Merav Griguer
With over 20 years’ experience in the fields of information technology and data protection, Merav has developed recognized expertise particularly in the Tech, Defense & Security, Finance, Healthcare, Aviation, Distribution, Media, Luxury and Sport sectors.
Her main areas of expertise include GDPR compliance, litigation and dispute resolution before regulatory authorities, legal issues relating to data and personal data, social networks and cybersecurity.
She regularly works with the French Data Protection Authority (the CNIL), with which she maintains a close relationship (joint conferences and debates, courses on data privacy law, hearings at the CNIL on sensitive subjects and resolution of conflicts of law).
She is jointly responsible since 2014 for teaching Data Protection and Cybersecurity in the Master’s degree in Digital Law of the University of Paris Panthéon-Assas, alongside Thomas Dautieu, the Director in charge of legal advice at the CNIL.
She is also Professor, founder and Scientific Director of the Data Protection Officer Certificate of Science Po Paris, established in 2017.
Merav is the author of numerous articles and publications and is a regular speaker at conferences on Big Data, social networking and IT issues, such as Microsoft Techdays, Les Echos conferences, the International Hub Forum, the EBG, MEDEF and CCI conferences, the Avignon Forum, WeWork Tel Aviv, CESE, IAPP, etc.
She is often consulted on proposals or changes to legislation.
- Legal 500 EMEA 2026 – The department is ranked in “Data Privacy and Data Protection” and “IT and Internet” categories
Franklin demonstrates notable expertise across all facets of data privacy and protection. The team maintains close ties with domestic and regional corporates and is also active in cross-border matters, where it assists international companies with multi-jurisdictional data mandates. Practice head Merav Griguer is an established figure in the field, with experience representing clients before the CNIL in sensitive matters and advising on non-contentious data privacy matters.
Testimonials:
“A dynamic team that knows how to approach issues operationally with specific expertise. Good knowledge of technical subjects. Effective pre-litigation support.”
“Experienced team.”
“Fantastic team – joy to work with, high quality output.” - Leaders League 2025 – The team is ranked in the category “Data Protection Law and Cybersecurity” (Leading) of the « Innovation, technology & telecoms» Guide
- Leaders League 2025: Merav Griguer is ranked in “Compliance program” (Excellent) and “International investigation and internal investigation” (Highly recommended) categories of the Compliance Guide
- Merav Griguer is individually ranked in Best Lawyers 2025 in « Privacy and Data Security Law » et « Regulatory Practice »
- Leaders League 2025: Merav Griguer is ranked in the category “E-Health” (Excellent) of the Healthcare, pharmaceuticals & biotech Guide
- Leaders League 2025: Gold award « Personal data and cyber security »
- Leaders League 2024: Silver award « Personal data and cyber security »
- Leaders League 2024: Special mention « Health – Pharmaceuticals Regulatory law »
- Best Lawyers: Merav is distinguised as “Lawyer of The Year 2022-2023” in the “Privacy & Data Security” category
- University of Paris V Descartes
- University of Paris II Assas
- University of Paris I Panthéon-Sorbonne