Richard Kemp takes a look at how GDPR has put data retention in law firms under the spotlight.
“Law firms have traditionally been magpie minded about information but developing rules are increasingly deterring firms from retaining anything that glitters and are encouraging a more disciplined and structured approach.”
Data Retention in Law Firms
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Richard has built an outstanding reputation for advice that combines commerciality and client service with innovative legal solutions to the business challenges of technology development, deployment and regulation. As a tech lawyer, Richard is top ranked in Chambers UK 2025, named in Legal 500’s Hall of Fame 2025 and has been recognised by peers in Best Lawyers since 2009.
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