Ranking tables
Privacy & Data Security | USA
USA - Nationwide
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Senior Statespeople
Eminent Practitioners
Star Individuals
Band 1
Band 2
- Alysa Hutnik Kelley Drye & Warren LLP16 Years Ranked
- Benjamin Powell WilmerHale12 Years Ranked
- Christopher N. Olsen Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati5 Years Ranked
- Edward R McNicholas Ropes & Gray LLP16 Years Ranked
- Heather Egan Sussman Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP14 Years Ranked
- Jennifer Archie Latham & Watkins LLP7 Years Ranked
- Justine Gottshall InfoLawGroup LLP16 Years Ranked
- Kimberly Kiefer Peretti Alston & Bird LLP7 Years Ranked
- Kirk J Nahra WilmerHale16 Years Ranked
- Kristen J. Mathews Morrison Foerster14 Years Ranked
- Luke Dembosky Debevoise & Plimpton LLP6 Years Ranked
- Mike Hintze Hintze Law PLLC5 Years Ranked
- Susan Hintze Hintze Law PLLC5 Years Ranked
- Theodore J Kobus III BakerHostetler LLP11 Years Ranked
- Margaret P EisenhauerPrivacy & Information Management Services—Margaret P. Eisenhauer, P.C.
Band 3
- Alfred Saikali Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP7 Years Ranked
- Antony Kim Latham & Watkins LLP6 Years Ranked
- Boris Segalis Morrison Foerster10 Years Ranked
- Brian Hengesbaugh Baker McKenzie17 Years Ranked
- Craig A Hoffman BakerHostetler LLP7 Years Ranked
- David Lashway Sidley Austin LLP8 Years Ranked
- David Navetta Cooley LLP5 Years Ranked
- Dominique Shelton Leipzig Mayer Brown LLP4 Years Ranked
- Emilio W Cividanes Venable LLP16 Years Ranked
- James Garland Covington & Burling LLP5 Years Ranked
- Janis Claire Kestenbaum Perkins Coie LLP5 Years Ranked
- Julie O'Neill Morrison Foerster3 Years Ranked
- Liisa Thomas Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP11 Years Ranked
- Lindsey Tonsager Covington & Burling LLP4 Years Ranked
- Lothar Determann Baker McKenzie17 Years Ranked
- Meredith Halama Perkins Coie LLP2 Years Ranked
- Michael Rubin Latham & Watkins LLP4 Years Ranked
- Rajesh De Mayer Brown LLP3 Years Ranked
- Randy V Sabett Cooley LLP17 Years Ranked
- Travis LeBlanc Cooley LLP3 Years Ranked
Band 4
- Aaron P Simpson Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP6 Years Ranked
- Amanda Witt Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton3 Years Ranked
- Brittany Bacon Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP6 Years Ranked
- Christine E Lyon Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer2 Years Ranked
- Erez Liebermann Debevoise & Plimpton LLP2 Years Ranked
- Gerard M. Stegmaier Reed Smith LLP4 Years Ranked
- James Koenig Troutman Pepper5 Years Ranked
- James Pastore Debevoise & Plimpton LLP6 Years Ranked
- Michelle Reed Akin3 Years Ranked
- Natasha Kohne Akin2 Years Ranked
- Nathan D. Taylor Morrison Foerster6 Years Ranked
- Phyllis Sumner King & Spalding LLP2 Years Ranked
- Serrin Turner Latham & Watkins LLP3 Years Ranked
- Daniel GoldbergFrankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz
Band 5
- Brenda Sharton Dechert LLP2 Years Ranked
- Daniel Ilan Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP2 Years Ranked
- Ieuan Jolly Linklaters6 Years Ranked
- Jessica Lee Loeb & Loeb LLP2 Years Ranked
- Jonathan Neiditz Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP2 Years Ranked
- Linn F Freedman Robinson & Cole LLP12 Years Ranked
- Lisa Ropple Jones Day3 Years Ranked
- Melissa Krasnow VLP Law Group LLP2 Years Ranked
- Michael A Vatis Benesch12 Years Ranked
- Nancy L Perkins Arnold & Porter15 Years Ranked
- Nancy Libin Davis Wright Tremaine LLP2 Years Ranked
- Omer Tene Goodwin1 Years Ranked
- Ronald D Lee Arnold & Porter16 Years Ranked
- Scott Loughlin Hogan Lovells US LLP2 Years Ranked
- Tyler Newby Fenwick2 Years Ranked
Band 6
- Avi Gesser Debevoise & Plimpton LLP1 Years Ranked
- Camila Tobón Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP1 Years Ranked
- Chris Cwalina Norton Rose Fulbright1 Years Ranked
- Colleen Theresa Brown Sidley Austin LLP2 Years Ranked
- David Simon Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates1 Years Ranked
- David Stauss Husch Blackwell LLP1 Years Ranked
- David Zetoony Greenberg Traurig, LLP1 Years Ranked
- Kandi Parsons ZwillGen PLLC3 Years Ranked
- Laura E Jehl Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP1 Years Ranked
- Libby Weingarten Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati2 Years Ranked
