BMA Advogados‘ data privacy and cybersecurity team is led by data privacy expert Felipe Palhares, who ’stands out for his technical knowledge‘. The group specialises in sensitive cases, such as cyberattacks, ransomware attacks and data breach incidents, and routinely acts for domestic and international clients across the healthcare, technology, mining, energy and manufacturing sectors. The team is also well versed in LGPD compliance, international data transfers and M&A deals where data protection is a main concern. Senior associate Fernanda Villela Viana is another name to note for cybersecurity and data protection issues.
Testimonials
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‘Felipe Palhares stands out for his technical knowledge and availability in serving the client.’
‘Felipe Palhares is very business-oriented and provides valuable practical insights and very pragmatic solutions - which is highly reassuring.’
Key clients
- Fleury
- Laboratório Sabin de Análises Clínicas
Work highlights
- Advised Grupo Fleury on two ransomware attacks, assisting with all aspects of the response to the cyberattack and representing the company before the National Data Protection Authority.
- Advised CVC on a ransomware attack, representing the company before the National Data Protection Authority, obtaining a dismissal of the administrative procedure without any penalties being imposed to the company.