Data Protection Hamburg
Assistance with all GDPR-related questions
Professional consulting and representation in data protection law in Hamburg
With our expertise in IT law, we implement the data protection requirements in your company.
Expert and efficient support in data protection.
- Specialist lawyer for criminal law
- Specialist lawyer for IT law
- Top rated by clients
- Over 15 years of experience
- Specialist lawyer for criminal law
- Specialist lawyer for IT law
- Top rated by clients
- Over 15 years of experience
You can forget it!
Don't worry: We'll take care of data privacy in your company
In which situations are we there for you?
At SITTIG LAW in Hamburg, we support our clients with the complex aspects of data protection. Our services are aimed at companies and private individuals who require both preventive and reactive assistance.
Data Protection in Business
We will check whether you are complying with data protection regulations in your company and support you in doing so.
Regulatory authorities
Regulatory Authorities: In case of a conflict with regulatory authorities, we offer legal assistance and represent your interests.
Complaints
Should you receive a complaint from an affected person, we will guide you through the process of clarifying and resolving the matter.
Representation
We represent you out of court and in court if you are held liable for data protection violations.
Assistance in your case
What services do we offer?
Contract Design and Implementation
We offer in-depth legal advice on all aspects of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG). Our goal is to enable you to correctly implement data protection regulations. To this end, we will create the necessary contractual framework for you and support you in implementing the measures required in your company.
Audits
Audits are essential to ensure your practices comply with relevant data protection regulations. We will review your processes for GDPR compliance and support the implementation of legally compliant procedures.
Representation in Disputes
In the event of disputes, we will competently represent you in court and with the affected parties, whether you are sued civilly, whether a fine has been imposed on you and you have to defend yourself in administrative offense proceedings, or whether you are being prosecuted by authorities.
Training
We offer training courses aimed at empowering your employees in data protection law. This way, we ensure your team stays up-to-date with legal requirements and can actively minimize risks.
Why is our law firm in Hamburg the right one?
Our law firm in Hamburg specializes in IT law, criminal law, and data protection. With profound expertise and a deep understanding, we guide our Hamburg clients confidently through the complexities of legal requirements.
- Individual approach: Every client receives tailored advice from us. We understand that every organization has unique needs, and we adapt our strategies accordingly.
- Proactive Solutions We don't wait for data protection challenges - we anticipate and address them with proactive concepts.
We are convinced that data protection is more than just a legal requirement – it is an opportunity to strengthen trust and integrity in your business relationships.
Our firm stands by you as a partner in all data protection matters.
Frequently asked questions
In an initial assessment, we analyze your situation and identify the data protection challenges. This consultation serves as an introduction and an evaluation of how we can best assist you.
The cost of consultation depends on the scope and complexity of your request. After the initial assessment, we will provide you with a transparent offer based on a fixed hourly rate.
We strive to process requests as quickly as possible. You will typically receive an initial response from us within 24 hours on business days.
After the initial assessment, we will develop a customized plan, implement the agreed-upon measures, and provide ongoing support. Our collaboration is characterized by regular and close communication to effectively address your data protection concerns.
Personal data is information that can be directly or indirectly assigned to a natural person. This includes name, email address, phone number, location data, IP address, as well as factors such as a person's physical, physiological, genetic, psychological, economic, cultural, or social identifiers.
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a regulation of the European Union that has unified the protection of personal data within all EU member states since May 2018. It gives individuals more control over their own data and places strict requirements on companies and organizations regarding the processing of personal data.
Whether your company needs to appoint a data protection officer depends on various factors, including the type of data processing and the number of employees who regularly handle personal data.
In the event of a data breach, your company must notify the relevant data protection authority within 72 hours, provided the breach is likely to result in a risk to the rights and freedoms of natural persons. Affected individuals must also be informed if there is a high risk to them. It is important to have a procedure in place for responding to data breaches and to follow it.
Yes, companies and organizations can be subject to substantial fines for noncompliance with the GDPR. These fines can amount to up to 20 million euros or, in the case of a company, up to 4% of its global annual revenue from the previous fiscal year, whichever amount is higher. In addition, affected individuals may file claims for damages.
The „right to be forgotten“ is an important aspect of the GDPR, enabling individuals to request the deletion of their personal data when certain conditions are met. This primarily applies in situations where the data is no longer needed for its original purpose, consent for data processing has been withdrawn, or the data was unlawfully processed.
A consent under GDPR is a voluntary, specific, informed, and unambiguous statement of intent by which the data subject, by means of a declaration or a clear affirmative action, agrees to the processing of their personal data. To obtain effective consent, companies must ensure that they clearly and understandably inform about the purpose of data usage and provide an easy way to refuse or withdraw consent.
Data minimization is a principle of the GDPR which states that only the minimum necessary personal data should be collected and processed for the respective purpose. To implement data minimization, companies should regularly review their data processing practices, delete unnecessary data in a timely manner, and ensure that only data required for a specific, legitimate purpose is collected.
To ensure GDPR compliance, companies should conduct an inventory of data processing activities, update data protection policies, train employees, establish procedures for data subject rights, and implement technical and organizational measures to protect personal data. It is also advisable to conduct regular compliance checks and appoint a data protection officer if necessary.
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