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Data Protection & Information Law - UK-wide

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Band 4

What the Team is Known For

DWF's well-regarded team focuses on representing clients in non-contentious and contentious data protection matters. The team is sought after by clients from a range of sectors for advice concerning cybersecurity and data investigations and has expertise in GDPR compliance and risk management.

Strengths

DWF has an excellent understanding of UK and EU data protection law.

The team at DWF stands out for its high-quality and deep expertise in UK data privacy law and responsiveness. The advice is clear, practical, and tailored to complex regulatory environments.

DWF possess an impressively deep understanding of technology as well as the legal landscape.

They take the time to gain an intimate understanding of our business and use their commercial awareness to give us great advice and service.

They are always available; there is always somebody on hand to offer advice no matter how last-minute. Their advice is always practical, easy to understand and implement.

Work Highlights

DWF acted for a global software services provider in relation to a number of issues and breaches, including a cyber-attack.

Notable practitioners

Stewart Room brings a wealth of data protection and cybersecurity experience to his caseload. He is highly regarded for his advice on all aspects of GDPR, including data investigations and contentious cases.
 

Stewart goes above and beyond. He has an incredible depth of knowledge and expertise. He always looks to add value wherever he can and offers innovative, collaborative solutions to complex matters.

 

Stewart's legal thinking is exquisite, demonstrating not only deep expertise in privacy, but also a sophisticated understanding of how it intersects with other areas of law.

 

He has a deep and longstanding subject matter expertise, combined with a very flexible and imaginative approach to client service. He is a real thought leader.

Data protection and cybersecurity head at DWF, James Drury-Smith assists clients with non-contentious data cases. He is sought after by businesses seeking advice on GDPR compliance issues relating to international transfers and risk management.
 

James is responsive, collaborative and provides easy-to-understand advice, which helps us make informed decisions in various privacy related areas.

 

James is a trusted and reliable partner, who provides clear, well-informed and practical advice.

 

James gives great legal advice. He is commercially aware, personable and friendly.

Tughan Thuraisingam is recommended for his expertise in various data protection matters, such as regulatory compliance, risk assessments and enforcement issues.

 

Tughan is a trusted and reliable partner, providing clear, well-informed and practical advice. He's also very easy to work with.

 

His knowledge and expertise are always shared in an accessible, practical manner and he really takes the time to understand what we need and what is most important to us.

 

Tughan is very responsive and able to distil complex issues into practical advice.

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