Data Protection and Privacy

Helping You Stay Compliant, Accountable, and Secure

Data protection is no longer just a legal obligation. It is a fundamental part of how organisations build trust, manage risk, and operate responsibly. With increased regulatory enforcement, evolving digital risks, and growing public awareness of data rights, organisations must approach data protection as an integral part of their governance framework.

At GB Partners, we assist businesses and service providers with practical legal advice on compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Maltese Data Protection Act, Chapter 586 of the Laws of Malta. Whether you are acting as a data controller, processor, or joint controller, we support you in meeting your legal obligations under data protection law, from initial planning and documentation to handling regulatory queries and responding to complex legal issues.

Our services include:

  1. Reviewing and drafting privacy policies, internal data protection procedures, and record-keeping systems
  2. Advising on lawful bases for processing, consent mechanisms, and special category data
  3. Guidance on fulfilling data subject rights, including access, rectification, restriction, portability, and erasure, and handling subject access requests
  4. Drafting and negotiating data processing agreements (DPAs) with vendors, contractors, and cloud service providers
  5. Advising on cross-border data transfers
  6. Assistance with data breach response, including legal risk assessments, breach notifications to the Information and Data Protection Commissioner (IDPC), and communication with affected individuals
  7. Advising on marketing practices, cookies and tracking technologies
  8. Training and awareness sessions for internal teams and compliance officers
  9. Support for sector-specific compliance, including in education, finance, healthcare, digital platforms, and professional services

We understand that data protection is not always straightforward, especially where digital infrastructure, cross-border operations, or human behaviour create complexity.

At GB Partners, we provide clear and practical legal advice that helps you meet data protection requirements while ensuring your data governance practices support your wider business objectives.