England - London • Risk advisory
3

Data protection, privacy and cybersecurity

logo

Ashurst

More informationMore information

At Ashurst, the team is particularly valued for its ‘strong grasp of the threat landscape and understanding of regulatory priorities’. The workload spans both data advisory issues and breach response. Rhiannon Webster oversees the UK data privacy and cybersecurity group, with clients ranging from financial services companies to health providers. The relocation of digital economy practice co-head Amanda Ludlow from Brisbane to London in January 2024 served to further strengthen the partner bench on the ground.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • 'The team is made up of highly skilled lawyers in the area of data protection who are easy to work with and offer informed and commercial advice.'
  • 'Rhiannon Webster has a deep understanding of the financial services sector, which means her advice is pragmatic and solutions focussed.'
  • 'The team is very knowledgeable and has strong experience in the sector. This enables them to swiftly grasp the essence of the issue and offer actionable and insightful advice.'
  • 'Rhiannon Webster is relaxed, knowledgeable, comprehensive and approachable.'
  • 'We have been working working with Rhiannon Webster for many years. We trust the quality of her advice and her knowledge of the insurance market and trends. I would recommend working with Rhiannon to anyone.'
  • 'The team at Ashurst was exceptionally knowledgeable across a broad range of data protection and cyber-related topics with a strong grasp of the threat landscape and understanding of regulatory priorities.' 
  • 'Rhiannon Webster, Shehana Cameron-Perera, Tom Brookes - the team comprises experienced technology lawyers who not only excel individually but also have great teamwork skills.'
  • 'Rhiannon Webster and Tom Brookes are excellent lawyers, but what makes them exceptional is their technical and commercial understanding.'

Key clients

  • Meta
  • Boldyn Networks
  • Department of Transport
  • East West Rail
  • Keolis Amey
  • McLaren Automotive
  • Pirum Systems Ltd.
  • Sage Group plc.
  • Shawbrook Bank
  • Jefferies

Work highlights

  • Advising Meta on various issues relating to Reality Labs, a business and research unit of Meta Platforms which produces virtual reality and augmented reality hardware and software.
  • Supporting Sage with all data protection aspects of its financial services focussed software.
  • Advised Pure Health on its acquisition of the Circle Health Group.

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Rhiannon Webster

Other key lawyers

Amanda Ludlow, Shehana Cameron-Perera, Tom Brookes