- Matthew Baker Baker Botts L.L.P.1 Years Ranked
- Nicole Friedlander Sullivan & Cromwell LLP3 Years Ranked
- John Thomas MalatestaPolsinelli PC
Up and Coming
- Amy de La Lama Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP1 Years Ranked
- Beth George Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer1 Years Ranked
- Colman McCarthy Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP4 Years Ranked
- Elliot Golding McDermott Will & Emery LLP1 Years Ranked
- Maneesha Mithal Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati1 Years Ranked
- Melissa Maalouf ZwillGen PLLC1 Years Ranked
- Michelle Visser Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP4 Years Ranked
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S Christopher WolfHogan Lovells US LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Senior Statespeople | 16 Years RankedChristopher Wolf is noted for his seasoned expertise in privacy law matters and remains an excellent choice of counsel for complex regulatory issues.S Harriet P PearsonHogan Lovells US LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Senior Statespeople | 8 Years RankedHarriet Pearson is particularly lauded for her handling of data incidents. She combines her incident response work with market-leading compliance capabilities.S L Richard FischerMorrison Foerster | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Senior Statespeople | 18 Years RankedSenior counsel Richard Fischer remains a highly regarded figure in the privacy space. His storied career has included acting for insurers, banks and retailers.S Stewart BakerSteptoe LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Senior Statespeople | 12 Years RankedStewart Baker of Steptoe & Johnson focuses on the intersection between data protection and national security law, particularly drawing from his previous government experience working for the Department of Homeland Security.
Eminent Practitioners
E Dana RosenfeldKelley Drye & Warren LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Eminent Practitioners | 14 Years RankedManaging partner Dana Rosenfeld is noted for her high-level compliance practice, which draws on her impressive background as a former assistant director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection. She routinely advises clients on compliance with varied legislation, including CCPA and COPPA.E Stuart P IngisVenable LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Eminent Practitioners | 16 Years RankedStuart Ingis maintains a prominent privacy practice in addition to being chairman of the firm. He is particularly capable at handling data security matters affecting the advertising technology industry.
Star Individuals
- Lisa J SottoHunton Andrews Kurth LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Star Individuals | 16 Years Ranked"Lisa's expertise and prominence is second to none. Lisa is a national and global cyber and privacy attorney luminary whose insight is sought out by multiple sophisticated stakeholders."
Band 1
1 Alan Charles RaulSidley Austin LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 1 | 16 Years RankedAlan Charles Raul attracts praise for his vast experience in the privacy and data security space, often advising corporate clients on regulatory compliance and data breach response. He is also known for his significant contribution to federal privacy legislation.1 Andrew B SerwinDLA Piper LLP (US) | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 1 | 16 Years Ranked"Andrew is top-notch, he goes out of his way to make sure the client is happy with the work and he's very responsive."1 Lydia B. ParnesWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 1 | 14 Years RankedLydia Parnes has a formidable reputation in the consumer protection sphere of privacy and data security, regularly representing clients in FTC investigations.1 Marc J ZwillingerZwillGen PLLC | Head of Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedMarc Zwillinger is a widely known expert in the rights of government agencies to access data held by businesses.1 Miriam WugmeisterMorrison Foerster | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 1 | 16 Years RankedMiriam Wugmeister is frequently engaged to advise on compliance with privacy regulations globally and for representation in major FTC investigations.
