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DLA Piper LLP (US)

Privacy & Data Security: The Elite

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DLA Piper LLP (US)

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Privacy & Data Security: The Elite - USA - Nationwide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

DLA Piper has a prominent data security and privacy practice acting for a broad array of clients from emerging growth entities to Fortune 500 companies. It often counsels on the privacy aspects of major M&A transactions and maintains a fine reputation for its work on consumer class actions, defending matters related to data breaches and cybersecurity advice. The firm is particularly strong in the communications, financial services, technology and insurance sectors, among others. Consulted to provide input to legislators on the evolution of the privacy landscape.

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Work Highlights

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  • DLA Piper LLP continued to advise Progress Software Corporation in connection with an alleged software vulnerability that supposedly led to a number of potential cyber incidents.

Strengths

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  • DLA Piper bring a wide range of expertise across jurisdictions, regulatory frameworks and industry sectors, which allows them to support both strategic and operational privacy needs effectively.

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  • Their ability to benchmark our approach against industry peers also gives us confidence that we are aligned with best practices.

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  • They have a robust team that has clear experience in handling complex matters.

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  • The firm is distinguished by its ability to translate intricate legal requirements into clear, actionable and pragmatic business solutions.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Andrew B Serwin
    Andrew B Serwin

    Andrew B Serwin

    Andrew Serwin is accomplished in navigating data security incidents, overseeing technical investigations and responding to enforcement issues. His clients come from a range of sectors, including technology, energy and pharma. He is also the firm's US chair and global cochair for the data protection, privacy and security practice.

    • He's a renowned leader in his field.

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    • His ability to engage with the C-suite and board of a company is very strong. He knows what matters to them from a management perspective.

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    • Andy is perhaps the most business-savvy attorney I know in the data privacy practice field.

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    • Andrew is amazing, you can put him on the phone to quickly explain an issue to anyone. He was really top tier.

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