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Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

Privacy & Data Security: The Elite

Global Guide 2026 : USA


Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP

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Privacy & Data Security: The Elite - USA

Band 1

Band 1


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. Maintains an excellent reputation for its information governance practice. Also sought after for international data transfer, privacy compliance and regulatory investigations expertise. Operates across numerous industries including technology, consumer products, healthcare, retail and financial services. Noted proficiency on cybersecurity risks associated with blockchain technology in addition to the GDPR and CCPA regulations.

Work Highlights

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  • Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP represented Tiffany & Co in international data transfer matters and provided compliance advice with US, EU and China Privacy laws.

Strengths

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  • Hunton Andrews Kurth are always responsive and go beyond what is required of them. They make a point to understand the business they advise and the industry generally.

    Privacy & Data Security: The Elite respondentGlobal
  • The Hunton team are nothing short of terrific. They have tremendous expertise and experience as well as being appropriately pragmatic.

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  • Hunton have broad expertise, deep relationships in data and regulatory communities and pragmatism in addressing a client's barriers to success.

    Privacy & Data Security: The Elite respondentGlobal
  • The firm provides excellent strategic thinking, reasonable pricing, subject matter expertise, strong work product and client communication.

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  • The team at Hunton have incredible depth in privacy and data security. Their insights and wide range of expertise enable cutting edge advice. Hunton’s depth of knowledge and global scale is unmatched.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Star IndividualsLisa J Sotto
    Star IndividualsLisa J Sotto

    Lisa J Sotto

    Lisa Sotto continues to be renowned for her unparalleled skill in responding to data security incidents and breaches of privacy.
    • Lisa is known as the global 'Queen of breach' and she deserves that recognition. She is one of top global privacy and cyber thought leaders in the world.

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    • Lisa Sotto is probably the best data privacy lawyer in the country. She has a deep understanding of data privacy law and she is easy to work with. You can tell that she cares about her clients.

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    • Lisa is definitely a leader in the field.

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    • Clients rely on Lisa's expertise and judgment particularly in highly nuanced areas that take a measured approach in terms of risk profile, strategic matters and potential reputational risk.

      Privacy & Data Security: The Elite respondentGlobal
    • In addition to the level of expertise, depth and value of service, as well as regulatory sophistication, Lisa brought pragmatism and strategy along with legal advice.

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  • Band 3Aaron P Simpson
    Band 3Aaron P Simpson

    Aaron P Simpson

    Aaron Simpson is highly recommended for his ability to combine knowledge of EU and USA regulatory frameworks.
    • Aaron is very effective in handling deep technology issues and meeting urgent deadlines.

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    • Aaron is very commercial in his advice; he understands our business very well and takes into account the difficulties that might come up. He's thoughtful and very creative.

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    • Aaron is fantastic. He is excellent at gauging the business needs or risks and assessing our needs within those contexts. He's responsive and precise.

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    • Aaron is a great and calm lawyer, very responsive and professional.

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    • Aaron is a world class attorney. He has deep expertise, which combined with a practical and commercial mindset makes him an indispensable adviser to have for any complicated or novel privacy matters.

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  • Band 3Ann Marie Mortimer
    Band 3Ann Marie Mortimer

    Ann Marie Mortimer

    Ann Marie Mortimer has notable strength in handling complex litigation arising from data breaches for clients in the technology space.
    • Ann is a top-notch lawyer, has attention to detail, is very responsive and always one step ahead of opposing counsel.

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    • I think Ann has a great presence and command and she's a strategic thinker.

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    • Ann is excellent in all respects.

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    • Ann is fantastic and good at molding to what their clients want. They listen to me and respond in a way that is helpful.

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  • Band 3Brittany Bacon
    Band 3Brittany Bacon

    Brittany Bacon

    Brittany Bacon is engaged for her privacy and cybersecurity expertise by clients including financial institutions, household-name brands and high-profile technology companies.

    • Brittany is top-notch.

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    • I think Brittany is excellent.

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    • Brittany is an experienced leader and has excellent depth of knowledge across industries.

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Ranked Individuals at Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP (5)

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