The powerhouse data privacy and data protection practice at Alain Bensoussan-Avocats Lexing remains a market leader, advising banks (First Abu Dahbi Bank), insurers, higher education establishments, trade federations and associations, law firms, and the Louvre, as well as corporates in hospitality, automobiles, healthcare, food and pharmaceuticals. Led by advanced technology and data protection legal authority Alain Bensoussan, Chloé Torres (an expert in data regulatory compliance) and experienced data protection litigator Virginie Bensoussan-Brulé, the group’s comprehensive service extends to the auditing of legal compliance of information systems with privacy requirements, the management of prior administrative formalities with the French data protection authority (CNIL), assistance with CNIL inspections and the implementation of Data Protection Officers (DPO) policies.

With locations spanning America, Asia Pacific and EMEA, the Paris-based data privacy and data protection team at Baker McKenzie remains a force in the marketplace, leveraging the experience of its team and the bench strength of its global network to advise financial institutions (BNP Paribas, Crédit Agricole) and corporates in tech (Oracle), aviation, IT, fashion, e-commerce, luxury goods, logistics and automobiles, on a diverse spectrum of matters. Co-headed by personal data practice leader and compliance authority Yann Padova, the group assists clients with algorithm ethics, data governance, data processing, cybercrime and litigation and enforcement issues. Magalie Dansac Le Clerc brings expertise to consumer protection, GDPR and outsourcing projects.

The data privacy and data protection group at DLA Piper continues to be a leader in the market, utilising its global footprint (spanning America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific) and the practice area expertise of its team to advise major financial institutions and corporates across such sectors as pharmaceuticals (Pierre Fabre Group), beverages, retail, tech, cosmetics, aerospace and hospitality, on a diverse spectrum of issues. Headed by Denise Lebeau-Marianna, who brings over 25 years of experience in the data protection and compliance arena, the group assists with matters ranging from global data transfers and transfer impact assessments, global personal data protection compliance projects and cybersecurity incident response to projects involving emerging tech (AI, the metaverse), and approvals from data protection authorities. Other key figures include domestic and international dispute resolution expert Fabienne Panneau, Jonathan Rofé (who handles multi-jurisdictional outsourcing projects), IT dispute specialist Stéphane Lemarchand, counsel Jeanne Dauzier and senior associate Yaël Hirsch.

The market-leading privacy, cybersecurity and data innovation practice at the Paris office of global law firm Gibson Dunn brings strength and experience to advising major multinational corporates across such sectors as fashion (Louis Vuitton), tech (Meta), automobiles (Renault), utilities (Suez) and video games, on a diverse spectrum of matters. Led by GDPR compliance and governance expert Ahmed Baladi and Vera Lukic (a specialist in IT and outsourcing projects), the group assists on matters ranging from investigations and procedures before the French data protection authority, data breaches and national security matters to aspects of M&A projects, investigations involving data transfers between the EU and the US and cross-border litigation.

Harnessing the bench strength of offices across the Americas, Asia Pacific and EMEA regions, the experienced IP and TMT team at the offices of Herbert Smith Freehills LLP advise major financial institutions, insurers and corporates across the tech (Google), energy, pharmaceuticals, automotive and travel (Expedia) sectors, on the full range of data privacy and data protection matters. Led by Alexandra Neri, an expert in data protection issues and breaches in information systems, the group assists clients with matters ranging from cyber-criminality, dawn raids and privacy issues and dawn raids to data transfer conflicts, licensing, litigation and pre-litigation. Other key figures include personal data rights specialist Sébastien Proust, associates and experienced IP lawyers Laure Cardinet and Suzanne Carayol, and Antoine Sullice, who handles matters involving tracking technology compliance. Associate Robin Nini joined from Alain Bensoussan-Avocats Lexing in March 2022.

Based in Paris, the tech, commercial and data team at global firm Clifford Chance brings experience to data privacy and data protection matters, advising major asset managers (Amundi) and multinational corporates in mining (Sibanye Stillwater), telecoms (MTN), tech (Oracle), e-commerce, motor vehicles (Honda), pharmaceuticals and video games. Helmed by Dessislava Savova (who brings expertise to data protection, cybersecurity, platform regulations and AI), the practice assists clients with disputes, data governance, crisis management, digital transformations, compliance investigation and GDPR programmes. Counsel Grégory Sroussi brings strength to cybersecurity IT matters, while senior associate Alexandre Manasterski specialises in the setting-up of strategic partnerships.

The team at Derriennic Associés utilises the experience of its team to assist software publishers, IT service providers, IT manufacturers, insurers and major corporates in energy (EDF subsidiary Dalkia), healthcare, electronics (Xiaomi), automobiles, cosmetics, food and beverages (Heineken), on a wide range of data protection matters, with a speciality in the handling of cyberattacks. The group is headed by Francois-Pierre Lani, an expert in new technologies, Alexandre Fievee, who advises clients in the IT, banking, AI and sports sectors, veteran litigator Bruno Ducoulombier, digital transformation project specialist Pierre-Yves Margnoux and Georges Jenselme, who brings strength to health and insurance matters.

The digital asset specialists at boutique firm Féral bring strength to advising start-ups and domestic and multinational corporates across such sectors as e-commerce, manufacturing, fashion, insurance, aerospace, on a diverse spectrum of matters. The team’s comprehensive service covers matters ranging from the drafting of personal data transfer agreements, data protection compliance audits and drafting IT guidelines to advising on security and archiving policies and providing assistance and training to Data Protection Officers (DPO). Key figures include founding partner Christiane Féral-Schuhl, who brings more than 30 years handling cases involving computer law, information technology law, media law and data protection law; IP and data privacy expert Richard Willemant, who is also a mediator accredited by the Quebec bar; and Farid Bouguettaya, whose practice extends to transactional, litigation and pre-litigation matters. The team is supported by senior counsel and firm data protection officer Justine Sinibaldi, who brings over 15 years in the personal data space.

