Data privacy and data protection

A&L Goodbody LLP

The data protection practice at A&L Goodbody LLP is a 'go-to firm in Ireland for all matters relating to cyber security and data privacy'; it frequently handles mandates surrounding regulatory compliance, data breaches, and cyber security incidents. The practice is headed by privacy and data protection expert John Cahir, who is lauded as 'excellent and extremely authoritative' and is well-versed in handling domestic and cross-border projects. John Whelan has considerable experience advising on compliance and regulatory disputes connected to data privacy and protection. 'Go-to counsel' Chris Bollard also plays a key role in advising clients active in the technology sector on privacy and AI mandates, and Andrew Sheridan is a key contact for data privacy crises and investigations.

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Testimonials

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‘Responsive, commercial and technically excellent. Very user-friendly and excellent in front of clients.’
‘Chris Bollard is our go-to counsel in Dublin. His technical excellence and deep experience is matched by his pragmatic, commercial approach to matters. A real leader in the market, wise and savvy beyond his years.’
‘John Whelan is the one of the best lawyers I have ever worked with, the level of service he provides is unparalleled, and is based on a profound depth of understanding of the issues, backed up by concrete experience.’
‘Chris Bollard stands out for his business-minded, client-focused approach. He is not only very knowledgeable and responsive, but also great to work with!’
'John Cahir is excellent and extremely authoritative.’
‘In my opinion, the ALG data protection team is the best in Dublin. I've worked with quite a few privacy lawyers and ALG takes a practical approach to data processing and privacy issues that I have grown to rely on. The team also delivers advice succinctly and in a way that non-lawyers can understand, which makes implementing their advice across the business much easier.’
‘Chris Bollard's customer service is unmatched and his experiences with all his different clients gives him a unique perspective unmatched in Dublin. I tend to hire Chris wherever I go and he is the first person I call if an incident occurs.’
‘A&L are our go-to firm in Ireland for all matters relating to cybersecurity and data privacy. As a large global firm, we require a very strong network of local firms where we don't have a presence, and with the UK leaving the EU, Ireland is a very key jurisdiction. A&L give very solid, commercial advice and immediately get to the gist of a matter often with tight turnarounds.’