Mikael Olsson

Mikael is a part of Lindahl’s groups for GDPR & Data Privacy, IT/Tech and Life Sciences. In the area of data protection, Mikael provides support to clients on GDPR compliance matters, including contract reviews, trainings, DPO services, personal data breaches, and regulatory inquiries.

He has particular experience with data protection issues in the life science industry, including matters related to biobanks and ethical approvals. In the area of IT/Tech, Mikael has extensive experience negotiating and drafting IT agreements, as well as guiding companies on questions arising from technological developments, such as cloud services, information security, artificial intelligence, and data management.

Mikael is ranked as a “Key lawyer” in Data privacy and Data Protection by Legal 500, a recognition based on feedback from clients:

”Working with Mikael Olsson is really a true pleasure. His knowledge of data privacy and data protection is immense and all matters are handled effectively and thoroughly. Mikael Olsson's communication skills are excellent, both in Swedish as well as in English.” (Legal 500, 2025)

"Mikael Olsson has great knowledge within data privacy." 

”Mikael Olsson, associate, and Michael Edquist, partner (both at the Uppsala office) are competent and easy to work with.” (Legal 500, 2023)

”Associate Mikael Olsson: Real good knowledge within the data protection field, delivered in a easy understandable and hands on way.” (Legal 500, 2022)