Hayes Solicitors LLP's practice is well-versed in matters concerning data security breaches and GDPR compliance. One of the key strengths of the team is its expertise in marketing, advertising and e-commerce. Leading the team is Laura Fannin, who has a strong reputation for handling both contentious and non-contentious issues surrounding data-sharing agreements and breaches. David Phelan specialises in DPC inquiries and data protection litigation.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Key points include - good turnaround time - concrete advice conducive to confident business decision making - expertise - availability.’
  • ‘Laura Fannin and her team are super responsive and across the detail. They make the life of the client much easier.’
  • ‘Laura Fannin knows her stuff and explains it in clear terms that are useful to the business.’
  • ‘Technically very strong. A clear focus on providing real-world commercial advice.’
  • ‘I think they are very up-to-date and expert in their field. They are very client focused.’
  • ‘David Phelan is very commercial in his advice.’

Key clients

  • Lisney
  • SIMI
  • Renrew Ltd
  • Joe Duffy Motors
  • Windsor Motors
  • The Irish Times
  • A.Menarini Pharmaceuticals Ireland Ltd
  • My Home.ie
  • Greyhound Recycling
  • The College of Anaesthesiologists of Ireland
  • Spirit Motor Group
  • Jaguar Landrover Ireland
  • Deloitte
  • Motor Distributors Ireland Limited
  • Institute of Advertising Practitioners in Ireland
  • Association of Promotional Marketing Consultants in Ireland
  • DriveYou
  • Alliance Medical
  • TBWA Dublin
  • Promontoria / Cerberus
  • PwC
  • Smith & Williamson
  • Publicis
  • Ogilvy
  • Boys & Girls
  • ESRI
  • State Claims Agency
  • Mitsubishi Motor Company
  • INTO
  • Aviate Credit Union
  • Credit Union Managers Association
  • Senator Windows
  • Peugeot Ireland
  • Tallaght University Hospital
  • CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang LLP
  • Critical Care Partners
  • Park Academy Childcare
  • Supermac’s Ireland
  • Office of the Inspector of Prisons

Work highlights

  • Advised The Irish Times on its compliance with data protection and privacy law work.
  • Advised Tallaght Hospital on its compliance with data protection law.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Laura Fannin

Other key lawyers

David Phelan