The Legal 500 recognised Reed Smith in the following categories:

• Data Protection
• Information Technology and Digitalisation

The guide recognised Splittgerber with a Leading Partner designation for Data Protection. Splittgerber is co-managing partner of Reed Smith’s Munich office, co-head of the firm’s global Artificial Intelligence practice, and a member of the firm’s Emerging Technologies Group. His practice focuses on technology, digitalisation, data, artificial intelligence, privacy and IT/cyber security. He has extensive experience in representing clients before data protection authorities and courts.

The Legal 500 Germany rankings are based on extensive research, feedback from clients and peers, and analysis of the firm's work and achievements. The Legal 500 terms Leading Partners as: “The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.”