabian Niemann is a great IT and tech lawyer."

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Henriette Picot
4
Henriette Picot
4
Band 4

Henriette Picot advises German and US companies on IT and outsourcing projects, contract migrations, licensing agreements and contractual disputes.

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TMT: Data Protection
Fabian Niemann
3
Fabian Niemann
3
Band 3
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TMT: Information Technology
Fabian Niemann
4
Fabian Niemann
4
Band 4
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Henriette Picot
4
Henriette Picot
4
Band 4
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TMT: Telecommunications
Sven-Erik Heun
1
Sven-Erik Heun
1
Band 1
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