Data Protection

Ben Jaffey KC has a well-regarded practice at the intersection of public and data protection law. He has detailed knowledge of the many controversies surrounding the collection of communications data by government agencies.

"Ben has the biggest legal brain in the room. He thrives when figuring things out."

"Ben is off-the-charts bright and super easy to work with."

"Ben is very good."

Jason Pobjoy is building an impressive data protection practice that sees him acting for a wide range of clients including individuals, government departments and public entities. He has experience acting at various levels of court, including the First-tier and Upper Tribunals and also before the ICO in matters related to freedom of information requests and issues under the Data Protection Act 2018.

"Jason is very meticulous and lovely to deal with."

"He is able to assimilate the information so rapidly and give you a five-point plan on strategy. He is like having an AI in your pocket."

Gayatri Sarathy is called upon to offer advice on data protection matters in the public law realm, often challenging central government in data judicial review claims. She is experienced in matters concerning the intelligence services' data practices, along with issues arising from COVID-19 contact tracing.

"Gayatri is incredibly smart and hard-working. Her written work is astonishing."

James Eadie KC appears for the government in its most significant and high-profile matters in the role of Treasury Devil, and enjoys a position of great renown as an advocate of the highest order. His work in information law includes defending the compatibility of ministerial decisions with data protection and freedom of information legislation. Eadie has handled a number of landmark cases in the field.

"He is well-regarded."

Kate Gallafent KC is well placed to advise a range of clients on the Data Protection and Freedom of Information Acts and breaches thereof.

"Kate is very clever."