ByrneWallace LLP Partner with The Legal 500 Data Protection & Cyber Security Comparative Guide

Wednesday, 11 May 2022

The ByrneWallace LLP Cyber Security and Privacy and Data Protection team are pleased to have authored The Legal 500: Data Protection & Cyber Security Comparative Guide.
 
Written by Partner and Head of Cyber Security, Jon Legorburu, and Privacy & Data Protection partners Seán O’Donnell and Zelda Deasy, the Guide provides an overview of the legal and regulatory framework governing data protection and privacy within Ireland. This comprehensive Guide also looks at expected changes to the data protection and privacy law landscape, and the requirements on organisations to comply with data protection in Ireland.
 
Commenting on the publication of the Guide, Jon said, “In an ever evolving technological landscape, there is an increased threat of cyber-attacks. Organisations need to manage their reputational and financial risks by ensuring that they are protecting their data and complying with data privacy law. 
 
“ByrneWallace LLP has long been focused on the implications of cyber security and data breaches, which is an increasing concern for both private and public sector organisations. As the first large Irish law firm to achieve ISO 27001 accreditation, we have a unique understanding of the challenges organisations face in relation to data security, cybercrime and ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation. Our dedicated team of lawyers offer a cross-departmental solution, working with clients to implement a robust strategy, and support in the immediate aftermath of personal data breaches, providing practical guidance on mitigating steps, reporting requirements, and completing document reviews.”
 
The Legal 500’s Country Comparative Guides are produced in association with the world’s leading lawyers and provide a practical overview of the laws and regulations in key jurisdictions, for specific practice areas. Each country chapter is written by a renowned firm and provides analysis of current trends and developments within particular practice areas. The Data Protection & Cyber Security Comparative Guide provides readers with a deeper understanding of pressing issues within the specified sector.
 
To read the Guide, please click here.