Privacy & Data Security: The Elite

Alexander Southwell represents clients on myriad privacy and data security matters, notably including cybersecurity. His practice is focused on contentious issues, class actions and regulatory investigations and frequently sees him representing household names in enforcement actions.

Ed Zacharias co-head of the firms digital health practice and the managing partner of McDermott’s Boston office. He is noted for his in-depth experience in guiding healthcare technology companies through incidents, investigations and compliance matters.

David Saunders is commended for defending healthcare clients in class actions in both state and federal courts relating to ransomware attacks and data security incidents. He is also noted for advising his clients and guiding them through FTC and state AG investigations.

Elliot Golding is adept at advising clients in sectors inclusive of automotive, health/life sciences and technology, on national and international data matters covering compliance, data transfers and governance and issues arising from new laws.

Michael Morgan leads the firm's global privacy and cybersecurity practice group and is regarded highly for his work in compliance, incident response, cybersecurity and data breaches.