AI Issue 8 2017

Acquisition International - August 2017 53 High-Calibre Legal Advice “Clients receive first class, partner-led, commercial advice from a responsive team of talented lawyers who are committed to achieving the right outcomes for them. Our expertise covers a wide range of specialisms and industry sectors, but one example is our data protection experts, who can assist organisations with all aspects of GDPR compliance from data mapping to implementing a compliance strategy. “For some organisations, we have been helping them with a full information audit (including a data mapping exercise) and gap analysis. This service includes review existing consents, processes and records and identifying and review any contracts with third parties, where data processing is a relevant consideration. For other organisations, we have been checking that their processes and policies are compliant and assisting with staff training, to ensure they understand the requirements of the legislation.” Closing on a note of optimism, Andrew reveals the role that staff play in the success of Walker Morris LLP. “Our investment in recruiting high-calibre, specialist lawyers span several decades and has manifested itself in the emergence of several specialist legal practice areas, many of which are unique for a law firm outside London. For example, we have dedicated legal practices in financial services, consumer finance, regulatory, competition, retail, sports law, waste and energy, and healthcare, as well as a dedicated trademarks practice. “This means our clients have access to the highest quality, leading edge lawyers, who have strong commercial awareness and who understand the clients’ business. Our clients benefit from the firm’s investment in multi-disciplinary sector groups focused on their requirements.”