Simon is a data protection and cyber security expert, specialising in contentious matters. He has extensive experience of providing advice and support to clients who suffer personal data breaches, and acting in relation to related regulatory investigations and enforcement action.
Experience
Prior to joining WBD in October 2022, Simon acted in relation to the following notable matters:
- Provision of advice and support in relation to a ransomware attack affecting a global business. Advising in relation to incident response and related regulatory investigations
- Provision of advice and support in relation to a large-scale business email compromise affecting a global business. Advising in relation to global incident response strategy and related regulatory investigations and litigation
- Provision of advice and representation in relation to ICO enforcement proceedings concerning an organisation's electronic marketing practices and PECR compliance
- Provision of advice and representation in relation to an ICO investigation concerning an organisation's data processing activities and GDPR compliance.