EU Case Law for DPO Practice

Court of Justice of the European Union rulings translated into day-to-day DPO practice

This course provides an in-depth overview of the rulings of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) that are decisive for organisations’ data protection policies. Both historical and recent cases are discussed, and their impact on GDPR compliance is analysed.

Tim Van Canneyt selects the rulings with a direct impact on DPO practice. Using practical case studies, typical DPO challenges are developed and presented to participants. These challenges help identify risk and problem areas, after which participants work towards solutions based on insights derived from relevant case law.

This course is indispensable for DPOs and privacy professionals who aim to support their organisations in navigating complex legal landscapes, where the role of the DPO is becoming increasingly critical in ensuring compliance and protecting personal data.

Why take this course

Over the years, the CJEU has issued numerous rulings that have fundamentally reshaped the application and interpretation of the GDPR. For any DPO or privacy professional, staying fully informed of these developments is essential to effectively support organisations in implementing compliant data protection policies.

The course offers both a retrospective view of landmark decisions and an in-depth analysis of the most recent case law. All rulings covered during the training have been carefully selected based on their relevance and impact on the advisory practice of the DPO.

Target audience

This course is designed for:

• Data Protection Officers (DPOs)
• Privacy professionals
• Lawyers specialising in data protection
• Anyone involved in GDPR compliance within an organisation

Learning objectives

After completing this course, participants will:

• Have a thorough understanding of the key CJEU rulings relating to the GDPR
• Be able to interpret and apply the impact of both historical and recent case law on data protection policies
• Understand the link between case law and recent guidelines and recommendations issued by Data Protection Authorities
• Gain practical tools to better support organisations in implementing GDPR-compliant policies
• Better understand the role and responsibilities of the DPO in a constantly evolving legal context

Teaching approach

The session combines theoretical explanations with practical applications of the case law discussed. The selected rulings are divided into:

• Rulings explained in a classroom setting and subsequently applied, learning by deduction
• Problem-driven scenarios from which the key takeaways of the ruling are distilled, following an inductive learning approach

Where possible, key insights are translated into checklists and practical tools that DPOs can immediately apply.

End result

Participants receive a certificate of attendance.
This certificate confirms the acquired knowledge and may contribute to meeting certification requirements for privacy professionals.
It can be added as an addendum to the DPO certificate.

How to prepare

Participants are expected to have a basic understanding of the GDPR and the role of the DPO to fully engage with the case studies and legal concepts discussed. Preparatory reading materials will be provided in advance.

Instructor

Tim Van Canneyt is a Partner and Co-Head of the Technology and Data Group at the international law firm Fieldfisher in Brussels. He advises organisations on data protection, technology and digital regulation, cybersecurity and IT contracts.

Tim combines deep legal expertise with a pragmatic, hands-on approach, supporting clients with strategic data matters, GDPR compliance, digital transformation projects, data breaches and dispute resolution.