About Us
Data and Data Protection Law
In an era of digital transformation, companies are navigating the challenges and opportunities of a data-driven economy. The increasing digitalization and virtualization of business processes bring heightened data protection requirements, making compliance a critical priority. Far from being an obstacle, data protection should be seen as an opportunity to build trust and gain a competitive edge.
Data and data protection law encompass comprehensive advisory and representation services in all matters related to the protection, processing, and lawful use of data, particularly personal data. Our goal is to enable clients to comply with regulatory frameworks while minimizing legal risks in their data management practices.
Data Law – Harnessing the Value of Data
The legal landscape surrounding data is evolving rapidly, creating both challenges and opportunities for businesses. We offer expert guidance in:
Rights to Data
- Advising on the strategic realignment of business models to optimize the use of data assets.
- Supporting the integration and use of AI technologies in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
Data Collaborations
- Providing legal advice for complex data-driven collaboration agreements, including research partnerships and AI-based business models.
Navigating the European Data Strategy
- Offering advisory services on new regulatory frameworks, including the Digital Services Act, Digital Markets Act, Data Act, Data Governance Act, and the AI Act.
- Guiding companies in leveraging European data spaces such as the Health Data Space or Mobility Data Space to foster innovation and cross-sector collaboration.
Data Protection Law – Safeguarding Compliance and Trust
The demands of data protection law are growing as businesses increasingly rely on digital tools and technologies. We provide comprehensive legal support in the following areas:
Digitalization Projects
- Supporting the realignment of existing business models to meet evolving regulatory and technological demands.
- Advising on the use of AI and its alignment with data protection regulations.
- Providing guidance on cloud adoption and collaboration with hyperscalers while ensuring compliance.
- Facilitating the digitalization of analog products while addressing data protection concerns.
- Assisting with restructuring projects, especially in the context of mergers, acquisitions, and large-scale transactions.
Data Protection Management Systems
- Legal support for risk assessments to identify and mitigate compliance gaps.
- Assisting with the review of processing activities to ensure adherence to data protection standards.
- Drafting and negotiating contracts for third-party collaborations, including data processing agreements and joint controller agreements.
Advisory Services in Crisis Situations (Data Litigation)
- Representing clients in lawsuits, complaints, investigations, and proceedings involving non-compliance with data protection regulations.
- Handling disputes with data subjects, supervisory authorities, or other stakeholders.
Data Breaches and Cyberattacks
- Offering legal clarity and resolution in cases of data protection or data security violations.
- Managing communication and reporting obligations with data protection supervisory authorities.
- Providing strategic advice on mitigating reputational damage and financial losses.