Technology touches every aspect of modern life. We understand emerging technologies and work closely with clients to plan and implement their digital strategies through innovative legal solutions.

Rob Haniver

Partner, Technology and Commercial, EY Law Ireland

Passionate about technology, innovation and the possibilities they can unlock for business and society.

Rob is a Partner in EY Law Ireland’s Technology and Commercial practice.

Rob works with global and domestic organizations on the development and rollout of innovative technologies with a focus on technology and privacy laws, acting as a trusted advisor.

He advises on data protection and privacy, data governance, cybersecurity, platform regulation, technology procurement, outsourcing and transformation projects and emerging issues surrounding Artificial Intelligence and Web3.

Rob’s background is in technology, having worked as a certified systems engineer. His early legal career included secondments with global social medias, digital content and moderation projects.

Rob is an Irish qualified lawyer and member of the Law Society of Ireland. He has a bachelor’s degree in Business and Legal Studies (BBLS) from University College Dublin. He holds a diploma in Corporate Law and Governance from the Law Society of Ireland, is an Irish and European qualified Trade Mark Attorney.

How Robert is building a better working world

Technology has transformed the way the modern world works and communicates, generating massive benefits and possibilities. Rob helps clients maximize these opportunities through pragmatic and client-focused solutions, in a complex and ever-changing legal environment. He is also building legal compliance and trust into the design and running of employee and customer experiences across new and exciting social and economic interactions.

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