Backed by a global network spanning five continents, the data protection, privacy and security group at K&L Gates LLP assists financial institutions and multinationals in mining, biotech (Anika Therapeutics), energy (Envision), home appliances (SharkNinja), pharmaceuticals (Ipsen), manufacturing (K&N Engineering), luxury goods and tech, on wide array of matters across the practice area. Headed by Claude-Etienne Armingaud, an expert in multi-jurisdictional transactional matters, dealing with IT outsourcing and data protection, the group also assists clients with GDPR compliance, data sharing agreements and data protection elements of M&A transactions.

Backed by the strength of a global network spanning North America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia Pacific, the Latham & Watkins data privacy and data protection practice in Paris brings strength to advising a broad clients base, from private investment firms to multinational corporates in tech (Meta), energy, luxury goods and retail. Headed by seasoned data protection litigator Myria Saarinen, the group’s offering extends to GDPR compliance and regulatory issues, data breaches and cybersecurity and disputes and regulatory enforcement.

Headed by digital platform advisory specialist Claire Bouchenard and experienced IP litigator Xavier Pican, the Paris-based technology, innovation, media, fintech team at Osborne Clarke brings strength to assisting multinationals in retail (Carrefour), tech, software, apparel, food (Danone) and professional services, on a broad range of data privacy and data protection matters. Supported by Sarah Lenoir (who handles cases involving AI, smart data and blockchain) and counsel Grégoire Dumas (a GDPR specialist who was promoted in January 2022), the group assists with digitalisation programmes, data privacy compliance programmes and cybersecurity response to data breaches. Partner Béatrice Delmas-Linel departed and Julia Darcel was promoted to counsel in January 2022.

Backed by a global network, the TMT team at the Paris office of Dentons brings experience to assisting infrastructure funds (Global Infrastructure Partners) and corporates in information services (NielsenIQ), automobiles, telecoms, and fintech, on data protection and data privacy matters. The group advises on e-commerce, cybersecurity, outsourcing and regulatory compliance. Team head Christophe Fichet departed the firm in January 2023.

The dedicated partners of the intellectual and digital law department at Paris firm Klein Wenner bring experience to providing advice on data privacy and data protection issues to a broad client base of corporates in public services, electronics (Hitachi), printing, retail, agriculture, software, jewellery and transport. Headed by digital tech expert Mathieu Bourgeois and IP specialist Laurent Badiane, the group assists on such matters as cybersecurity, open data, private impact statements, data compliance, the implementation of CNIL formalities, data hosting and internal codes of conduct.

Backed by 30 offices worldwide, the TMT team at the Paris office of Linklaters brings strength to advising insurers, financial institutions and multinational corporates in consumer products (Groupe Bel), manufacturing, automobiles, luxury goods and tech, on a diverse spectrum of matters. Headed by data protection expert Sonia Cissé, who was promoted to partner in May 2022, the group assists with matters ranging from cybersecurity and regulatory compliance to crisis management and fintech issues.

The multidisciplinary team at Paris law firm Luzi Avocats employs a combined IP, IT and data privacy skill set to provide a comprehensive service for corporates across such sectors as travel tech (Expedia), pharmaceuticals (Biogaran), software (DQE Software) and transport, on a wide range of matters. Headed by new technologies expert Olivia Luzi, the group assists with data transfer contractions, dawn raid inspections, GDPR compliance audits and data privacy impact assessments.

The dedicated technology and innovation practice at the Paris office of Norton Rose Fulbright utilises the expertise of its team to assist financial institutions, insurers (Allianz, AIG) and major multinationals in energy (TotalEnergies), pharmaceuticals (Pfizer) and packaging, on a comprehensive range of data protection and data privacy matters. Tech and IP expert Nadège Martin (who brings over 20 years of experience in the practice area) leads the team, which advises on compliance, the sharing of customer information, cookie policies, information and consent policies, as well as transfer and privacy impact assessments.

Backed by the bench strength of a global network spanning the Asia Pacific and EMEA regions, the TMT group at Pinsent Masons LLP assists a broad base of clients, including insurers, organisations in the sports sector and corporates in hospitality, healthcare, financial services and gambling. Headed by data protection and cybersecurity specialist Annabelle Richard, and supported by senior associate Anne-Sophie Mouren, who counsels on tech regulatory matters, the group assists with GDPR compliance, contentious data matters and regulator interactions, tech project guidance, cybersecurity governance and data privacy training programmes.

The technology, media and telecoms team at the Paris office of global law firm Simmons & Simmons brings strength to data privacy and data protection matters, advising asset managers and multinational corporates across such sectors as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, fashion, electronics, motor vehicles, footwear and medical equipment. Led by Sarah Bailey (who brings over 25 years to the practice area) and Eric Le Quellenec (who joined in April 2022 from Alain Bensoussan-Avocats Lexing), the group’s full service extends to GDPR compliance, data breaches, internal investigations and data access requests.

Headed by IT expert Bertrand Liard and GDPR implementation specialist Clara Hainsdorf, the Paris-based data protection and data privacy group of global firm White & Case LLP assists financial institutions (Natixis, Société Générale, Crédit Agricole) and corporates in tech (Meta), food (Nestlé), manufacturing (Saint-Gobain), electronics (Celestica) and media, on a wide range of matters across the practice area. These include privacy and cybersecurity policies and audits, privacy claims and disputes, data processing and data transfer agreements, due diligence and privacy aspects of investigations and e-discovery.