Personal Data Protection

Sadkowski and Partners lawyers have experience in matters related to the protection and processing of personal data. Our experts ensure that clients operate in accordance with Polish and international regulations, primarily including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Clients most frequently approach our experts in personal data protection with issues such as privacy policy, compliance audits, data security breaches, agreements concerning personal data, IT security, and trainings on current regulations related to data protection and cybersecurity.

Technology plays a crucial role in processing personal data. That is why our lawyers make every effort to understand the technologies used in a given sector. This allows for a better customisation of data protection provisions to the specific nature of the client’s business.

Furthermore, we have experience in preparing documentation and implementing security procedures in various industries, including those particularly vulnerable to cyberattacks or processing sensitive data. We cooperate with clients from sectors such as medical, IT, e-commerce, and universities.

The ability to quickly respond to data security incidents is also crucial. Our lawyers have experience in developing response strategies, including notifying supervisory authorities or individuals whose data has been affected.

In the field of personal data protection, we provide comprehensive services, particularly supporting in the following ways:

• we conduct risk analyses in the field of personal data protection,
• we conduct audits of data processing compliance with GDPR and other applicable regulations,
• we provide legal opinions regarding the assessment of the necessity to appoint a Data Protection Officer, as well as maintaining a record of processing activities,
• we review data processing agreements or draft agreements from scratch;
• we provide opinions on cross-border transfers of personal data (within the EEA and to third countries),
• we prepare appropriate contracts, procedures, regulations, and other documentation (including privacy policy, security policies, instructions for managing the information system),
• we provide advice on legal requirements and offer consultations  in crisis situations, including breaches of personal data processing principles,
• we conduct trainings tailored to the specific needs of each company, taking into account the specifics of its operations, 
• we prepare the company for inspections by the President of the Personal Data Protection Office (UODO),
• we represent clients in proceedings before both public authorities and courts in matters related to the processing of personal data.

The importance of personal data protection is growing with technological advancements. Through appropriate actions, various abuses can be effectively prevented, confidentiality-based competitiveness maintained, and trust built among counterparts. Contact our experts to ensure the proper protection of personal data!