Band 2
2 Alysa HutnikKelley Drye & Warren LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 16 Years RankedAlysa Zeltzer Hutnik excels in handling data protection and privacy issues as they intersect with marketing law. She has noted expertise in the adtech space.2 Benjamin PowellWilmerHale | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 12 Years RankedBenjamin Powell handles a wide range of incident response work, from the preparatory stages of planning and risk avoidance to internal and enforcement investigations.2 Christopher N. OlsenWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 5 Years RankedChristopher Olsen shines in counseling clients undergoing FTC investigation, drawing on a wealth of first-hand experience as a former regulator.2 Edward R McNicholasRopes & Gray LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 16 Years RankedEdward McNicholas' practice incorporates both counseling and litigation, including investigations conducted by enforcement entities.2 Heather Egan SussmanOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedHeather Egan Sussman counsels clients on the full spectrum of transactional concerns pertaining to privacy and data security. She boasts specific experience in advising clients in the context of ransomware attacks as well as on adtech matters.2 Jennifer ArchieLatham & Watkins LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedJennifer Archie's practice runs the gamut of contentious and advisory privacy and data protection considerations; she combines regulatory advice with class action defense.2 Justine GottshallInfoLawGroup LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 16 Years RankedJustine Gottshall of InfoLawGroup is particularly well known for her extensive capabilities in data protection issues as they pertain to the media and entertainment industries. She regularly advises on ad tech issues and the implementation of wide-ranging programs to comply with the CCPA and other legislation.2 Kimberly Kiefer PerettiAlston & Bird LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 7 Years RankedKimberly Kiefer Peretti focuses her practice on cybersecurity counseling, with notable expertise in HIPAA compliance. She draws on her valuable experience as a former cybercrime prosecutor at the Department of Justice.2 Kirk J NahraWilmerHale | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 16 Years RankedKirk Nahra is a high-level data security practitioner with notable capabilities to serve healthcare and financial services clients.2 Kristen J. MathewsMorrison Foerster | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 14 Years RankedKristen Mathews is a highly regarded attorney, noted for her standout experience in the creation of customized compliance programs, including breach response planning.2 Luke DemboskyDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedLuke Dembosky draws from a great fund of experience as a former Deputy Assistant Attorney General for National Security to advise a clientele comprising a number of household-name financial institutions. He has particular expertise in counseling on cyber-attack preparation and response.2 Mike HintzeHintze Law PLLC | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 5 Years RankedMike Hintze is highly regarded for his top-level experience of in-house data security in the technology sector, which he brings to private practice.Key sectorsArt and Entertainment|Business and Professional Services|Financial Services|Retail and Consumer|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)2 Susan HintzeHintze Law PLLC | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 5 Years RankedSusan Hintze is particularly sought after for her expertise in the interplay of cutting-edge technology with data security regulations.2 Theodore J Kobus IIIBakerHostetler LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2 | 11 Years Ranked"Ted is always on top of the novel, complex and ever-evolving nature of cybersecurity, while remaining incredibly professional and impressive."- Margaret P EisenhauerPrivacy & Information Management Services—Margaret P. Eisenhauer, P.C. | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 2
Band 3
