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DAC Beachcroft LLP

Data Protection & Information Law

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DAC Beachcroft LLP

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Data Protection & Information Law - UK-wide

Band 5

What the Team is Known For
DAC Beachcroft has a respected data protection practice with strength in contentious and non-contentious cases. The team's expertise includes handling ICO investigations and liaising with other regulatory bodies, and it is well regarded for its ability to advise clients across the insurance market.
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Work Highlights

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  • DAC Beachcroft advising UCU in relation to a ransomware attack that occurred towards the end of 2024.

Strengths

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  • The lawyers are able to distil complex matters into understandable actions and requirements.

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  • DAC Beachcroft has superb industry insight combined with practical, clear advice. Their deliverables are very high quality.

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  • The team is very responsive. The lawyers are available at short notice and offer pragmatic solutions.

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  • DAC Beachcroft are knowledgeable, responsive and very professional. Their guidance is detailed, clear and contains practical insights.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Hans Allnutt
    Hans Allnutt

    Hans Allnutt

    Head of DAC Beachcroft's cyber risk practice, Hans Allnutt focuses on contentious data cases. His grasp of data breaches makes him a strong choice for clients seeking representation for breach response, including for matters under investigation by the ICO.
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  • Jade Kowalski
    Jade Kowalski

    Jade Kowalski

    Jade Kowalski leads non-contentious and strategic data protection matters for clients primarily in the insurance industry.

    • Jade provides detailed and clear guidance with practical insights. She is knowledgeable, responsive and very professional.

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  • Peter Given
    Peter Given

    Peter Given

    Peter Given helps clients with the full range of their data protection requirements. He has experience in dealing with the ICO, most notably in relation to data breaches.

    • Peter is very easy to work with. He grasps instructions quickly, takes initiative, loops us in appropriately without us having to chase him and provides advice in a timely manner.

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    • Peter is excellent at providing guidance.

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