Charles Christie

Charles Christie is an Associate at Bird & Bird's Dubai office. His practice focuses on Data Protection Law, assisting clients with commercial, technology and data-related issues across the Middle East, with a primary focus on the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

His work involves drafting and providing advice on a wide variety of agreements, including terms and conditions, agency and distribution contracts, sponsorship and partnership deals, technology licensing, procurement and outsourcing agreements, as well as compliance with marketing laws and regulations governing digital promotional content.

He has substantial experience in data protection, guiding clients through compliance audits, data mapping, intra-group data sharing, international data transfers, data subject rights, direct marketing and cybersecurity requirements. He is also highly experienced in helping clients address the legal complexities that arise in the event of data breaches.

He has previously been named as a key data privacy lawyer in Legal 500 and has co-authored a chapter of a global publication on electronic vehicle regulation.