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Hogan Lovells’ market-leading Privacy and Data Security group is experienced in advising companies on privacy and cybersecurity compliance and response to major global cyberattacks and data breaches, and associated investigations and litigation. With over 100 lawyers located across the United States, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, we have one of the largest and most experienced privacy and cybersecurity practices in the world. We are consistently recognized as a leader in data, privacy, and cybersecurity, having been ranked Band 1 by Chambers for 11 consecutive years. We were named “Privacy and Data Security Law Firm of the Year” in 2015, 2017, and 2022, making Hogan Lovells the only firm to receive this award more than once.

Our global team advises organizations around the world on appropriate handling of personal data, including health and medical information, marketing restrictions, data protection issues, and privacy compliance strategies. We are heavily experienced in advising medical device manufacturers, health technology companies, laboratories, health systems and academic medical centers in navigating privacy rules for cutting edge, complex and innovative initiatives. We are able to counsel our clients on industry practice and anticipated regulatory changes like no other firm due to our broad client base and deep involvement with policy makers in the development of new national and international legal standards for health data.

Chambers Review

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Privacy & Data Security: The Elite - USA - Nationwide

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What the Team is Known For

Hogan Lovells remains one of the country's preeminent privacy and data security practices. A highly talented roster of attorneys advising clients on major data breaches and complex policy matters across a multitude of industries, including retail, automotive and media. Particular expertise in healthcare privacy issues such as HIPAA compliance, wearable technology and medical data cyber-attacks. Additionally capable in a regulatory capacity, especially relating to the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), working in conjunction with the firm's European offices. Skilled at representing clients in investigations conducted by the FTC and other enforcement bodies.

Work Highlights

  • Hogan Lovells US LLP represented Otsuka regarding regulatory policy matters including domestic and international data privacy, AI compliance and cybersecurity.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Christopher Wolf
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Christopher Wolf
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Senior Statespeople
Christopher Wolf is noted for his seasoned expertise in privacy law matters and remains an excellent choice of counsel for complex regulatory issues.

Obviously a long-time elder statesman of the privacy world, Chris is very good.

Chris is a great lawyer.

Marcy Wilder
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Marcy Wilder
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Band 1
Marcy Wilder is well versed in representing clients in regulatory investigations, with a particularly strong reputation in the healthcare sector. She is particularly recommended for guidance with the implementation of HIPAA compliance plans.

Marcy is best in class.

Marcy is a great resource and is the primary contact that helps find the right resource at Hogan.

Marcy is one of the top health privacy lawyers.

I mean Marcy wrote HIPAA. She's an incredible lawyer and has a wonderful legacy.

Marcy's one of the preeminent HIPAA and privacy lawyers in the country; she oversees that practice group.

Paul Otto
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Paul Otto
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Band 3
Paul Otto is notably adept at providing counsel on cyber-attacks in the health sphere. He is also regularly called upon to advise clients on federal and state investigations.

Paul was instrumental in managing a difficult data incident. He quickly gained the trust of the legal team, other key stakeholders and was highly responsive, practical and strategic in his approach.

I cannot say enough good things about Paul. He's incredibly smart and detail-oriented while also being kind.

Paul's a real expert on cybersecurity and how it relates to healthcare regulations. He's the best at that sort of thing.

I can rely on Paul to provide knowledgeable, practical, grounded and actionable guidance.

Paul is an outstanding attorney. He also brings to the table sophisticated understanding of IT technology and relates well to our business partners.

Scott Loughlin
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Scott Loughlin
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Band 5
Scott 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.

Scott is a true expert in the field and is incredibly commercial and efficient.

Scott is one of those rare people who is a brilliant attorney and is also humble, kind, trustworthy, and practical. I truly enjoy working with him every time, on every matter.

Scott is very knowledgeable of U.S. data privacy laws and is a great resource for understanding the latest risks in data privacy, especially in the area of web-related data sharing.

Scott is both an excellent lawyer and a pragmatic partner to our business. His advice is not only legally sound and defensible but also takes into account the nature and complexities of our business.

Scott has a unique ability to see the long-term implications of a matter. He often looks beyond the immediate question to how a decision we make or a position we take will impact us down the road.

Ranked Lawyers at
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USA - Nationwide

Privacy & Data Security: Healthcare

Marcy Wilder
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Marcy Wilder
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Band 1
Paul Otto
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Paul Otto
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Band 3
Privacy & Data Security: Privacy

Christopher Wolf
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Christopher Wolf
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Senior Statespeople
Scott Loughlin
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Scott Loughlin
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Band 5

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