At RT Coopers Solicitors our clients are faced with data protection issues whether they are corporate companies, small and medium sized enterprises, charities or universities. We provide our clients with the legal knowledge and the practical tools necessary to become compliant under the Data Protection Act (DPA), whether they are transferring individual's data outside the European Economic Area (EEA) or storing data on websites or databases. Some of the issues we frequently come across are, difficulties in identifying personal from sensitive data, establishing whether adequate security measures are in place and whether all processing of data have been notified. Our data protection solicitors have considerable experience in advising and assisting organisations with data protection issues thus enabling them to become compliant under the DPA. We also offer training in data protection and IT security. Together with CCCL, we undertake data protection audits and provide companies with practical tips on how to successfully safeguard data.
Our Services
The firm is highly experienced in dealing with the transfer of individual's data to companies within the same organisations, different industries and across various countries. We offer a complete service to companies processing data or transferring data outside the EEA. We offer advice and assistance in relation to:
Advising Data Controllers and Data Processors
Advising in relation to Disputes regarding Breach of Confidential Information, Internal Processes and Procedures
Advising and assisting your organisations with Data Protection Notifications
Conducting Data Protection Audits
Drafting Internal Procedures and Policies, including Data Protection Policies
Ensuring your Organisation's Compliance with the DPA
Drafting Privacy Policies
Email Policies
Putting in Place Risk Management and Security Measures (working with your management Team)
Safe Harbor Agreements
Transferring Data Abroad - Advising on the Risks and Issues plus Advising and Assisting with Measures that should be put in place before Transfer of Data
"We were very pleased with the advice you gave us on data protection. It was clear, concise and practical and, as a result, our company has great confidence in processing individual’s data. We highly recommend your service.” Janine Dyer, shaunsmith+co.
