Who’s Who Legal Data 2021

Anna Gamvros is a leading name in Asia, known for the world-class advice she provides to her clients to best mitigate cybersecurity risks. Here, we recognize 81 eDiscovery lawyers who are highly rated for their leading expertise in document collection, management, retention and destruction, as well as cross-border data transfer procedures. At Borden Ladner Gervais, Daniel Michaluk is an « extremely thoughtful and responsive practitioner » who is « meticulous and detailed in his approach. » He has « in-depth knowledge of data protection law » and is « regularly involved in huge cases, » including anti-spam issues, cyber claims and data breaches. Stuart Ingis of Venable is a long-standing name in this field, with over 20 years of experience on the internet and in general data matters. Stephen Wu of Silicon Valley Law Group is « a leading practitioner in this field » with « particular expertise in privacy and artificial intelligence. » Morrison & Foerster`s « great » Miriam Wugmeister is recognised for her « in-depth knowledge of international data protection laws », which consists of decades of experience in resolving data breaches and compliance issues. Cédric Burton, « award-winning » from Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, is an outstanding cybersecurity and data protection specialist who regularly advises international clients on compliance and data breach issues. Christopher Kuner stands out for his outstanding data protection compliance advice, which draws on his decades of experience in this area. Rajesh Sreenivasan of Rajah & Tann Singapore is a « very knowledgeable » professional who understands cybersecurity and privacy issues. Rainer Knyrim of Knyrim Trieb Rechtsanwälte is celebrated as « the best lawyer for data protection in Austria » and praised for his « performance, expertise and pragmatism in difficult legal matters ».

Gide Loyrette Nouel`s Thierry Dor is recognized as a « long-standing specialist » who excels in regulatory investigations and provides world-class privacy compliance advice to clients in the healthcare, TMT and life sciences industries. David Rosenthal de VISCHER is a « great lawyer ». He is « very competent » and is considered a « pioneer in data protection law ». Mónica Oliveira Costa de Coelho Ribeiro e Associados is a « brilliant » lawyer who is « excellent in data protection and GDPR issues ». Phil Lee is a « fantastic data lawyer » who excels at advising businesses on transatlantic and European privacy compliance issues and disruptive technologies. Hazel Grant is recognized for her « in-depth knowledge of privacy issues » as well as her « strong communication skills and experience in the field. » Tim Van Canneyt is highly sought after by healthcare and life sciences clients for his in-depth knowledge of data protection compliance and e-commerce. Robert Shooter is an « absolutely delightful tech lawyer » with a wealth of knowledge in outsourcing and provisioning, cloud services, and confidentiality clauses. CSW`s Isabell Conrad stands out as a « leading lawyer » with « excellent communication skills » and her « compelling, solution-oriented pragmatic approach to complex data protection issues. » « Highly recommended » Craig Earnshaw is being touted for his strategic use of forensic technology in interagency investigations. His competence in the processing of complex data is also recognized by his colleagues. Ian Smith conducts e-discovery cases with aplomb and demonstrates a meticulous approach to large-scale national and international forensic data collection. Richard Chalk, « award-winning » from FTI Consulting, is widely recognized for his world-class data consulting practice advising clients on complex regulatory and compliance issues. Marc Zwillinger from ZwillGen is an outstanding name in regulation and data security, with particular experience working for Internet customers.

Thomas Schmutzer of KPMG Alpen-Treuhand AG has more than 15 years of experience in various areas related to customer data. WWL is proud to recommend 68 data scientists for their market-leading work in areas such as data collection, eDiscovery, and large-scale analytics. Diego Fernández has a « deep knowledge » of the data industry and is praised for his « quick understanding of customer needs, responsiveness and quality of work. » The « excellent » Gustavo Giay is highly recommended by market commentators for his impressive track record of advising clients on complex contractual issues in the data industry. Joyce Tan of Joyce A Tan & Partners is widely revered for her extensive experience and knowledge of privacy regulations. DLA Piper has a world-class lawyer in James Halpert, thanks to his extensive experience in advising clients on their data risk issues. Diego Fernández with Marval O`Farrell Mairal is a « rigorous, hard-working and well-organized lawyer » who has « immense knowledge of the legal aspects of data protection and fintech issues ». Cynthia O`Donoghue of Reed Smith regularly and competently advises European and international companies on the full spectrum of data protection law. With more than three decades of experience at Taylor Wessing, Christian Frank stands out for his in-depth expertise in data protection in employment law.

David Rosenthal is celebrated by Vischer as a « pioneer of Swiss data protection law » and enjoys a great reputation for his encyclopaedic knowledge in this field. Rolf Auf der Maur has a « long-standing presence in the data protection market in Switzerland », which is « particularly active in the digital advertising sector ». It is in high demand by clients in the media and entertainment industry. PwC`s Jeffrey Seymour has a strong reputation in eDiscovery and forensic technology, tackling complex data problems for clients across a wide range of industries. Steven De Schrijver of Astrea is, according to sources, « one of the best in Europe » who calls himself « an exceptional and reliable lawyer in the whole range of data work ». Ruth Boardman is widely regarded as an « absolute expert on GDPR » and regularly advises clients dealing with data protection authorities. Internationally renowned, Ariane Mole is known for her many years of experience in data protection litigation and her significant expertise in GDPR. Tobias Bräutigam is « an excellent lawyer » who is characterized by « a very good knowledge of scientific work ». Graham Smith is a « highly competent » practitioner with deep expertise in computer disputes and privacy issues. Henriette Picot is a renowned data scientist who understands complex data protection litigation and other related data security issues. IsraelNimrod Kozlovski of Herzog Fox & Neeman is highlighted for his impressive regulatory expertise as well as his legal understanding of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence.

Philip Kempermann of Heuking Kühn Lüer Wojtek is, according to sources, the « ideal candidate for GDPR-related topics » because of his encyclopedic knowledge of data regulation. SingaporeJoyce Tan of Joyce A Tan & Partners is highlighted for her « in-depth knowledge of internet law, e-commerce issues and privacy issues ». Pia Kirstine Voldmester of Bruun & Hjejle is a prominent data protection lawyer with many years of experience advising listed and unlisted companies and financial institutions on GDPR compliance. With over 35 years of experience, David Bodenheimer is recognized by Nichols Liu for his outstanding experience in cybersecurity litigation as well as his significant expertise in data protection compliance. Artese e Advogados has « a great lawyer » in Gustavo Artese. He has « extensive knowledge of privacy and data protection » and « contributes a lot to the development of data protection in Brazil. » DenmarkMichael Hopp von Plesner is considered an authority on GDPR and regularly advises renowned clients on security breaches, risk assessments and data transfers.