Laurie Anne Ancenys
About Laurie Anne Ancenys
Laurie Anne Ancenys is a Partner and Head of the Paris Tech & Data Practice at A&O Shearman, specializing in global digitalization projects, including artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicles. She has extensive experience in data privacy and personal data protection, having previously held positions at Allen & Overy and Gide Loyrette Nouel.
Work at A&O Shearman
Laurie Anne Ancenys currently serves as a Partner and the Head of the Paris Tech & Data Practice at A&O Shearman. She has held this position since 2024, focusing on global digitalization projects, particularly in artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicles. Her role involves leading a team that specializes in technology and data-related legal matters in the Paris Area, France.
Previous Experience in Paris Tech & Data Practice
Before joining A&O Shearman, Ancenys worked at Allen & Overy from 2017 to 2024 as Avocat and Counsel, where she was also the Head of the Paris Tech & Data Practice. Her career in this field began at Gide Loyrette Nouel, where she worked as Avocat à la Cour from 2013 to 2017. This extensive experience in leading tech and data practices has equipped her with significant expertise in the sector.
Education and Expertise
Laurie Anne Ancenys has a diverse educational background. She studied Derecho at Universidad Complutense de Madrid, earning a Licenciatura en Derecho. She also holds an LLM in Intellectual Property and Information Society Law from the University of Alicante. Additionally, she studied Droit at the University of Paris I: Panthéon-Sorbonne. Ancenys has been studying for her qualifications as an Avocat and a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales since 2007 and 2009, respectively.
Focus on Data Privacy and Technology Law
Ancenys has a strong focus on Data Privacy and Personal Data Protection within her legal practice. She specializes in negotiating and drafting Information Technology agreements and Corporate IT transactions. Her expertise extends to information technology and data fields, making her a key figure in legal matters related to digitalization and technology.
Early Career and Internships
Laurie Anne Ancenys began her career with various internships, including a position at Price Waterhouse Coopers in 2006 and a traineeship at the European Patent Office in the Patent Law Department. She also completed internships at Clifford Chance LLP and Speechly Bircham, gaining valuable experience in the legal field before advancing to more senior roles.