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Privacy & data protection
Protecting data, enabling trust & transformation
From compliance to crisis response, our global team with 20 dedicated advisers and sector specialists, helps clients turn data risk into resilience, and regulation into opportunity
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Making privacy practical, scalable and strategic

Data protection is no longer just a legal requirement—it’s a business imperative. Whether you're navigating global compliance frameworks, responding to a breach, or embedding privacy by design, Shoosmiths helps you stay ahead. Our full-service privacy and data team combines legal expertise with technology-enabled solutions to deliver scalable support across jurisdictions.

We advise on everything from DSARs and cross-border transfers to Binding Corporate Rules and RoPA automation. Our SmartSAR service streamlines high-volume access requests with precision and cost-certainty. We act as outsourced DPOs for multinationals, offering independent, strategic guidance that engages decision-makers and strengthens governance. With deep sector experience—from life sciences to financial services—we help clients transform their data functions into centres of excellence. And when incidents strike, our global breach response team is ready 24/7 to manage notifications and mitigate impact across regulatory regimes.

Recognised excellence
Shoosmiths provide an intelligent service. They know and understand the market and are at the forefront of what they do.
Legal 500 UK Guide, 2025

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