3 Alfred SaikaliShook, Hardy & Bacon LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedAlfred Saikali frequently handles data security compliance matters in addition to acting in privacy class actions. His regulatory practice encompasses both domestic and global matters.3 Antony KimLatham & Watkins LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedAntony Kim regularly advises clients on cybersecurity preparedness, breach responses and regulatory investigations.3 Boris SegalisMorrison Foerster | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 10 Years RankedBoris Segalis of Goodwin is well known for his experience representing clients in government investigations and frequently provides regulatory advice to developers of new technologies, including AI.3 Brian HengesbaughBaker McKenzie | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedBrian Hengesbaugh's arsenal of services includes advising on cross-border data privacy and protection, digital media and cybersecurity matters.3 Craig A HoffmanBakerHostetler LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedCraig Hoffman is distinguished by his wealth of experience in responding to information and data incidents. He is especially highly regarded for his representation of payment card providers.3 David LashwaySidley Austin LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 8 Years RankedDavid Lashway is a highly regarded representative for clients in cybersecurity regulatory investigations and frequently advises on data breach response.3 David NavettaCooley LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedDavid Navetta is well regarded for his experience in handling data protection issues, running the gamut from incident response to information transfers. He is equally adept at guiding clients through FTC investigations.3 Dominique Shelton LeipzigMayer Brown LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedDominique Shelton Leipzig is especially well known among peers in the data security field for her thought leadership on the CCPA.3 Emilio W CividanesVenable LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 16 Years RankedEmilio Cividanes is notable for defending clients in government investigations, specifically those conducted by the FTC. Clients additionally look to him in advertising technology matters.3 James GarlandCovington & Burling LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedJames Garland's practice is fortified by his background in working at the Department of Justice. He regularly brings this experience to bear in the area of data access disputes concerning national security and rights to protect data.3 Janis Claire KestenbaumPerkins Coie LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedJanis Kestenbaum is highly experienced in advising on the navigation of consumer protection regulations in a privacy context.3 Julie O'NeillMorrison Foerster | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedJulie O'Neill is recommended for her expertise in a wide range of privacy matters, frequently advising on CCPA and COPPA compliance, as well as acting for clients undergoing FTC investigations.3 Liisa ThomasSheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 11 Years RankedLiisa Thomas of Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton fulfills a general advisory role, as well as advocating for clients in contentious data breaches.3 Lindsey TonsagerCovington & Burling LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 4 Years Ranked"Lindsey is very good at understanding specific needs of clients and she is really talented. Her advice is polished, with detailed analysis that is practical."3 Lothar DetermannBaker McKenzie | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedLothar Determann is recognized for his keen insight into European privacy legislation affecting USA-based clients. He is also well respected for his work on CCPA counseling.3 Meredith HalamaPerkins Coie LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 2 Years RankedMeredith Halama is very experienced in the privacy space, often advising clients on highly complex areas at the intersection of law and technology. She is also well respected by peers for her expertise in adtech privacy matters.3 Michael RubinLatham & Watkins LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedMichael Rubin is known for providing data privacy advice to leading technology companies. He is particularly experienced in FTC compliance and investigations work. He has noted expertise in litigation matters.3 Rajesh DeMayer Brown LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedRajesh De brings expertise gained in the MOD, DOJ and NSA to private practice. As a result, his data security practice revolves around matters of incident response and preparedness, with particular cybersecurity expertise.3 Randy V SabettCooley LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedRandy Sabett comes highly recommended for his contribution to the cybersecurity sphere, routinely advising a broad range of clients on data breaches, regulatory investigations and compliance issues.3 Travis LeBlancCooley LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedTravis LeBlanc frequently advises on major data breaches and represents clients in FTC investigations and privacy litigation. He brings to private practice his experience as chief of the Enforcement Bureau at the FCC.
