Technology Law · European Union
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Privacy obligations now reach into every corner of digital life — marketing, employee monitoring, cookies, AI and cross-border data flows. We match you, free of charge, with a privacy lawyer who advises businesses and individuals on their rights and duties every day, so you can navigate this fast-moving area with clarity and confidence.
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Who this is for
Privacy law shapes what every organisation and individual may do with personal information
Privacy law is the broader field governing how personal information is collected, used and protected — spanning data protection regulation, e-privacy rules on cookies and electronic marketing, workplace monitoring, and the rights individuals hold over their own data. It applies on both sides of the fence: to businesses deciding what they may legitimately do with customer, employee or user data, and to individuals whose privacy has been intruded upon and want to assert their rights or seek redress. As technology moves faster than legislation, new questions keep emerging around artificial intelligence, tracking, biometrics and profiling, and courts and regulators are still settling the boundaries. A privacy law specialist can tell you where the line sits today, help you stay on the right side of it, and act for you when a right has been breached.
Why people and businesses get stuck
Privacy is a moving target.
And the cost of a misjudgement keeps rising.
Rules, guidance and case law shift constantly, and what felt acceptable a year ago may not hold up now.
Tracking and marketing confusion
Cookies, analytics, pixels and marketing emails are each subject to overlapping e-privacy and data protection rules. Organisations frequently misjudge what consent or lawful basis is actually required, and consumers rarely know what rights they hold.
Workplace monitoring questions
Monitoring employees, reviewing their communications or using productivity tools raises specific privacy concerns. Employers often act without realising the limits, while employees struggle to know whether surveillance is lawful.
Rights that go unenforced
Individuals whose privacy has been invaded — through mishandled data, unwanted profiling or intrusive practices — often don’t know what they can demand or how to pursue it, leaving genuine harms unaddressed.
What you get
A privacy lawyer for whichever side of the line you stand on
We only match you with lawyers who specialise in privacy and data rights, whether you’re an organisation or an individual.
Compliance advice that fits
Your lawyer explains which privacy rules apply to your specific activities — marketing, tracking, monitoring, AI — and how to meet them without over-restricting legitimate business.
Rights and remedies explained
As an individual, understand exactly what privacy rights you hold, what you can request and what compensation or correction may be available when those rights are breached.
Policies and practices aligned
Get privacy notices, consent flows and internal practices reviewed and aligned with current rules, so your public statements genuinely match what your organisation actually does every day.
Representation in disputes
Whether you’re responding to a complaint or bringing one, your lawyer represents your interests throughout complaints, regulator contact and, where appropriate, formal court proceedings as well.
Coverage
Privacy lawyers across Europe
Privacy law is set at EU level but interpreted and enforced nationally, with meaningful differences between countries and across sectors. The right lawyer understands the framework and how it is applied where you are. We match cases across the following countries and beyond:
Frequently asked
Privacy law — common questions
How is privacy law different from data protection?
Data protection is the regulation of how personal data is handled, while privacy law is the wider field — covering not just data handling but also confidentiality, reputation, image rights, workplace monitoring and surveillance. Data protection is a central part of privacy, but the two are not identical.
Do I need consent for cookies on my website?
The rules on cookies and similar tracking come largely from e-privacy law, which generally requires prior consent for non-essential tracking, alongside the GDPR’s requirements. What counts as ‘essential’ and how consent must be obtained are common sources of error, so specific advice is worthwhile.
What privacy rights do I have as an individual?
You typically hold rights to be informed, to access, correct and delete your data, to object to processing and to restrict it, among others. The precise rights depend on the context and jurisdiction, and a lawyer can help you identify which apply and how to enforce them.
Can my employer monitor my work devices and communications?
Employers may have some legitimate monitoring rights, but they are not unlimited and are usually subject to proportionality, transparency and, often, consultation with employees or works councils. The lawful scope varies by country and situation, so it should be assessed case by case.
What can I do if a company mishandles my personal data?
You can typically complain to the relevant supervisory authority, request that the company correct or delete the data, and in some cases seek compensation for material or non-material harm. A lawyer can advise on the strongest route and handle the process for you.
How does AI and profiling fit into privacy law?
Automated processing and profiling raise specific obligations, including transparency and, for significant automated decisions, safeguards for individuals. As AI use grows, these questions are evolving rapidly, and specialist advice is often needed to know where the current line sits.
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