About Us

A team of professionals dedicated to protecting your data

Our Story

De Santis Law Firm was born from the vision of Federica De Santis to create a reference point for companies and professionals who need specialized assistance in privacy and personal data protection.

Based in Rome with an international perspective, the firm offers high-level legal consulting, combining deep knowledge of European regulations (GDPR) with experience in US privacy laws (CCPA, CPRA, and other state regulations).

Our mission is to help organizations transform privacy compliance from a regulatory obligation into a competitive advantage, building trust with clients and stakeholders through responsible data management.

⚖ Legal Excellence Since 2010

Our Values

Integrity

We operate with the highest ethical and professional standards, ensuring transparency and honesty in every professional relationship.

Excellence

We pursue excellence in every aspect of our work, from legal analysis to client communication.

International Vision

We combine local expertise with a global perspective, essential in the interconnected world of data protection.

Client-Focused

Every client is unique. We offer customized solutions that respond to specific business needs.

The Founder

Federica De Santis, Esq.

Federica De Santis, Esq.

Founder and Managing Partner

Federica De Santis is a recognized authority in privacy law and personal data protection, with a career spanning Europe and the United States.

Education and Bar Admissions

  • PhD in Intellectual Property Law - University of Milan
  • Rome Bar Association
  • Massachusetts Bar - Board of Bar Overseers
  • CIPP/E - Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe (IAPP)
  • CIPP/US - Certified Information Privacy Professional/US (IAPP)

Academic Activities and Speaking

  • AI & Privacy Lecturer at MIT Sloan School of Management
  • Speaker at international conferences (IAPP, ACI, Boston Bar Association)
  • Panelist at ISC2 Spotlight Cloud Security
  • IAPP Panel "Breaking Barriers: Women Leading Privacy"

Languages

  • Italian (native)
  • English (fluent)
  • French (professional)
  • Spanish (basic)
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Affiliations and Memberships

We are active members of the leading professional organizations in privacy and data protection.

IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals ITechLaw INTA - International Trademark Association PWN - Professional Women's Network

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