Band 4
4 Aaron P SimpsonHunton Andrews Kurth LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedAaron Simpson is highly recommended for his ability to combine knowledge of EU and USA regulatory frameworks.4 Amanda WittKilpatrick Townsend & Stockton | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedAmanda Witt of Kilpatrick Townsend advises clients, including those in the technology sector, on compliance with data security regimes.4 Brittany BaconHunton Andrews Kurth LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedBrittany Bacon is engaged for her privacy expertise by clients including financial institutions, household-name brands and high-profile technology companies.4 Christine E LyonFreshfields Bruckhaus Deringer | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedChristine Lyon of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is the global cochair of the firm's privacy practice, with deep experience in privacy counseling. She is noted for her ability to advise clients in the technology, life sciences and retail sectors.Key sectorsBusiness and Professional Services|Retail and Consumer|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)4 Erez LiebermannDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedErez Liebermann has extensive experience in supporting clients in global ransomware response. He also demonstrates strong capabilities in compliance counseling and handling internal investigations.4 Gerard M. StegmaierReed Smith LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedGerard Stegmaier assists clients in complying with regulatory regimes, including both data protection and cybersecurity matters. He also frequently represents the subjects of governmental investigations and enforcement actions.4 James KoenigTroutman Pepper | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedJames Koenig of Troutman Pepper has a noted practice showcasing prowess in responding to FTC investigations, particularly for technology companies. He has further experience of providing counsel on ransomware issues.4 James PastoreDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedJames Pastore boasts expertise in a range of contentious and post-crisis matters, including class action litigation and data breach response.4 Michelle ReedAkin | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedMichelle Reed has noted experience in cybersecurity matters. She also is often sought out by clients to provide privacy compliance advice.4 Natasha KohneAkin | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedNatasha Kohne has a well-rounded privacy practice with strengths in litigation, compliance counseling and data breach matters. She has notable expertise in advising on CCPA.4 Nathan D. TaylorMorrison Foerster | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 4 | 6 Years RankedNathan Taylor specializes in financial privacy law and is proficient at handling various governmental investigations.4 Phyllis SumnerKing & Spalding LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedPhyllis Sumner of King & Spalding is a noted incident response and litigation practitioner. She advises many well-known clients across a range of sectors including leisure and finance. She also has strong experience in privacy counseling on CCPA and Schrems compliance.4 Serrin TurnerLatham & Watkins LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedSerrin Turner frequently acts for major tech-driven businesses in regulatory investigations and class actions as part of his broader data security practice.
Band 5
5 Brenda ShartonDechert LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedBrenda Sharton of Dechert has a very diverse privacy and data security practice with strengths in investigations, litigation and cyberattack matters.5 Daniel IlanCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedDaniel Ilan of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton frequently advises on domestic and international privacy law matters. He has noted experience with transactional privacy issues.5 Ieuan JollyLinklaters | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 6 Years RankedIeuan Jolly brings a wealth of expertise to bear for clients, which include a number of major multinational corporates. His practice features strength in transactions involving data-rich assets and compliance counseling across a broad array of international privacy and cybersecurity regulations.5 Jessica LeeLoeb & Loeb LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 2 Years Ranked"She's brilliant - she's extremely knowledgeable about all international and US data privacy laws and she's practical and efficient. Her client care is also great and she's responsive."5 Jonathan NeiditzKilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedJonathan Neiditz of Kilpatrick Townsend is well versed in global privacy laws. He has expertise in transactional matters, as well as data monetization.5 Linn F FreedmanRobinson & Cole LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 12 Years RankedLinn Freedman of Robinson & Cole counts data breach response and defending resulting privacy claims as important pillars of her practice, which regularly sees her acting for healthcare businesses.5 Lisa RoppleJones Day | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedLisa Ropple of Jones Day is regularly sought by clients to advise on significant ransomware incidents and breach issues. She also displays strength in litigation and privacy compliance counseling.5 Melissa KrasnowVLP Law Group LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedMelissa Krasnow of VLP Law Group has an impressively well-rounded privacy practice covering counseling on issues such as CCPA, HIPAA and COPPA, as well as handling data breach incidents and enforcement matters.5 Michael A VatisBenesch | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 12 Years RankedMichael Vatis of Benesch balances his data security practice between counseling his clients on regulatory compliance and advocating for them in contentious proceedings.5 Nancy L PerkinsArnold & Porter | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 15 Years RankedNancy Perkins is highly regarded for her work with businesses in creating and developing their data protection regimes. This utilizes her strength in HIPAA, CCPA and COPPA compliance.5 Nancy LibinDavis Wright Tremaine LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedNancy Libin has an impressive practice advising clients on a range of privacy issues including biometrics and laws affecting young people.5 Omer TeneGoodwin | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedOmer Tene is held in high regard in the market. He is noted for his ability to assist large clients with data privacy reviews, transfers and incident responses.5 Ronald D LeeArnold & Porter | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 16 Years RankedRonald Lee is particularly well known for his national security expertise honed in the Department of Justice. This enables him to provide data protection and cybersecurity advice to clients in sensitive sectors, including defense.5 Scott LoughlinHogan Lovells US LLP | Head of Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedScott Loughlin has significant experience of providing counsel on compliance with complex privacy regulations, as well as incident preparedness and response. He demonstrates notable strength in the healthcare sector.5 Tyler NewbyFenwick | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedTyler Newby handles privacy compliance counseling in novel areas including adtech and facial recognition. He has extensive knowledge of CCPA and COPPA legislation.
