Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Legal Advisory
Compliance with the DPDPA 2023 is not a one-time paper exercise. I help leadership teams and boards build defensible data governance frameworks that prevent liability before it impacts your operations.
My partner, Jitendra Soni, shared his analysis with Asian Legal Business on the Draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules. He highlighted the practical challenges of the mandatory breach notification requirements, which could create operational burdens and reduce the effectiveness of the notification mechanism.
I am pleased to have successfully represented a client in a significant cyber negligence case, securing a compensation of ₹2.75 Crores under the IT Act. This result underscores my capability in handling complex technology disputes and holding service providers accountable for security lapses like unauthorized SIM swaps.
My partner, Jitendra Soni, provided valuable insights to law students on the Digital Personal Data Protection Act. He delved into the intricacies of this landmark legislation and the importance of leveraging technology for compliance while safeguarding personal data.
My partner, Jitendra Soni, will be delivering a guest lecture on the 'Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023'. He will share his expert insights on this new era of data protection law in India.
In this podcast, my partner Udit Mendiratta and I decode the new Telecommunications Act 2023. We discuss the shift from a licensing to an authorization regime and the new rules for spectrum allocation, which are critical for any company operating in the telecom sector.
My partner, Neha Madan, spoke on a panel discussing India's Data Protection Framework. The discussion covered key execution challenges and hurdles that businesses will face in complying with the new data privacy laws.
In this episode, we explore the enforcement mechanism of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act. I discuss the powers of the new Data Protection Board of India, the inquiry process, and the significant penalties for non-compliance, which can extend up to ₹250 crores.
About this collection
Most organizations believe their current privacy policy is sufficient, but operational reality often fails to match legal intent. When navigating the DPDPA 2023, the biggest risk is not just a missing document, but an unmonitored data flow that exposes your board to strict liability. I focus on bridging the gap between how your technology actually processes data and what the law requires, ensuring your consent mechanisms stand up to regulatory scrutiny.
Beyond Paper Compliance
Many businesses treat data protection as a routine IT task. It is not. With the enforcement of the DPDPA 2023 and the rigorous standards of the IT Act 2000, cybersecurity negligence has moved from a technical issue to a boardroom priority. My approach is to move beyond templates and audit your actual data architecture.
Core Areas of Advisory
- Data Fiduciary Audits: We map your business processes to identify how you collect, process, and store personal data. We identify gaps in consent management and data retention.
- Cyber Negligence Disputes: I have a track record of handling high-stakes litigation, including successfully securing ₹2.75 crores in compensation for clients in major cyber negligence cases. If a breach occurs, we manage the fallout, regulatory reporting, and legal defence.
- Boardroom Governance: I advise directors on Section 166 liabilities as they relate to digital infrastructure. We ensure that when questions about AI adoption or data privacy arise, the board has the documentation to prove due diligence.
Why Start Now?
Regulatory scrutiny is increasing, and the 'I did not know' defence does not apply under strict liability frameworks. We help you establish protocols for breach notification, DPO appointment, and third-party data processor management. Whether you are a fintech firm needing sector-specific compliance or a large enterprise restructuring your data policies, we provide a roadmap that focuses on business continuity and risk reduction rather than just ticking boxes.
Krishnava Dutt
I am Krishnava Dutt, and I believe legal counsel should anticipate risks before they enter the boardroom. My team at Argus Partners provides direct, practical guidance on data privacy and cybersecurity, ensuring your compliance measures are as robust as your business strategy.
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