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Sidley Austin has up-to-the-minute command of data and information law in support of firm-wide specialisations in heavily regulated industries, such as life sciences, healthcare and financial services. The team regularly advises on data transfers and the implications of GDPR and is often instructed on international data breach work.
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Sidley Austin advised Accelerant on a range of AI, cyber, data protection and GDPR-related issues, including the development of an AI governance programme.
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The Sidley Austin team have a breadth of subject matter expertise. They have very quick turnaround times and an incredible ability to understand client needs.
The Sidley team is very effective in communicating difficult legal processes and regulation with people who don't have any background in law.
The lawyers possess extensive knowledge of innovative technologies, enabling them to effectively address data-related challenges presented by such technologies in our sector.
Sidley's team is responsive. They provide tailored and business-minded advice, and they have a depth of knowledge and expertise related to key and new global privacy regulations.
The data privacy team is highly responsive, practical and able to communicate directly with internal business stakeholders.
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William Long is the global co-chair of Sidley Austin's privacy and cybersecurity practice and heads the EU data protection group. He is a respected data protection and cybersecurity practitioner, well versed in compliance, processing, transfers and breaches.
William is a pleasure to work with. He distils complex matters into easily digestible formats, providing actionable and business-minded advice.
He provides good perspective on matters.
William is highly knowledgeable, patient and responsive, and he is very skilled at breaking down complex ideas and processes for his clients.
Francesca provides high-quality legal advice through a practical lens. She has a deep understanding of our business, which means her advice is focused on both our legal and commercial needs.
Francesca exhibits a high level of sophistication in her legal reasoning and strategic approach. Her in-depth understanding of complex legal issues allows her to offer insightful and nuanced advice.
Francesca is wonderful to work with. She is always highly knowledgeable, practical and responsive.
Data Protection & Information Law
Data Protection & Information Law
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