‘The teams are professional, responsive, trustworthy and extremely efficient.’

‘Florence Chafiol is particularly attentive and efficient.’

‘Florence Chafiol is a trusted legal advisor who we can always rely on to provide strong strategic advice. She understands our business and the wider sector very well, meaning that her advice is always on point and her insights are valuable.’

‘One of the major firms in terms of personal data protection. The team is very attentive to its clients and always provides very practical advice.’

‘Florence’s team shows outstanding expertise on the topic of international data flows, as well as forming important bridge between our organisation and the local data protection authorities.’

‘Stéphanie Lapeyre stands out thanks to her leadership and her ability to adapt to her interlocutors without ever losing sight of the objective. Florence Chafiol embodies the charisma and expertise of this team.’

‘Florence Chafiol and Roxane Blanc-Dubois are my favourite contacts on GDPR subjects. I appreciate their very accurate advice, their legal rigour, the ease of interaction that we have and their great responsiveness.’

‘An expert team in personal data protection and all issues surrounding data.’

‘A responsive and dynamic team, with in-depth knowledge of regulations. In addition, there are few firms specializing in data protection capable of working in an international environment, which represents a strength of Bird & Bird.’

‘Willy Mikalef, Julie Verdure and Ariane Mole are all excellent!’

‘The team is unique in that it has in-depth, multidisciplinary, diversified, pragmatic, educational and international expertise. The quality of the work is therefore excellent. In particular, the team uses unique innovative technologies to provide its advice.’

‘Ariane Mole and Willy Mikalef stand out for their experience and way of advising clients – no time is wasted, owing to their immediate understanding of the problems.’

‘The team is extremely good on all innovation topics, with knowledge going beyond the legal issues. The team have inquiring minds and are up to date with everything that happens in the tech and digital sector.’

‘Julien Guinot-Deléry knows how to mobilise his team. He inspires confidence and is our go-to person on all these subjects.’

‘A team that gets to the bottom of personal data protection issues, with a capacity for mature thinking and in-depth knowledge of topics specifically related to smart grids, connected objects and IoT, etc.’

‘Thierry Dor thought ahead to help us interpret data protection rules and find pragmatic solutions while keeping business issues in mind.’

‘Gide is my go-to, not just in France, but in other parts of the Middle East and Asia. Their privacy work is exceptional and practical.’

‘For privacy and data protection, I work with Thierry Dor. Thierry is well versed in EU and global privacy and data protection laws, is practical in his recommendations and has a business mindset. Thierry is exceptional.’

‘The team combines high-level technical expertise, deep understanding of our industry and a very friendly approach that allows them to integrate with our organisation, understand the issues and provide spot-on advice.’

‘Patrice Navarro is exceptional.’

‘Patrice Navarro regularly demonstrates expert technical skills, which provides us with effective and relevant support in an environment where few firms have such expertise.’

‘Patrice Navarro has a very good understanding of the practicalities of the pharmaceutical environment, as well as that of data protection and new technologies.’

‘I have an excellent relationship with this team. They know how to make themselves available and bring extensive expertise in the subject matter, including in very recent issues.’

‘A team that quickly understands the issues and provides pragmatic responses.’

‘Pierre Fumery provided effective support.’

‘The CMS team is always helpful and very knowledgeable on data privacy and security matters, not only in France but also in Europe. They come up with alternative solutions and recommendations.’

‘Whenever we need any help from any of the team members, they always get back to us in a timely manner and they are open to discussing different perspectives.’

‘CMS was always keen to offer solutions that were simple to implement and capable of evolving.’

‘Anne-Laure Villedieu demonstrated her very good technical knowledge of GDPR issues in a complex environment, involving different entities in an international context.’

‘The availability, efficiency and competence of the team make it infinitely valuable.’

‘Anne-Laure Villedieu has remarkable expertise.’

‘For each new case, the firm endeavours to draw on the expertise of several lawyers in a variety of fields, with a 360° view of the issues and challenges.’

‘A very dedicated and competent team.’

‘In-depth knowledge of the subject, including the particularities of medical data protection in the life sciences sector.’

‘Cécile Théard-Jallu stands out for her expertise and proactive attitude.’

‘Competent, efficient, responsive.’

‘A team very close to its customers with very good knowledge of the industry and activities. This allows for a relationship of total trust and rapid execution.’

‘Perfect adaptation to the needs and world of the client. Great responsiveness combined with great friendliness from everyone.’

‘The team as a whole was perfect. We greatly appreciated the availability and expertise of the team led by Olivia Luzi who paid constant and very dynamic attention to the case.’

‘High availability, high responsiveness; good knowledge of the market; easy and fluid collaboration.’

