Praised for combining ‘in-depth legal knowledge with a strategic vision closely aligned with clients' business needs’, the data protection and data privacy team at Hogan Lovells Spain delivers a robust offering across privacy, cybersecurity, and information management. The practice utilises the firm’s international footprint to act for both domestic and international clients on complex, cross-border mandates, including regulatory issues concerning AI, data governance, Big Data and international data transfers. Practice head Gonzalo Gállego is geared to handle a broad array of instructions related to AI, data breaches, and GDPR compliance. Santiago De Ampuero Castellanos handles a steady stream of contentious, compliance and commercial matters, while Juan Ramón Robles acts for a diverse client base from the insurance, healthcare, and technology sectors on data processing arrangements and GDPR compliance. Clara Lázaro is active in assisting clients with IT contracts, software licensing agreements, and data processing arrangements.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Quick responses. They're on top of things. Technical excellence.’
- ‘They are excellent. They combine in-depth legal knowledge with a strategic vision closely aligned with clients' business needs. Their cross-disciplinary expertise, encompassing related fields such as digital regulation, AI, and technology compliance, adds significant value. They are able to translate future requirements, even those yet to be defined, into practical advice for their clients.’
- ‘Technical excellence, a proactive, approachable, and decisive attitude allow them to become strategic partners for their clients, thanks to their strong customer focus. Special mention goes to Juan Ramón Robles and Santiago de Ampuero.’
- ‘A highly capable and cohesive team, with in-depth technical knowledge and considerable experience. They guarantee the success of any project.’
- ‘Excellent training and outstanding experience. They are approachable and accessible, and meticulously meet deadlines. They are a well-balanced and reliable team.’
- ‘The Hogan Lovells' Spain data privacy and data protection team has been very helpful to our company as we work through various data privacy issues, specifically GDPR.’
Key clients
- APPLUS+
Work highlights
Provided ongoing global support to the Applus+ group on data protection matters in Spain and other countries, including on GDPR compliance and other local data protection and e-privacy requirements.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Gonzalo F. Gállego
Other key lawyers
Santiago de Ampuero; Juan Ramón Robles; Clara Lázaro