International law firm Gowling WLG has strengthened its Data Protection and Cyber Security team with the appointment of Loretta Pugh as a partner in London.

Loretta is a specialist data protection, information governance and cyber security lawyer. Loretta covers all sectors, including tech, life sciences, financial services, energy and real estate. Her work may be domestic or international in nature.

In joining Gowling WLG, Loretta will co-lead the Data Protection and Cyber Security practice in the UK. She will support clients in navigating the many challenges associated with data use and exploitation, engaging her extensive experience of advising clients with a pragmatic and business relevant approach. Loretta has a particular interest in the exploitation of data and the use of new technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI).

She joins the firm from CMS where she was a partner for over six years.

Loretta said: I am delighted to join Gowling WLG and be part of the firm's next stage of growth. I look forward to building on the already extremely strong sector teams and supporting clients in facing the various challenges they face in the areas in which I practice.

Jocelyn Paulley, Co-lead of Data Protection and Cyber Security at Gowling WLG, said: Loretta is an exceptional data protection lawyer and we're delighted to welcome her as part of our growth strategy for the team and the wider firm. Loretta's appointment should enhance and optimise our ability to serve our clients in relation to their data protection, privacy and cyber security needs.

Gowling WLG's team of data protection lawyers spans across multiple jurisdictions. The firm has extensive experience advising national and international clients on their data protection, privacy and cyber security requirements. In relation to cyber security, the team can help strengthen cyber security defences, protect data and manage cyber breaches.

This news story was originally published on the firm’s website.