Karishma is a data and technology lawyer in Allen & Overy, specialising in all aspects of data protection and privacy law. She has particular experience advising companies from a wide range of industries on data ethics matters, Artificial Intelligence, data compliance projects, big data, social listening, cookies, adtech, internet-of-things, augmented reality, the use of data in the provision of consumer and business products, and complex data sharing arrangements.

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Karishma has been involved with AI advice and thought leadership for a number of years, and is a key member of A&O’s global AI working group. She was recently invited by the OECD’s Insurance and Private Pensions Committee to speak on AI in pricing and underwriting. 

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Karishma is Co-Chair of the SCL Privacy and Data Protection Group Committee. SCL is the leading UK organisation for legal professionals advising and practising within the technology sector.

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Karishma is recognised for data protection and information law by Chambers and Partners and has also been named one of the ‘40 Under 40’ in the Global Data Review list.