Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Law
Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Law
in an AI-Driven World
Data breaches, regulatory investigations, and privacy litigation are no longer abstract risks — they are operational realities. SIRI Law LLP provides legal-led advisory on data privacy compliance, breach response, AI data governance, and cybersecurity regulatory obligations — combining deep DPDPA, 2023 knowledge with global framework expertise including GDPR and CCPA.
Overview
Privacy Law Is Evolving Faster Than Most Businesses Can Track
India’s data protection landscape has fundamentally changed with the DPDPA, 2023. Businesses face enforceable obligations with penalties up to ₹250 crore for serious violations.
SIRI Law LLP advises on DPDPA readiness, breach response protocols, cross-border data transfer mechanisms, privacy policy frameworks, and DPIAs. Our cyber law practice interfaces directly with our cybersecurity team for end-to-end incident response.
AI Data Governance
AI & Privacy: The New Compliance Priority
AI systems ingest personal data during training, process it during inference, and may output it in unexpected ways. The DPDPA and GDPR impose obligations that apply directly to AI data use.
We advise organisations on AI governance frameworks including AI data audits, training data provenance records, and consent-layering strategies for AI-powered products.
Services Offered
What We Handle
- DPDPA, 2023 gap analysis and compliance roadmap
- Privacy policy and notice drafting (DPDPA, GDPR, IT Rules)
- Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
- Breach notification advisory — CERT-In, Data Protection Board
- Cross-border data transfer mechanisms and SCCs
- Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) with vendors
- AI training data governance and consent frameworks
- DPDPA compliance for AI-powered products and services
- Cyber risk insurance coverage advisory
- Privacy litigation and regulatory investigation defence
- Employee data monitoring and HR data compliance
- Incident response — legal strategy + technical coordination
- GDPR compliance for Indian businesses with EU operations
- Records of Processing Activities (RoPA)
- Data subject rights handling procedures
- Privacy by design advisory for product development
Client Benefits
Why Clients Choose SIRI Law LLP
Legal + Technical Integration
Privacy advisory coordinated with our cybersecurity practice — giving legal and technical incident response from a single firm.
DPDPA Specialists
We advise on full DPDPA compliance lifecycle — from consent architecture to Data Fiduciary obligations and grievance mechanisms.
AI Data Governance Expertise
We understand how AI systems use data and advise specifically on privacy implications of training, inference, and AI output.
Breach Response Readiness
We help clients build pre-breach response plans so when an incident occurs, legal notifications happen on time.
Global Framework Coverage
Clients with overseas operations receive advice on GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable frameworks in coordination.
Representative Matters
Typical Engagements
All matters described generically to protect client confidentiality.
DPDPA Readiness – Fintech
Advised a fintech company on full DPDPA compliance — consent architecture redesign, updated privacy notices, DPA template for 40+ vendors, and documented grievance mechanism.
Breach Response – Healthcare
Managed legal breach response for a healthcare provider following unauthorised access — coordinating CERT-In notification, patient notification strategy, and regulatory engagement.
AI Data Governance
Advised an AI product company on a GDPR and DPDPA-compliant training data governance framework including data source audits and consent validation.
Privacy Litigation
Represented a company facing a consumer complaint for alleged misuse of personal data — successfully defending with documentation of consent and purpose limitation.
What to Expect
Client Outcomes
Compliance Confidence
Clients receive a documented, auditable compliance framework — not just a policy document — that demonstrates accountability under the DPDPA.
Breach-Ready Response Plans
Notification timelines, escalation protocols, and communication templates so breach response is swift and legally correct.
AI Governance Documentation
Clients deploying AI receive a privacy-compliant AI data governance policy satisfying regulators and enterprise procurement requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the penalty under India’s DPDPA, 2023 for a data breach?
The DPDPA, 2023 provides for penalties up to ₹250 crore for failure to implement reasonable security safeguards. Penalties are tiered and imposed by the Data Protection Board. Proactive compliance is the most effective risk mitigation.
Does GDPR apply to Indian businesses?
GDPR applies to any organisation processing personal data of EU data subjects — regardless of where the organisation is based. Indian businesses with EU customers, employees, or users must comply with GDPR obligations.
Do we need a DPIA for our AI system?
Under GDPR, DPIAs are mandatory for processing likely to result in high risk — which generally includes large-scale processing and automated decision-making. We advise clients to conduct DPIAs proactively.
Build Your Privacy Compliance Framework Today
All consultations are confidential. We will assess your current position and advise on the compliance gap.
Also see: Corporate & Commercial Law · Managed Security Services