Joanna Moczadlo

Joanna Moczadlo is a dual-qualified lawyer, authorised to practise in both the UK and the US. She has a strong cross-border legal practice covering corporate and commercial law, data privacy and information governance, technology and AI, and public sector matters. Joanna is a Partner at Ballantines LLP, where she leads the team focusing on corporate, commercial, data privacy, and technology. She advises clients on complex legal and regulatory issues across different sectors.
 

Alongside her legal work, Joanna is the Co-Founder and Managing Director of Dream Homes Investment, an international real estate consultancy. The company helps global investors build property portfolios using PropTech and AI tools. They offer full support services, including development due diligence, investment planning, tax structuring, citizenship, visas, company setup, and relocation assistance.

Joanna is known for her expertise in data privacy. She has worked on global governance systems for multinational companies, advised on international data transfers, privacy impact assessments, and represented organisations before regulators like the UK Information Commissioner’s Office and other European authorities. Her experience spans healthcare, telecoms, payment systems, and public services.

She also provides legal advice on AI, blockchain, and smart contracts. Joanna helps clients understand legal rules in areas like fintech and PropTech, and ensures responsible use of new technologies across different sectors. She has broad experience in writing and reviewing commercial contracts for technology, digital services, and international projects, offering full support from planning to signing.

Joanna also advises on public procurement and governance. She has led large procurement projects in areas like infrastructure, IT, and social services, and helped public bodies follow regulations. She has deep knowledge of post-Brexit subsidy control laws and compliance with rules like the Freedom of Information Act and UK GDPR.

Joanna Moczadlo began her higher education at London Metropolitan University, where she completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree. Her studies covered subjects including Company Law, Investment Law & Practice, Business Taxation, and Contract Law. As part of her academic work, she completed a law project titled “The role and importance of non-executive directors in UK listed companies.”
 

After completing her undergraduate degree, Joanna pursued professional legal training at BPP Law School. There, she completed the Legal Practice Course (LPC), with modules in Business Law & Practice, Litigation, Property Law, Solicitors' Accounts, Client Interviewing & Advising, Advocacy, and Wills & Administrative Estate. 

She also completed electives in Corporate Finance, Employment, Commercial Law & Intellectual Property, and an additional module titled The Law Firm as a Business. During her time at BPP, she participated in the Legal Awareness Society, Commercial Awareness Society, and Finance & Investment Society.
 

Joanna holds a Practising Certificate issued by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, which qualifies her to practise law in the United Kingdom. She is also a qualified Attorney-at-Law in the United States, registered with the Alabama State Bar.
 

In 2014, Joanna started her professional career as a White Collar Crime Legal Executive Officer at the Serious Fraud Office (UK). She worked there until February 2016, gaining experience in financial crime investigations and compliance.

In April 2016, she became an Employment Paralegal at Henderson Chambers in London. She worked there for ten months, until January 2017, focusing on employment law matters and supporting legal casework.
 

In July 2017, Joanna joined Duncan Lewis Solicitors Ltd. as a Legal Aid and Public Law Specialist. She worked at the firm until January 2018, engaging in public law cases and supporting clients through legal aid.
 

From January 2018 to June 2018, she worked as a Data Protection and Public Law Specialist at the London Borough of Lambeth, focusing on data privacy and public sector legal matters.

In June 2018, Joanna joined Nuffield Health as a Data Protection and Contracts Manager. She worked there for six months, until November 2018, where she handled data protection compliance and contract management.
 

In October 2019, she became the Data Protection & Compliance Manager (Global Privacy) at Lyca Group. She worked there until June 2020, overseeing privacy compliance and data governance across the company’s global operations.

In June 2020, Joanna joined the London Borough of Redbridge as a Senior Contracts Procurement & Information Lawyer, where she worked until June 2021. She contributed to procurement strategy, data privacy, and contract governance for public sector operations.
 

In July 2021, she worked for Guildford Borough Council as a Specialist Lawyer – Projects, Corporate and Commercial. She remained in the role until October 2021, advising on corporate transactions and commercial projects.
 

From October 2021 to February 2022, she worked at Milton Keynes Council as a Senior Lawyer - Commercial & Corporate Projects, Public Procurement and Governance, advising on complex public procurement processes and corporate governance matters.
 

In February 2022, Joanna joined Hertz as Legal Counsel – EMEA and APAC. She worked there until July 2022, managing contract negotiations and providing legal counsel across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific regions.
 

In July 2022, she worked as a Legal Consultant through AG Integrate at Addleshaw Goddard, assigned to Border to Coast Pensions Partnership. She served in this role until December 2022, supporting corporate governance and project advisory services.
 

In November 2022, Joanna joined Ballantines LLP as a Partner. She continues to work there as of 2025, leading the corporate, commercial, and data privacy team. She advises multinational corporations, government bodies, and public organisations on AI-aligned legal frameworks, data governance, and regulatory strategies.
 

From January 2023 to April 2024, she worked as Senior Legal Counsel on a contract basis for Pay.UK, focusing on data protection, information governance, public procurement, and corporate legal work.
 

In September 2024, Joanna co-founded Dream Homes Investment, a real estate consultancy based in Dubai. She serves as Co-Founder and Managing Director, supporting international investors in property portfolio building. The consultancy provides advisory services related to tax, citizenship, visa, and business relocation, using PropTech and AI tools for investment analysis.

In May 2025, she became External Relations and Festival Host at the Canada Kids Film Festival, adding public engagement and event management to her professional activities.

As of 2025, Joanna Moczadlo continues to work as a Partner at Ballantines LLP, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Dream Homes Investment, and External Relations and Festival Host at Canada Kids Film Festival. She remains focused on legal advisory work across corporate, commercial, data privacy, AI regulation, and international property investment.

Joanna Moczadlo’s vision is to help businesses and investors succeed by combining legal knowledge with modern technologies like artificial intelligence and PropTech. She aims to create simple, clear, and strong legal structures that support businesses across different countries. Through her work at Ballantines LLP and Dream Homes Investment, she focuses on guiding clients to make safe, smart, and fully informed decisions. Joanna believes that clear laws and the right technology can help companies grow and manage risks better. Her goal is to continue helping businesses use law and technology together for better and safer business results.

Joanna has been trusted as a Partner at Ballantines LLP and as Co-Founder and Managing Director of Dream Homes Investment. Her work advising multinational companies, government agencies, and investors highlights her professional standing. Joanna’s involvement as a Festival Host at Canada Kids Film Festival and her leadership in legal and real estate sectors reflect her growing reputation as a skilled professional known for clear, reliable, and practical legal guidance.