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Ramón y Cajal Abogados

TMT: Data Protection

Europe Guide 2026 : Spain

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Ramón y Cajal Abogados

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At Ramón y Cajal Abogados we have a wealth of experience as advisors to companies in Spain and abroad concerning data protection and IT security, e-business, online and in landbased gaming, IT contracts, outsourcing projects, cloud computing, electronic signatures, telecommunications, audiovisual and intellectual property.

Our team of lawyers has provided legal advice to companies in quite diverse sectors, such as: software, IT services, technology, finance, pharmaceuticals, retail, e-commerce, gaming, social networks, search engines and advertising, among others:

  • Privacy and IT security
  • E-business and information society services
  • IT contracts
  • Outsourcing and cloud agreements
  • E-signatures
  • Gaming
  • Telecommunications
  • Audiovisual
  • Intellectual property

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TMT: Data Protection - Spain

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Ramón y Cajal Abogados is a solid domestic firm with an IT practice experienced in commercial agreements, outsourcing and regulatory mandates. The practice is additionally well versed in privacy and data protection matters while also providing advice on e-commerce topics as well as app development issues. The lawyers are skilled in assisting with impact assessments, data security and IoT mandates. The firm acts for international clients from the automotive, energy, gambling and technology sectors.
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Work Highlights

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  • Ramón y Cajal Abogados supported Telefónica Digital in the GSMA Open Gateway Project, supporting in technology and data protection aspects of the operation.

Strengths

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  • The firm assesses issues from multiple perspectives, including implications that may affect other jurisdictions. The team has extensive knowledge.

    TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope

  • Its ability to translate complex regulatory issues into clear, actionable strategies makes it a trusted partner for companies navigating evolving data protection challenges.

    TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope

  • Ramón y Cajal Abogados has distinguished itself with its responsiveness and concise and practical advice. The ability to produce quality work at pace is something that we truly value.

    TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope

  • The department stands out because of professionals who are constantly updating their skills. It's a multidisciplinary firm with the ability to collaborate effectively to resolve complex matters.

    TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Norman Heckh
    Norman Heckh

    Norman Heckh

    Norman Heckh is recognised for his outstanding experience in a variety of IT and data issues. His broad practice covers data processing, security and privacy mandates. He additionally handles software licensing agreements, e-commerce and consumer protection matters.

    • Norman Heckh is my go-to contact for all Spanish matters. He is knowledgeable and experienced, and also has an understanding of clients' needs and the type of advice and work product they are after.

      TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope

    • Normon Heckh is always super responsive, I rely on his business judgement. The value he provides is very good. I'm very happy with him.

      TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope

    • Norman Heckh has plenty of expertise in the data protection sector; its easy to work with him because he is a very involved person.

      TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope

    • Norman Heckh is always available when needed, resolving all kinds of issues internationally and providing timely answers for business purposes; he understands the priority of the commercial aspect.

      TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope
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  • María Luisa González
    María Luisa González

    María Luisa González

    María Luisa González is a prominent counsel in the TMT department. She advises clients on data protection mandates and also acts as DPO.

    • María Luisa González has very deep knowledge of data protection. She is very precise and systematic in the way she works, which helps to make it easy to achieve a solution.

      TMT: Data Protection respondentEurope
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