Data Protection
Our data protection and privacy team are experts in this evolving area of law. We advise clients in a wide range of industries including, media, advertising and marketing, retail, motor, childcare and education, recruitment, healthcare, technology and ecommerce.
We assist organisations in ensuring compliance with data protection and privacy regulations, particularly the GDPR. We advise on contractual arrangements for outsourcing data processing, international data transfers, including standard contractual clauses, binding corporate rules and the EU/US privacy shield.
We are experts in drafting all policies and notices required under data protection law, including privacy statements, data protection policies, breach management policies, CCTV polices. We also assist and advise clients on data protection impact assessments.
We have significant expertise in advising on data protection and privacy in the context of marketing, advertising and ecommerce. This including advising on both electronic and non-electronic marketing campaigns. We also advise on the use of cookies, data analytics and targeted and programmatic advertising.
The team is very experienced in dealing with the Data Protection Commission. We advise clients on notifying data breaches to the Data Protection Commission. We represent clients in enforcement actions taken by the Data Protection Commission including prosecutions under the Electronic Privacy Regulations.
Together with our colleagues from our employment team, we advise clients on all data protection and privacy issues arising in the context of the employment relationship. This includes drafting privacy notices for employees, advising on data access requests and advising on data protection issues in workplace disputes.
We also assist clients with data protection litigation.
Services
- Data protection and privacy compliance advice, particularly the GDPR
- Drafting data protection policies, privacy statements, breach management policies, CCTV policies
- Advising on international data transfers, including standard contractual clauses, binding corporate rules and the EU/US privacy shield
- Drafting and advising on data processing and data transfer agreements.
- Advising on the use of personal data for direct marketing
- Advising on targeted and programmatic advertising and data analytics
- Assisting with data access requests
- Assisting with data protection impact assessments
- Advising on data protection and privacy in the employment relationship
- Record retention and deletion advice
- Dealing with enforcement actions and prosecutions by the Data Protection Commission
- Data protection litigation
What clients say: Data Protection
'David Phelan is very good with clients and does a lot of interesting media work'
'Anne is a thought leader and industry expert and ensures that clients receive exceptional care and tailored support in a holistic and collaborative manner.'
'Anne Lyne is a steadfast trusty solicitor who is an expert in her field.'
'She brings a common sense and well-informed approach to her work, coupled with a broad knowledge of the most up-to-date case law, precedents and current trends.'
'Breda is one of the best in her field.'
'Breda is absolutely fantastic. She is exceptionally good at what she does.'
'Breda is the best in the Irish market in terms of her ability and reputation, she is superb in handling a wide range of complicated employment matters.'
‘Real commercial focus, always keep at the front of their minds the client's commercial imperatives.’
‘We highly value and trust Hayes Solicitors in the area of data protection law, in particular.’
‘An ability to develop trusting, grounded relationships. Breda O'Malley has been exceptional.’
‘Breda O’Malley's deep knowledge, professionalism, and personable approach have been truly impressive. Furthermore, their dedication to being results-driven has consistently led to outstanding outcomes.'
'Breda O’Malley's deep knowledge, professionalism, and personable approach have been truly impressive. Furthermore, their dedication to being results-driven has consistently led to outstanding outcomes. Catherine Jane O’Rourke's extensive knowledge, professionalism, and approachable demeanour have made our interactions both pleasant and productive'
‘Breda O’Malley is always personable and solution focused. She prepares a direction that is measured, calculated and in the best interests of the company but also respectful of all parties. Niamh Cassidy is proactive, efficient, thoughtful and again comes with a very pragmatic approach to business challenges that can be resolved in a cautious and caring manner.'
‘I specifically was dealing with Breda O’Malley. She was very knowledgeable and supportive. I felt she was absolutely on my side and I could trust her and her team.'
‘We have mostly worked with Cian Clinch who is a stand-out partner. We very much valued his flexibility and availability when needed at short notice.'
'Cian Clinch understood the underlying ethos of our business and was guided by it when speaking to vendors on our behalf, showing the ability to seek compromise or deal with issues firmly but respectfully as needed.’
‘The individuals at Hayes are knowledgeable and reliable. Specific partners, such as David Phelan, I’ve worked with are proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering results, making them a pleasure to collaborate with.’
‘David Phelan has been a long-standing advisor to the organisation. He combines razor-sharp intellect with an innate understanding of our business. He has a wide breadth of experience and expertise.’
‘Laura Fannin is my main contact. Always available, always cuts to the chase. Not afraid to advise on the commercially sound approach.’
'Laura Fannin is an exceptional professional in her area of expertise. Laura's expertise of data protection law, especially around cookies and other technologies and the complexity around consent in this context, is unmatched in my experience.'
‘Cian Clinch has been excellent. Always available and level headed with a great strategic approach to complex litigation.’