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Provided by Paul Lavery
Technology & Innovation, Data Protection, Intellectual Property, Freedom of Information, Commercial Contracts
Paul Lavery graduated from University College Dublin (BCL, LLM) between 1992 and 1996 and qualified in 1996. He has been a Partner within McCann FitzGerald LLP since 2001. Paul advises on a wide range of information technology, data protection, intellectual property, confidentiality and freedom of information issues. He advises on the supply and implementation of new IT systems, the licensing of software and the ownership, exploitation and licensing of intellectual property rights. Paul drafts and negotiates cutting-edge technology supply and implementation agreements and IT outsourcing agreements with a key focus on mobilisation, business transformation and key performance elements as well as exit management. Paul is a leading expert on data protection and advises a large number of private sector entities and public bodies on their data protection obligations under existing and prospective data protection law, including advising on subject access requests, data security incidents, marketing obligations and consents, record retention matters, data protection notices, policies and privacy statements, data controller and data processor registrations as well as solutions to facilitate the transfer of data outside the EEA. Paul is heavily involved in advising a number of private sector and public sector clients on their obligations under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
The Law Society of Ireland, 1996
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Paul brings top levels of commitment, insight, collaboration and common sense in all his work.
Paul Lavery brings deep understanding, pragmatism, responsiveness and a wonderful manner to the most complex issues.
Paul Lavery is incredibly approachable and provides pragmatic advice to balance legal considerations with our company's business goals.
Paul Lavery shows continued excellence in terms of expertise and commercial insight.
Paul is a brilliant guy who is very approachable.
Paul brings top levels of commitment, insight, collaboration and common sense in all his work.
Paul Lavery brings deep understanding, pragmatism, responsiveness and a wonderful manner to the most complex issues.
Paul Lavery is incredibly approachable and provides pragmatic advice to balance legal considerations with our company's business goals.
Paul Lavery shows continued excellence in terms of expertise and commercial insight.
Paul is a brilliant guy who is very approachable.