Bates Wells is differentiated by its standout know-how in relation to the charity and not-for-profit sector – where Lawrence Simanowitz and Hannah Lyons are just some of the key contacts – and its expertise in matters relating to electoral data use. Practice head Eleonor Duhs, whom clients regard as being ‘amazingly experienced and well connected’, is regularly involved with legislation drafting, and is consequently well placed to advise on emerging technologies, including AI.
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Testimonials
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- 'Excellent and timely data protection advice.'
- 'Responsive, thorough, clever, and detail-oriented.'
- 'Rayhaan Vankalwala is a top-notch data privacy expert. Exceptional service.'
- 'Eleonor Duhs is clearly amazingly experienced and well connected and we are glad to have her advising on and supporting our activities.'
- 'Eleonor Duhs is highly approachable, easy to contact and flexible in her approach.'
Key clients
- SOAS – Influencing the Corridors of Power Project
- The Times Newspapers
Work highlights
- Providing briefings on data privacy and information law topics to SOAS in relation to its Influencing the Corridors of Power project.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Eleonor Duhs