Department profile
Burness Paull

Data Protection & Information Law

UK Guide 2026 : Scotland


Burness Paull

Rankings

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Data Protection & Information Law - Scotland

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Burness Paull serves an impressive UK and international roster of clients from its Scottish base. The team's data protection expertise spans the retail, financial services and technology sectors. It demonstrates a strong command of information rights, with expertise including the Freedom of Information Act and environmental information regulations.

Work Highlights

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  • Burness Paull advised Highland Spring in respect of responding to contentious data subject access requests and the disclosure of CCTV footage.

Strengths

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  • Their advice is clear, concise and digestible.

    Data Protection & Information Law respondentUK
  • Burness Paull's client service is excellent, and it is always a pleasure working with them.

    Data Protection & Information Law respondentUK
  • What makes the firm stand out is their understanding of the law, but also their excellent understanding of the context in which we work.

    Data Protection & Information Law respondentUK
  • The team is very knowledgeable on the subject matter, and offer a high-level of client care.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2David Goodbrand
    Band 2David Goodbrand

    David Goodbrand

    David Goodbrand leads the firm's data protection practice and advises on data-driven commercial deals, data governance and cybersecurity projects.
    • David offers a very high level of client service. He is commercial and pragmatic in his approach to legal matters.

      Data Protection & Information Law respondentUK
    • David is fantastic to work with and provides a stellar service.

      Data Protection & Information Law respondentUK
  • Band 3Hazel Moffat
    Band 3Hazel Moffat

    Hazel Moffat

    Hazel Moffat is head of Burness Paull's cyber practice. She advises clients on how to respond to major ransomware attacks and data breaches by guiding them through their engagement with regulators and notification requirements.

    • Hazel's excellent understanding of the context we work in allows her to provide insightful and high-quality advice.

      Data Protection & Information Law respondentUK
    • She is exceptionally good.

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Ranked Individuals at Burness Paull (2)

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