Data Protection

Antony White KC is regularly involved in the most high-profile issues of data protection legislation, with a particular affinity for questions relating to internet intermediaries and journalistic exemption. His impressive client base includes a number of leading technology companies grappling with 'right to be forgotten' and adtech data regulation concerns.

"He is a go-to expert on data privacy. His judgement is always spot-on."

"Antony is incredibly accessible and client friendly. He is super smart and clients love working with him."

"He is the doyen of data protection. He is the leader in the market and is a pleasure to work with."

Catrin Evans KC is often seen taking a leading role in the definitive cases of the data protection domain, acting for renowned media corporations, online and social media businesses and individual claimants.

"Catrin is brilliant."

"She is very thorough."

Edward Craven is involved in highly publicised data protection cases, including the first case under the Data Protection Act 2018 to reach the Supreme Court. He represents both individuals and corporations and has notable experience in media and technology-based claims.

"It is truly pleasant to work with Edward. He is smart, dedicated and incredibly kind."

"He is an absolute star and one of the top juniors."

Hugh Tomlinson KC lays claim to an impressive history of data protection disputes involving leading online service providers, and advisory work spanning the UK, the USA and Europe. He is well versed in a comprehensive array of reporting restrictions, privacy and defamation functions, with substantial influence in the shaping of key legislation.

"Hugh is very thoughtful about taking cases forward. His planning behind the scenes is immense and brilliantly strategic."

"Hugh is one of the best in the area."

Ben Silverstone cultivates a broad practice across several areas, typically handling everything from media, defamation and privacy to data protection, public law and breach of confidence claims. He commands experience as Attorney General's panel counsel, and as an author on subjects such as freedom of expression.

"Ben is incredibly organised and has excellent attention to detail."

"Ben can always be relied on to provide expert and carefully calibrated advice on complex and sensitive cases. He is helpful and pleasant to work with."

Ian Helme counsels a client base of high net worth individuals and international corporations on issues ranging from GDPR compliance to data breaches and the right to be forgotten. He demonstrates a critical affinity for crossover matters which combine elements of freedom of speech, data and privacy law.

"Ian Helme is very knowledgable about different kinds of data."

Sara Mansoori KC boasts a highly regarded Data Protection practice which frequently see her in the representing both claimants and defendants, including in the High Court. She is known for her work involving due diligence databases and subject access requests.

"Sara is a fantastic advocate who is very measured and always on top of her work."

"Sara is excellent and always well equipped to handle complex and novel data protection work."

"Sara has complete expertise in the area of data protection law."

Aidan Wills is noted for his expertise in data protection matters. He has recent experience acting against companies and public bodies such as the police in complex cases concerning data processing and misuse of private information.

"Aidan is a real star when it comes to emerging tech. I trust him when it comes to unique and novel challenges. He is one of our main choices when it comes to complex areas."

Lorna Skinner KC is highly skilled in representing and advising clients on data protection and freedom of information concerns in the wider context of information and media law at large, with a particular flair for GDPR counsel and High Court litigation. Her clients include social networks, trade unions and education institutions, among others.

"Lorna is spot-on and very knowledgeable."

Tim James-Matthews operates a busy data protection practice in which he represents individuals and large corporations in large data breach claims.

"Tim is very clever and is an excellent barrister."

"Tim is very bright. He is impressive."