Data Protection

Gerry Facenna KC tends to a varied client base of individuals and organisations which request and hold information, and regularly acts for public authorities, including the Information Commissioner itself, offering advice on all aspects of data protection and freedom of information. He has an extensive track record of appearing in cutting-edge cases in forums including the Supreme Court and the CJEU.

"Gerry is highly regarded and formidable."

"Gerry is a super star."

Julianne Morrison is highly proficient in public law matters with an information focus, including environmental, freedom of information and data protection cases. She draws on experience at many levels of the courts, with an affinity for representing claimants, data-controlling companies and public entities including the Information Commissioner.

"Julianne is extremely clever and knowledgeable. She has a detailed understanding of data protection and information law."

"Her technical knowledge and obsession in data protection is great."

Laura Elizabeth John is frequently selected to represent the Information Commissioner, and accustomed to appearing as sole counsel against King's Counsel. Security clearance allows her to tackle sensitive matters relating to national security, including cases involving the disclosure of personal information by public authorities.

"Laura really knows her stuff and is an absolute pleasure to work with."

Nikolaus Grubeck is a well-regarded barrister who tends to represent claimants or the Information Commissioner in important data protection cases. He is particularly experienced in matters concerning the use of personal data by large online companies.

"Nikolaus is superb. He has very good judgement on what works and what does not. He has a very clear writing style."

"Nikolaus is one of the most intelligent people I know."

"He is extremely good at getting across the detail and being thoroughly familiar with it. He has the ability to marshal detailed factual info. He is easy to work with."

Conor McCarthy has a well-recognised practice, appearing in major claims surrounding breaches of the Data Protection Act. He acts for both claimants and government departments.

"Conor is highly knowledgeable. He is quick to grasp complex legal and factual issues and is always on top of the documents. He is a pleasure to work with."

"Conor has a genuinely creative flare. He looks substantially at proper solutions to a case."

"Conor is unbelievably clever. He has first-rate market knowledge. He is very good in writing and is good with clients."

Eric Metcalfe is regularly engaged in a wide range of data protection and freedom of information cases. He frequently acts for third sector clients, government departments and the ICO.

"Eric produces very good written work and is also excellent on his feet."

Will Perry has a growing practice in the data protection field. He advises in relation to FOI and misuse of data matters and in novel issues related to AI. He acts for the Information Commissioner, among a wide variety of clients from public bodies to private individuals.

"He handles information calmly and coolly."

"Will is brilliant. He always goes the extra mile and is always a pleasure to work with."

Brendan McGurk KC offers broad expertise in data law. In particular, he is noted for his experience in data breach matters as well as advising on GDPR compliance.

"Brendan is always impressive."