Jointly led by Fabian Niemann and Lennart Schüßler, Bird & Bird advises national and global companies across all sectors, including the healthcare sector, on data protection law. Another key topic is the advice on European data protection, where the team recently advised on international data transfers and the introduction of new software as well as compliance and and data analytics. IT law expert Simon Assion is also part of the core team.

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  • 'The practice combines a high level of data protection knowledge with knowledge of our business model and develops practical solutions. Communication with our business areas works very well, something that other law firms often find difficult.'

  • 'Bird & Bird stands out for its unparalleled expertise and customer-focused approach.'

  • 'Their outstanding expertise is characterized by practical solutions and clear communication.'

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Fabian Niemann, Lennart Schüßler

Other key lawyers

Henriette Picot, Simon Assion, Jörg-Alexander Paul, Miriam Ballhausen