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McCarthy Tétrault LLP

Privacy & Data Protection

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Combining a national presence and cross-practice approach across industries, McCarthy Tétrault’s Cyber/Data Group offers a 360° view of data and cyber strategy to deliver legal and business solutions that mitigate risks and unlock value-generating potential.


With immense experience in privacy, data protection and cybersecurity and a track record in advising key sectors on critical issues in novel and complex areas of law, we help you navigate the privacy and data landscape to leverage the value of data, develop responsible AI practices, protect your organization’s assets and cement clients’ digital trust. We have acted in ground-breaking privacy class actions over many years and have helped clients navigate the largest data breaches in Canadian history. Our integrated multi-disciplinary team are regularly asked to lead eminent associations, such as the iTech Law Association, contribute to publications, including Responsible AI: A Global Policy Framework and Global Privacy and Security Law, and speak at global privacy and data conferences.

Selected Services

  • Cyber breach response and cyber readiness
  • Privacy and data protection compliance programs
  • Regulatory investigations and complaints
  • Data trusts, data sharing and data licensing agreements
  • Identity management
  • Responsible AI
  • Information governance
  • Protection of data litigation
  • Cyber insurance advising
  • Anti-spam compliance

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Privacy & Data Protection - Nationwide - Canada

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
McCarthy Tétrault's privacy practice advises several well-known Canadian and international clients on a variety of issues within this space. The firm is highly experienced in acting as defence counsel in privacy-related class actions and is also regularly called upon to advise on matters arising from cybersecurity breaches. Outside the contentious sphere, McCarthy is also well versed in negotiating master data sharing agreements as well as providing guidance on issues of privacy legislation.
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Strengths

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  • The team looks at scenarios not only from a privacy perspective but a litigation one which is appreciated.

    Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

  • The team we work with has deep and broad knowledge of their subject matter areas and is able to creatively apply that knowledge to develop pragmatic legal solutions.

    Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

  • The team always delivers an excellent product and is willing and able to quickly pivot as required.

    Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

  • McCarthy's team does an excellent job handling our complex and sophisticated issues and the team always provides smart, tailored solutions.

    Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

  • Not only were their responses quick and fulsome, McCarthy Tétrault anticipated the services our firm required.

    Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

Notable Practitioners

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  • Charles S Morgan
    Charles S Morgan

    Charles S Morgan

    Montréal-based Charles Morgan has a broad practice which sees him assist clients with a variety of technology and telecoms transactions in addition to advising on related data and privacy concerns.

    • His depth of expertise and business-oriented approach allows him to provide unique, pragmatic legal solutions to complex issues.

      Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada
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  • Daniel Glover
    Daniel Glover

    Daniel Glover

    Toronto-based partner Daniel Glover co-leads the firm's cyber/data practice group. He has a strong track record of advising clients on privacy regulations and data breaches.

    • He is an all-around expert on everything privacy and data protection. There is no one you want more to help navigate a crisis.

      Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

    • Daniel is a fully-trusted advisor and a one-stop shop.

      Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

    • Dan consistently delivers practical, actionable advice even under tight deadlines.

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  • Jade Buchanan
    Jade Buchanan

    Jade Buchanan

    Jade Buchanan advises public and private sector clients on privacy and data security issues, including incident response. He is based in the firm's Vancouver office.

    • It is always a pleasure to work with Jade.

      Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

    • He is willing to solve problems in many ways as well as approaching ways to solve things with a pragmatic lens.

      Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada
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  • Eugen Miscoi
    Eugen Miscoi

    Eugen Miscoi

    Eugen Miscoi is a Montréal-based associate who is adept at advising clients on privacy compliance and cybersecurity incidents.

    • Eugen is our go-to privacy lawyer for Quebec matters. He is super responsive, helpful and knowledgeable.

      Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

    • Eugen is a pleasure to work with. He's very knowledgeable and straight forward with the advice he's providing.

      Privacy & Data Protection respondentCanada

    • His skills and knowledge allows him to provide clear, pragmatic guidance on challenging issues in an efficient manner.

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  • Jonathan Adessky
    Jonathan Adessky

    Jonathan Adessky

    Montréal-based Jonathan Adessky is recognised for his experience assisting clients with privacy compliance programmes.

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