In a strategic move to bolster its Data Privacy practice, King Stubb & Kasiva has appointed Dhruv Kaushal as a Partner. Kaushal, a 2016 alumnus of Amity Law School, Delhi, brings with him substantial expertise as a Certified Information Privacy Professional for Europe [CIPP(E)]. With over ten years of experience, he has been pivotal in advising major global corporations and emerging technology enterprises on intricate data protection and technology-related legal matters.
Kaushal has played a significant role in navigating the rapidly changing privacy landscape in India. His experience includes advising Fortune 50 companies and other significant enterprises on compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and various other international privacy statutes. Throughout his career, Kaushal has guided over 110 organizations in achieving DPDP compliance and has conducted more than 250 training sessions focused on privacy awareness and compliance. Additionally, he has been instrumental in managing complex data breach scenarios across multiple jurisdictions, including India, the United Kingdom, and Europe.
Before his tenure at King Stubb & Kasiva, Kaushal held the role of Associate Director in Deloitte India’s Legal and Regulatory Practice. His professional journey also includes significant contributions at EY and HCL. At King Stubb & Kasiva, he aims to enhance the firm’s capabilities in technology law, artificial intelligence, data privacy, cybersecurity, telecommunications, and digital regulatory compliance.
Jidesh Kumar, Managing Partner at King Stubb & Kasiva, remarked on Kaushal’s appointment, stating, “Dhruv joins us at a pivotal time when organizations across industries are reassessing how they manage data, technology, and regulatory risk. Beyond his impressive credentials and experience, what stood out to us was his practical, business-oriented approach to solving complex legal challenges. We are confident that his leadership will further enhance our ability to deliver innovative and future-ready solutions to our clients. We are thrilled to welcome him to the KSK family.”
Expressing his enthusiasm for the new role, Kaushal commented, “The intersection of technology, data, and regulation is becoming increasingly critical for businesses. KSK’s entrepreneurial culture, strong pan-India presence, and commitment to innovation make it an exciting platform to build a market-leading technology and data protection practice. I look forward to working with the Firm’s talented teams and helping clients navigate the opportunities and challenges of the digital economy.”
