Cédric Burton
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & RosatiHousehold names from the full gamut of industry sectors instruct the privacy and cybersecurity team at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati to advise on all issues related to the use of data globally. GDPR compliance, strategic counselling, breach management, data transfer strategies, and representation before authorities are all strengths. Key contact Cédric Burton is ‘adept at leading his team in providing strategic advice’. In June 2023, Yann Padova joined the Brussels office from Baker McKenzie in France; he now splits his time between the two jurisdictions, and is particularly focused on representing clients before the French authorities.
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‘Wilson Sonsini are quick to understand a business' needs and objectives. They give strategic advice in a style that can be easily conveyed directly to the business.’
‘All team members are super responsive and give succinct, to-the-point legal advice.'
'Cédric Burton is adept at leading his team in providing strategic advice.'
'Laura De Boel gives very considered legal advice (very well thought through and directly applicable to the client's business).’
‘Deep knowledge of evolving privacy and data protection matters. Exceptional network of experts. Collaborative approach to resolving complex issues. Extremely efficient and available on short notice.’
- 'Anticipate client needs. In-depth understanding of the client's business and key priorities. Practical, well-rounded advice. Top quality work. Reliable and responsive.’
Key clients
- First Orion Corp.
- Legend Biotech USA, Inc.
- Mastercard International and Mastercard Europe
- Shopify
- Signifyd
- Trüata
- TuneIn
- Wattpad Corp.
Work highlights
- Instructed as lead global data protection counsel for Mastercard, which includes advising on the General Data Protection Regulation and its implementation throughout the EU.
- Advising Wattpad on its GDPR compliance program, including assisting with data transfer issues, replying to individuals’ requests to exercise their rights, and advising on incident responses, accountability obligations, and data processing agreements.
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Cédric Burton