Privacy Protection and Data Processing

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Our firm is experienced in providing legal advice on data processing and security, privacy protection, and cyber protection.

We advise some of the largest Israeli and international companies, including cloud services providers, cellular and Internet communications groups, international and local technology giants, credit card issuers, insurance companies, pension and provident funds, banks, cosmetics companies, pharmaceutical companies, infrastructure companies, airlines, research and development centres, automotive and transport companies, government ministries and also start-ups processing personal information. The firm’s team has the technical and technological knowhow and understanding that enables the provision of comprehensive, relevant, and practical legal assistance to our clients.

The application of Israeli privacy protection and data security laws, and the GDPR where appropriate.
Compliance with implementation of the Privacy Protection (Data Security) Regulations, 2017 and related procedures.
International transfers of personal information.
The use of domestic and international cloud computing services.
The use of technological data collection tools, such as cookies and pixels, including third-party tools.
Drafting procedures and policy documents regarding data protection and security.
Opining on Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA) and projects involving the processing of personal information.
Drafting privacy statements and terms of use.
Data protection training.
Drafting data processing agreements, including agreements with outsourcing providers.
Representing organizations in proceedings (including supervisions, security breach notifications, demand for information and other regulatory matters) before the Privacy Protection Authority.
Drafting and implementing data processing and security compliance plans.
Advising on privacy and data processing in the context of labour law (employee monitoring, security clearances, use of security tools, monitoring personal devices, training, remote working, and employment agreements).
Advising on employee disciplinary proceedings for violation of information security procedures.
Assisting organizations in responding to data security incidents, and compiling data breach notifications to regulators and data subjects.
Defending data processing and security related class actions.
Defending class actions for sending unsolicited commercial communications (spam).
Advising on profiling.
Participation in legislative proceedings in connection with the protection of privacy and information security.
Advising on sector-specific privacy and information security regulations of the Capital Market, Insurance and Savings Authority, the Supervisor of Banks at the Bank of Israel, and the Securities Authority.
Obtaining licenses to develop, import, export and engage in means of encryption and cyber technologies.
Revising corporate cyber policy documents and advising companies affected by cyber-attacks.
Drafting position papers as part of public hearing proceedings.

"The team at AYR is super responsive and you can count on it in cases of time-sensitive issues."

“They are experienced in providing efficient advice and handling matters with a broad vision.”

“AYR have a strong team who know how to work together and support both each other and the client.”

"Eyal Sage’s team is dedicated and professional. They are very knowledgeable in the field of privacy and always have time to share some thoughts or discussions. In addition, they are highly updated in recent regulatory and legal developments which is, of course, of critical importance."

"We are very happy with the level of their work and their quick turnaround."

“Strong litigious practice in the field including the handling of class actions.”

“AYR carries out high-profile privacy projects demonstrating exceptional professionalism and dedication. Its lawyers are up to date on legal developments and think outside the box to deliver practical solutions.”

"We are very happy with the level of their work and their quick turnaround."

“Great value for money’ and has an impressive roster of mobile phone operator clients.”

“They are very professional, smart and sharp. They understand all of our business and truly know our goals.“

"They are professional, responsive and original. They work very well as a team, they are coordinated… I am very happy working with them."

“Highly regarded by clients. The firm has momentum.”

"AYR's work is perfect and detail oriented. They know the strategy."

The firm is ranked as a leading law firm in this field

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Eyal Roy Sage Partner

"They are very professional, smart and sharp. They understand all of our business and truly know our goals."

"The main important factor with AYR is the professionalism and dedication of the firm to the client. Availability and quick response to any request and issues are some of those strengths. The confidence we have that the firm will do its utmost to serve the case – it’s outstanding."

"Timely and quality work. Bringing us to the finish line well prepared and with a good outcome."

"There is a great symbiosis among the distinct teams of the firm and they all provide a comprehensive legal service."

"AYR carries out high-profile privacy projects demonstrating exceptional professionalism and dedication. Its lawyers are up to date on legal developments and think outside the box to deliver practical solutions."