Associate
Frédérique Allier is an Associate in the Paris office of Stephenson Harwood, admitted to the Paris and New York bars. She specializes in digital and personal data law, guiding clients through GDPR compliance, IT contracts and AI innovations.
Languages - French, English
Jurisdictions - Paris, New York
Frédérique advises French and international companies in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, AI software, hospitality and luxury, navigating complex digital projects and sector-specific regulations, including on the processing of health data.
Frédérique handles global Data Protection Officer (DPO) missions and provides end-to-end legal support, from steering compliance and leading internal team training, to drafting and negotiating agreements, as well as managing cybersecurity incidents and pre-litigation matters.
Outsourced DPO for multinational groups
Provided ongoing DPO services, managed GDPR compliance, led steering committees, and delivered staff training for clients in luxury, hospitality, and pharma sectors.
GDPR compliance for pharmaceutical groups
Oversaw GDPR compliance, managed data subject rights, coordinated with CNIL, and advised on health data sharing and cross-border transfers.
Data retention strategy for various sectors
Advised on compliant data retention and deletion policies, improving governance and reducing regulatory risk for multiple clients.
SaaS and license agreements for AI software publisher
Drafted and negotiated technology contracts covering data protection, AI, and IP issues for a leading AI software company.
Technology outsourcing contract negotiation
Counselled on contract negotiations with software publishers, ensuring GDPR compliance and robust data protection for outsourcing deals.
M&A due diligence for tech company acquisition
Reviewed IT, data protection, and commercial contracts as part of pre-acquisition due diligence, identifying and mitigating legal risks.
AI project compliance for client internal use
Guided the internal use of AI tools, ensuring GDPR compliance and managing risks in HR processes.
Cybersecurity crisis management for hospitality group
Led legal response to a data breach, including CNIL proceedings and pre-litigation with data subjects, mitigating reputational impact.
Trademark portfolio management
Advised on trademark strategy, managed filings, renewals, and opposition proceedings, strengthening clients’ IP portfolios.
IT litigation for software publisher
Defended a client in a data breach dispute involving systems managed by an IT provider, achieving a favorable resolution.
