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Privacy & Data Security: Litigation

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With lawyers located in the US, Europe, and Asia, Hunton’s renowned global practice focuses on all aspects of cybersecurity, data protection and privacy, including developing and implementing privacy and information security programs; preventing and managing cyber events; responding to information data breaches; and advising on legal compliance with all international, EU, and US state and federal laws. The firm has assisted clients with more than 5,000 data breaches and cyber incidents worldwide, handling every aspect of the cyber event. Hunton’s lawyers also advise on the use and governance of cutting-edge technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, biometrics and facial recognition, cloud computing, and geolocation data. In addition, the firm considers global policy issues through its Centre for Information Policy Leadership, a think tank that provides strategic leadership and consulting on all aspects of global information policy, privacy, and security.

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What the Team is Known For

Hunton Andrews Kurth boasts a dedicated data breach group with a wealth of experience handling high stakes cyber events. The firm maintains an excellent reputation for its information governance practice. Also sought after for international data transfer, privacy compliance and regulatory investigations expertise. It operates across numerous industries including technology, consumer products, healthcare, retail and financial services. It is noted for its proficiency on cybersecurity risks associated with blockchain technology in addition to the GDPR and CCPA regulations.

Work Highlights

  • Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP represented MGM Resorts International in a data security litigation class action lawsuit.

Strengths

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Hunton is very commercial and business-oriented. They understand our limitation and concerns and work hard to find creative solutions that are still consistent with regulatory obligations.

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Hunton has a very strong depth of a team with access to specialists across jurisdictions and related practice areas as needed.

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I trust Hunton with the most complex and challenging privacy and data governance matters.

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Hunton are super collaborative, they have a unique sense of practicality. They are thoughtful in providing guidance to their clients but also making sure its actionable and applicable.

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Notable Practitioners

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Lisa J Sotto
Lisa J Sotto
Star Individuals

Lisa Sotto continues to be renowned for her unparalleled skill in responding to data security incidents and breaches of privacy. She chairs the firm’s global privacy and cybersecurity practice and is the managing partner of the firm’s New York office.

Lisa is dedicated to this space, she is a market maker.

She is a highly trusted adviser who consistently provides practical, thoughtful and exceptional guidance on sophisticated data privacy issues.

Her subject matter expertise really stands out.

Lisa is legendary in this practice.

In both privacy and cybersecurity Lisa Sotto has extensive experience in briefing board of directors and C-suite.

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Ann Marie Mortimer
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Ann Marie Mortimer
2
Band 2

Ann Marie Mortimer has notable strength in handling complex litigation arising from data breaches for clients in the technology space. She is also head of the firm’s commercial litigation practice and the managing partner of the Los Angeles office.

Ann believes in what the client believes in. She is smart and can think on her feet.

She is a creative and has achieved tremendous results.

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Aaron P Simpson
3
Aaron P Simpson
3
Band 3
Aaron Simpson is highly recommended for his ability to combine knowledge of EU and USA regulatory frameworks.

He is always responsive and attentive.

Aaron is a trusted adviser and thought partner on complex, novel and often ambiguous privacy and data governance issues.

Aaron is a very experienced and commercially-minded lawyer. He understand his clients needs and risk tolerance and is able to provide measured and practical advice.

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Brittany Bacon
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Brittany Bacon
3
Band 3

Brittany Bacon is co-head of the firm’s technology industry group. She is engaged for her privacy and cybersecurity expertise by clients including financial institutions, household-name brands and high profile technology companies.

Her mastery of privacy and cyber law and unwavering commitment to client service make her truly indispensable.

Brittany is proactive and anticipates the client's needs.

Brittany is just phenomenally smart.

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Maeve Malik
U
Maeve Malik
U
Up and Coming

Maeve Malik has a burgeoning practice in advising clients in global privacy compliance programs as well as cybersecurity incident responses.

Maeve's mastery of privacy and cyber law and unwavering commitment to client service make her truly indispensable.

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Lisa J Sotto
Lisa J Sotto
Star Individuals
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Maeve Malik
U
Maeve Malik
U
Up and Coming
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Privacy & Data Security: Litigation
Ann Marie Mortimer
2
Ann Marie Mortimer
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Band 2
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Privacy & Data Security: Privacy
Lisa J Sotto
Lisa J Sotto
Star Individuals
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Aaron P Simpson
3
Aaron P Simpson
3
Band 3
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Brittany Bacon
3
Brittany Bacon
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Band 3
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