Privacy and Data Protection

INTRODUCTION

Alliance Law Firm is a commercial law firm with a strong foundation in data protection compliance, advisory, and litigation. With the increased global regulation on the processing of personal data by public and private organizations, we understand that successful businesses will seek the assistance of our well-informed data protection and privacy experts who understand their businesses and are ready to provide responsive and pragmatic advice that will meet their needs and at the same time comply with data protection and privacy laws. Alliance Law Firm is a Data Protection Compliance Organization (DPCO) duly licensed and certified by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission. Our Privacy lawyers are highly sought after by both local and international corporations due to their informed knowledge and understanding of the ecosystem which is used in assisting organizations to navigate the complex data protection and privacy compliance requirements. Our clients benefit from a comprehensive suite of data protection services involving data protection audit, cross-border transfer of personal data, data protection impact assessment, vendor assessment, data protection due diligence in mergers and acquisitions, risk assessment, data subject access request (DSAR), data protection dispute resolution, etc. Also, we are frequently engaged to represent our clients in discussions and negotiations with data protection authorities with whom we maintain and sustain a cordial and friendly relationship. We have been invited to lead discussions on data protection-related topics by organizations such as the Digital Right Lawyers Initiative, Nigeria Internet Governance Forum, Privacy Hub Africa, Privacy Conference Nigeria, ESQ Training Limited, the Moot Academy, etc. We are also professional members of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), the International Network of Privacy Law Professionals, the Association of Privacy Lawyers in Africa, and Privacy Hub Africa. As thought leaders in privacy and data protection practice, we have a myriad of publications relating to the subject matter which provides clarity on all aspects of data protection laws and regulations.

DATA PROTECTION SERVICE EXPERIENCE

• Advised a multinational data services corporation on its data compliance issues with the sector regulator
• Provided a legal opinion to a leading telecommunication company operating in Nigeria, Africa, and globally with respect to an alleged data breach that was being investigated by the NDPB (now NDPC) and other law enforcement
• Provided data protection audit and remediation services for an Indigenous E & P Company
• Advised Immigration and Refugee Board of a Country on the international transfer of data and processing of BVN of immigrants for tracking
• We have reviewed the Data Protection Bill, 2020
• Provided legal opinion to a Fintech company on data protection compliance requirements and legal implications for the international transfer of personal data under the Nigeria Data Protection
• Provided data protection audit and remediation services for medical start-up
• Provided risk assessment and data protection audit for an international exploration and production company.
• Advise legal entities on the current legal obligations and ancillary risks of Artificial Intelligence, internet law, and technology laws across various jurisdictions.
• Prepare necessary data protection documentation, opinions, and reports on standards to multinational data controllers and data processors to support management decisions and enquiries; and ensure that business operations are fully compliant with the NDPR, GDPR, and other sector-specific data protection regulations.
• Organize training for employees of data controllers on data protection policies, procedures, practices, and techniques, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to safeguard all customers’ personal data.