As the frequency and sophistication of cyber threats continue to escalate across all industries, BTO’s team of specialists from across the firm offers clients immediate, pragmatic and comprehensive legal advice and support.

The CyberProtect service is designed to assist organisations before, during, and after a cyber-attack, helping them to mitigate risks, ensure legal and regulatory compliance and manage complex incidents with confidence.

Lynn Richmond, a partner in BTO’s IP, media, tech & data team said: “Our clients are increasingly concerned about the impact of cybercrime – from data breaches to ransomware attacks.

“BTO’s CyberProtect team provides a dedicated, expert-led service that guides organisations through every stage of the incident lifecycle, combining legal insight with fast, effective action.”

Key features of the CyberProtect service include:

• Cyber incident response: Rapid legal support in the event of a data breach, ransomware attack, or other cyber event.
• Regulatory and legal risk advice: Guidance on GDPR compliance, ICO notifications, and obligations specific to various industries.
• Cyber fraud support: Advice on fraud prevention, response, and asset recovery in the wake of cyber-related crime.

Ramsay Hall, a partner in BTO’s financial crime, compliance & investigations team added: “BTO’s multidisciplinary team ensures clients receive a tailored, end-to-end legal service that supports not only crisis response, but also long-term risk mitigation strategies.

“This new service underscores BTO’s commitment to helping clients navigate the evolving landscape of cyber threats with certainty and clarity.”