Ranking tables
Data Protection | Global
Global: Multi-Jurisdictional
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Band 1
1 Hogan Lovells US LLPData Protection2025 | Band 1 | 4 Years RankedHogan Lovells provides its client base with outstanding data protection expertise globally. The law firm's integrated team spans the UK, the USA, Asia and continental Europe. The group offers:
• Comprehensive support on cross-border data transfers.
• Extensive expertise in complex GDPR matters.
• Cutting-edge advice relating to the tech, healthcare, automotive and banking industries.
• Expertise advising on international data breaches.
Band 2
2 Baker McKenzieData Protection2025 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedBaker McKenzie's international data security practice forms a core part of the law firm's offering in key hubs across the globe. The firm has dedicated teams situated across Europe, North America and Asia. Its areas of focus include:
• GDPR and CCPA compliance as well as cross-border data transfers.
• Cybersecurity concerns including incident response and data breach matters.
2 Bird & BirdData Protection2025 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedBird & Bird's international data protection practice is highly regarded across major hubs. The law firm has highly skilled teams based in the UK, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. Its practice offers:
• Specialist knowledge of big data, cloud computing, IoT and AI matters.
• Considerable expertise advising on cross-border data transfers, international data breaches and GDPR compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of healthcare, advertising, financial services and tech sectors.
2 Covington & Burling LLPData Protection2025 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedCovington & Burling's outstanding data protection practice in the USA combines with highly skilled teams in the UK, China and continental Europe. The law firm offers clients:
• Expert understanding of GDPR and CCPA.
• Full-scale support in data breaches and incident response.
• Strong understanding of AI, cloud computing and IoT.
• Cybersecurity and fintech expertise.
2 DLA Piper LLPData Protection2025 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedData protection expertise is a fundamental component of DLA Piper's global strength. The firm offers clients highly skilled teams across the USA and EU, as well as China and Australia. The law firm offers:
• Expertise advising on GDPR and CCPA compliance issues, as well as data retention policies.
• Skilled handling of privacy and data security-related litigation.
• Experience representing financial services, media, communications, insurance and automotive clients.
2 Hunton Andrews Kurth LLPData Protection2025 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedHunton Andrews Kurth provides its client base with outstanding data privacy knowledge in the USA, which is enhanced by the firm's London and Brussels offices. The law firm offers:
• Expertise advising on cross-border data transfers and cybersecurity breaches.
• Considerable investigation and litigation capabilities.
• GDPR and EU/US Privacy Shield guidance.
2 Latham & Watkins LLPData Protection2025 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedLatham & Watkins boasts data protection expertise on both sides of the Atlantic, housing effective teams in London, New York, San Francisco and Washington, DC. The firm has additional strength in Europe, notably within Germany and France. The law firm offers:
• An aptitude for multi-jurisdictional privacy issues, GDPR compliance and cybersecurity matters.
• Experience in substantial enforcement proceedings brought by regulators.
• In-depth knowledge of the technology and financial services sectors.
• Support on data security-related litigation.
2 LinklatersData Protection2025 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedLinklaters offers clients highly-rated teams internationally, with groups based in the UK, continental Europe and Asia. The law firm's data protection practice incorporates:
• In-depth knowledge of GDPR, and e-privacy regulation expertise.
• Experience advising on cross-border data transfers and data breach response.
2 Morrison FoersterData Protection2025 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedMorrison Foerster's highly respected data protection practice combines excellent strength in the USA, the UK, continental Europe and Asia. The law firm offers clients:
• Expertise in GDPR and e-privacy regulation and cross-border data transfers.
• Full-scale support in data breach investigations and incident response.
• In-depth understanding of the pharma and technology sectors.
Band 3
3 Eversheds SutherlandData Protection2025 | Band 3 | 2 Years RankedEversheds Sutherland maintains strong capabilities in the data protection area, with highly ranked teams in the USA, the UK and China. The law firm offers:
• Strength in a host of matters, including data breaches, regulatory investigations and cross-border data transfers.
• Experience in working with clients from sectors such as financial services, manufacturing and real estate.
• Expertise relating to GDPR and Brexit-connected concerns.
3 Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLPData Protection2025 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe stands out for its outstanding data security practice in the USA, which is enhanced by respected teams throughout Europe and expertise in Asia. The law firm offers:
• GDPR expertise and in-depth knowledge of the CCPA.
• Experience handling international data transfers and data breach crisis management.
3 Reed Smith LLPData Protection2025 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedReed Smith has a strong data protection practice with clients benefiting from the firm`s offices in the USA and the UK. The law firm offers:
• Experience in sectors such as financial services, life sciences and energy and natural resources.
• Excellent understanding of GDPR and data transfer issues.
3 Sidley Austin LLPData Protection2025 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedSidley Austin's UK base is internationally recognised for its data protection expertise. Clients seeking cross-border advice will also benefit from the law firm's impressive global network. The team offers:
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity and full support in data breach incidents.
• Expert advice on GDPR and cross-border data transfer matters.