Data Protection & Information Law - UK-wide
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 excels in its deep understanding of complex legal issues and taking the time and effort to properly understand how our business operates."
"DWF offers pragmatism and detailed knowledge of the industry."
"DWF has experience of engagement with regulators across different sectors and jurisdictions. They provide a practical response in the face of issues."
"They are quick to pick up and understand complex business structures and issues."
"The DWF team is capable of quickly grasping matters due to their deep understanding of our industry."
Work Highlights
DWF provided advice to a global fintech companyon the data protection risks and recommendations for the proposed global roll-out of facial recognition technology for physical access control.
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 is highly practical." "Stewart is thoughtful and has deep knowledge of the subject matter. He is very client-focused. He is always coming up with fresh ideas about what he can offer to clients and finds value adds."
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 always very responsive to issues, presents complex matters simply and gets to the heart of the issue." "James is a very strong lawyer."
Tughan Thuraisingam of DWF is recommended for his expertise in various data protection matters, such as compliance, risk assessments and enforcement issues. "It's always a pleasure to work and collaborate with Tughan. I very much trust his advice and attentiveness in the support he provides." "Tughan is very good."
