Paula Barrett
Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLPSome of the largest technology, retail, financial services and life sciences businesses turn to Eversheds Sutherland (International) LLP, knowing that the team ‘understands the client well and tailors advice accordingly’. The practice is well versed in AI, online safety, data and access issues which traverse data, competition, consumer and criminal law. Paula Barrett acts as the firm’s privacy, information and cybersecurity group lead for the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America and Asia, as well as co-leading the global practice. Liz Fitzsimons is another key name, and is singled out as ‘a real expert in this area’.
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- 'The team has excellent expert knowledge and gives good practical advice. They understands the client well and tailors advice accordingly.'
- 'Liz Fitzsimons is a real expert in this area and provides very practical advice based on a strong understanding of ICO practice etc.'
- 'Experts in their field and also very pragmatic and commercial. Their advice is always realistic and their understanding of technology and the sectors is excellent.'
- 'David Hughes is an expert in the field and sector.'
Key clients
- Meta
- Dyson
- LHR Airports Ltd (Heathrow Airport)
- Akamai
- Thames Water Utilities Ltd
- Specsavers
- DWR Cymru Welsh Water
- IATA
- Keurig Dr Pepper
- NEST Corporation
- MicroStrategy
- Kering Group
- WC Bradley
- National Grid
- Telford & Wrekin Council
- Ecclesiastical Insurance Office plc
- South London Coroner
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Paula Barrett