‘A competent team that knows how to listen, analyze and judiciously respond to expectations while respecting deadlines. The team knows how to follow the legal and technical developments of our professions which evolve very quickly and respond on time. We greatly appreciate it.’

‘Olivia Luzi particularly stands out for her analysis of the files entrusted to her, particularly her ability to anticipate and project unforeseen problems that could have significant contractual consequences. Her mastery and knowledge of our businesses and our environment are real assets.’

‘Excellent expertise.’

‘Romain Perray and Lorraine Maisnier-Boché are both very competent, responsive and quick in their analyses.’

‘Romain Perray and his team systematically demonstrate a desire to be innovative and efficient, while maintaining the excellence of their legal practice. It is a well-rounded team, with diverse skills.’

‘We work mainly with Lorraine Maisnier-Boché, who always provides excellent advice with pragmatism and efficiency, and knows how to present legal concepts in a simple way, allowing non-lawyers to fully understand the issues and risks associated with the situation.’

‘This team demonstrates strong involvement in the cases entrusted to it. In addition to its in-depth analytical capacity, it stands out from other competing teams on the market through its excellent understanding of the automotive sector.’

‘A dynamic team, with active and well-presented communication.’

‘Bertrand Liard has very strong expertise in the field of new technologies, with a perspective that is always relevant and interesting on the questions submitted to him.’

‘The team has always been able to scale its work as closely as possible to the client’s needs. Able to enter deep dive when requested or provide light support.’

‘Clara Hainsdorf and Bertrand Liard have great client care and listening skills.’

‘What it is really a strength for the White & Case team is its adaptability to its clients’ requirements. White & Case always proposes dedicated solutions and never a pre-shaped proposal.’

‘Clara Hainsdorf and Bertrand Liar are very pleasant. Their direct approach and the ease with which we can work is a real plus. Their client contact is excellent, in addition to their impeccable expertise.’

‘The team is knowledgeable, competent and eager to assist on international matters.’

‘Jean-Guy de Ruffray is highly responsive and easy to deal with. His advice is pragmatic and punctual.’

‘Altana’s IP, IT and data privacy department is made up of a stable and highly qualified team. The team offers great visibility both in terms of reporting deliverables and invoicing. The team stands out for the quality and relevance of its recommendations, as well as its availability and responsiveness.’

‘Jean-Guy de Ruffray attaches particular importance to providing his clients with impeccable quality of service, combining rigour, precision and pragmatism in the approaches he offers. The expertise, availability and transparency of this partner allows him to entrust his team with complex issues and innovative projects with complete confidence.’

‘The team is always very responsive. Its strength is to be very pragmatic in its analysis.’

‘Sandra Tubert is a remarkable lawyer – very competent in all areas of data protection with great skills in the fields of IT, marketing and real estate.’

‘A very competent team that provides tailored, practical and innovative advice. Great niche practice!’

‘I appreciate the firm’s attention to detail, personalised approach and close communication.’

‘Sandra Tubert is a great lawyer.’

‘Perfect knowledge of GDPR and other laws. Pragmatic advice taking into account major risks with various options. Good firm for both advice and CNIL disputes.’

‘Excellent knowledge of the IT sector.’

‘The standout quality of this team lies in its high level of technical competence.’

‘Prudence Cadio and Olivia Roche are extremely competent in the field of personal data protection. They have been able to adapt their documentation and direct their advice in perfect harmony with the company’s practices and sector of activity.’

‘The team has granular precision in its contracts work.’

‘This firm has good knowledge of different industrial sectors and in-depth expertise in digital issues. Since its creation, the team has built its expertise with both French and foreign clients, and with both digital service providers and client companies of these services, and knows very well how to advance the digital transformation projects of companies.’

‘Grégoire Dumas and Claire Bouchenard display a pragmatic and efficient approach to cases.’

‘Very innovative, competent, available, fast and efficient.’

‘Very good understanding of clients’ issues.’

‘Claire Bouchenard always looks for innovative solutions.’

‘Xavier Pican is a very competent expert, providing additional advice on the subject to enable improvements in the client’s organisation.’

‘The Taylor Wessing team is forward-thinking, up-to-date on the latest technological developments and related legal updates. They always provide the best client care with practical advice. In addition, Taylor Wessing has an advanced technology offering.’

‘Marc Schuler is pragmatic and generally wonderful to work with.’

‘A close-knit team that is passionate about its subject.’

‘Marc Schuler is very competent in his area of specialty.’

‘The main strength of the team at Taylor Wessing, in my opinion, is its very pragmatic perspective on the issues. From a technical legal point of view, they are obviously very good, but what makes them different is that they understand the operational and/or commercial issues that a company can encounter, and offer legal solutions adapted to these challenges.’