Malta’s data protection framework is robust, aligning closely with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This alignment ensures that organisations operating within Malta adhere to high standards of data protection and privacy, safeguarding individuals’ rights and fostering trust.
At VB Advocates we provide dynamic legal services to assist organisations in managing the complexities of data protection laws, ensuring compliance, and protecting individuals’ privacy rights. Our detailed approach ensures that we assist clients navigate the requirements of the GDPR and ensure compliance with its provisions, including data protection principles, data subject rights, and obligations for data controllers and processors. Our services include:
- Requirements: We assist clients in understanding and complying with GDPR provisions, including data protection principles, data subject rights, and obligations for data controllers and processors.
- Regulatory Guidance: Our team provides up-to-date advice on regulatory changes and their impact on data protection practices.
- Developing Policies: We help organisations develop robust data protection policies that align with GDPR and Maltese law.
- Drafting and Review: We draft and review data processing agreements, ensuring they clearly outline the responsibilities and obligations of data processors and controllers.
- Compliance Assurance: Our agreements are designed to ensure compliance with data protection requirements and mitigate legal risks.
- Mitigation Strategies: Our services include developing strategies to mitigate the impact of data breaches and prevent future occurrences.
- Commissioner Correspondence: We provide support in corresponding with the Information and Data Protection Commissioner, ensuring accurate and timely responses to regulatory inquiries.
- Compliance Reporting: Our team assists with compliance reporting requirements, ensuring thorough and accurate submissions.
- Assessing Data Protection Practices: assessing data protection practices to determine compliance with relevant laws and regulations through the development and review of policies and procedures and through the provision of training and awareness.
- Cross-border Transfer of Data