Data Protection & Information Law
UK Guide 2025 : UK-wide
Band 4
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Farrer & Co's experienced team of information law experts handles data protection matters for a range of clients, including compliance projects for the transfer of data domestically and within the EU. It is particularly active in sports, media, higher education and the third sector, and its expertise includes advising public authorities on ICO proceedings and handling data protection issues arising from child safeguarding matters. The team is also noted for cybersecurity and data subject access request matters.
Strengths
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"Farrer & Co is very good at providing a combination of rigorous analysis of the issues as well as pragmatic, practical advice. They are very easy to deal with. They are responsive and efficient."
"Their knowledge of data protection legislation is second to none. We value their advice on difficult matters and complex situations."
"Farrer's lawyers provide strategic solutions tailored to your specific business needs. Their expertise is matched by a personalised approach, ensuring a deep understanding of your unique context."
"Farrer has an expansive stance when supporting clients in data security and privacy."
"They never sit on the fence – they do not shy away from giving their view. They are the best technical lawyers I have ever worked with and are also incredibly commercial and pragmatic."
"Farrer & Co is very good at providing a combination of rigorous analysis of the issues as well as pragmatic, practical advice. They are very easy to deal with. They are responsive and efficient."
"Their knowledge of data protection legislation is second to none. We value their advice on difficult matters and complex situations."
"Farrer's lawyers provide strategic solutions tailored to your specific business needs. Their expertise is matched by a personalised approach, ensuring a deep understanding of your unique context."
"Farrer has an expansive stance when supporting clients in data security and privacy."
"They never sit on the fence – they do not shy away from giving their view. They are the best technical lawyers I have ever worked with and are also incredibly commercial and pragmatic."
Notable Practitioners
Clients turn to Ian De Freitas for his advice on PECR and GDPR. His broad privacy practice also sees him support clients with freedom of information requests and other rights relating to the use of data.
"Ian is always responsive and collaborative in his approach."
"Ian is a deeply experienced data privacy practitioner who combines his natural passion for and talent in his discipline with a calm and authoritative manner that inspires confidence from the start."
"Ian provides very valuable oversight and input."
Owen O'Rorke is proficient in both contentious and non-contentious data protection matters and can advise on issues such as GDPR compliance, enforcement and breach responses.
"Owen's strategic insights and deep understanding of data protection law have been invaluable as we navigate increasingly complex regulations."
"Owen has exceptional technical knowledge. He understands our business and can anticipate what concerns we may have."
"Owen is outstanding."
Alan Baker is recognised for his non-contentious data protection practice. He advises clients on a variety of matters, such as data processing, governance and cybersecurity.
"Alan has an exceptional knowledge of our business which he uses to provide sensible and tailored advice."
"Alan's ability to translate legal complexities into actionable guidance for our team is outstanding."
"He always gives a view and he is able to cut through complex and sensitive matters in an extremely efficient manner. Alan is a joy to work with and is a trusted adviser."
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