Band 6
6 Avi GesserDebevoise & Plimpton LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedAvi Gesser is well known for advising large tech companies on AI readiness. He also has extensive experience of assisting clients in incidents stemming from both data breaches and ransomware events.6 Camila TobónShook, Hardy & Bacon LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 6 | 1 Years Ranked"Camila provides nuanced and practical advice on sophisticated and complex privacy matters. She's also extremely responsive and easy to work with."6 Chris CwalinaNorton Rose Fulbright | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedGlobal cohead of information governance, privacy and cybersecurity, Chris Cwalina is well regarded in the cybersecurity sphere, with significant experience of responding to cyber incidents with global clients.6 Colleen Theresa BrownSidley Austin LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 6 | 2 Years RankedColleen Theresa Brown has a strong privacy practice managing data breach issues and litigation. She also has experience of working on privacy matters following acquisitions.6 David SimonSkadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedDavid Simon is experienced in dealing with a wide range of cybersecurity issues, including assessing incident response plans and responding to large ransomware attacks.6 David StaussHusch Blackwell LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedDavid Stauss of Husch Blackwell is noted for his ability to provide guidance and compliance advice to clients surrounding state privacy laws, including the CCPA and CPRA.6 David ZetoonyGreenberg Traurig, LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedDavid Zetoony is noted for his ability to provide counsel on data privacy compliance. He has significant experience of advising clients on global privacy and security laws, including GDPR in the EU.6 Kandi ParsonsZwillGen PLLC | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 6 | 3 Years RankedKandi Parsons is a rising star in privacy and regularly represents clients in FTC investigations and defending class actions.6 Laura E JehlWillkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedLaura Jehl of Willkie Farr & Gallagher is called upon by clients to assist in a range of data privacy and cybersecurity matters, including breach notifications and AI and biometric law compliance. She has considerable experience of advising clients in the technology sector.6 Libby WeingartenWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 6 | 2 Years RankedLibby Weingarten has an impressive strength in privacy counseling, often being sought by clients to advise on CCPA, GDPR and GLBA issues. She also has experience in government investigations.6 Matthew BakerBaker Botts L.L.P. | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 6 | 1 Years RankedMatthew Baker of Baker Botts is adept at handling state and global data privacy law compliance for various companies. He has considerable experience in advising on CPRA, BIPA and GDPR issues.6 Nicole FriedlanderSullivan & Cromwell LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Band 6 | 3 Years RankedNicole Friedlander of Sullivan & Cromwell is recognized for guiding clients through the aftermath of cyber attacks and data breaches, including internal investigations and SEC inquiries.
Up and Coming
U Amy de La LamaBryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedAmy de La Lama chairs the global data privacy and security team at BCLP. She has experience of handling an array of privacy matters, ranging from biometrics and AI privacy issues to GDPR compliance.U Beth GeorgeFreshfields Bruckhaus Deringer | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedBeth George is held in high regard for her ability to advise clients on crisis management and preparation.U Colman McCarthyShook, Hardy & Bacon LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Up and Coming | 4 Years RankedColman McCarthy has a growing practice in privacy compliance counseling on CCPA issues. He is also experienced in advising clients on the steps to take in readiness and response to data breach incidents.U Elliot GoldingMcDermott Will & Emery LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedElliot Golding is adept at advising clients on national and international data matters covering compliance, data transfers and issues arising from new laws.U Maneesha MithalWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedManeesha Mithal demonstrates considerable strength in assisting clients with FTC investigations and privacy strategies.U Melissa MaaloufZwillGen PLLC | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedMelissa Maalouf is sought after for her expertise on data protection compliance matters, on both a state and global level.U Michelle VisserOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Privacy & Data Security2023 | Up and Coming | 4 Years RankedMichelle Visser is equally capable in both compliance and enforcement elements of privacy regulation. She has a strong expertise in BIPA litigation matters.