Data Protection
UK Bar Guide 2025 : London (Bar)
Band 4
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(020) 7242 4986Chambers Review
Cornerstone Barristers comes highly recommended for its work in data protection law. The lawyers act in novel data protection cases, often as a result of data breaches or ransomware attacks, or those involving the Freedom of Information Act. Barristers are called upon to act for the full gamut of government organisations, individuals and companies. Notable work includes Maurizi v ICO and CPS, a freedom of information case related to Julian Assange's extradition. One source comments: "The barristers are very articulate, patient and have a great ability to communicate a range of complex data protection requirements and obligations clearly."
Elliot Langdorf is the senior clerk.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The clerks are very helpful and responsive."
"The clerks are always very responsive."
"The clerks are very good. They are reliable and always ready to help."
"The clerks are very helpful and responsive."
"The clerks are always very responsive."
"The clerks are very good. They are reliable and always ready to help."
Notable Practitioners
Philip Coppel KC draws upon valuable previous experience as a solicitor and as A Panel counsel, as well as an extensive oeuvre of authoritative writing on the subject. He has an impressive track record of representing an array of clients, ranging from businesses and private individuals to public authorities, in high-profile cases.
Estelle Dehon KC is particularly recognised for her work relating to the Freedom of Information Act. Her cases tend to have public law and human rights elements to them, and she acts both for government bodies and for claimants.
"Estelle's advice is of the highest quality. Her advocacy is exceptionally clear and thorough. Her extensive knowledge and experience in this field shines throughout our work."
Ruchi Parekh's clients engage her in a range of data protection and freedom of information cases. She is a strong choice for public bodies and government organisations.
"Ruchi is really good. She is very effective, very sensible, and clever in her written work. She presents above her level of call."
John Fitzsimons is instructed by local authorities in complex cases brought under the Freedom of Information Act where he advises on both requests and appeals.
"John is hard-working, responsive, and provides clear and pragmatic advice throughout on both law and procedure. John inspires confidence in the client and the whole case team."
"He is very approachable and understands the area extremely well. He works well with clients and delivers excellent results. He is also very good on his feet."
"He is lovely. John is very tactical in his approach. He is very impressive."
Sam Fowles is recommended for his expertise in information law matters. He represents both claimants and defendants in the Upper Tribunal in complex freedom of information appeals and requests.
"He is great."
"Sam goes over and above what he is required to do."
"He lives and breathes his cases; he is so enthusiastic."