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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Privacy & Data Security: Litigation

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Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

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Privacy & Data Security: Litigation - USA - Nationwide

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
Orrick Herrington has an impressive integrated practice and it offers clients the full gamut of services across privacy and data security from advisory and regulatory compliance to high-profile litigation and enforcement. Growing team with the ability to act for clients on national and international mandates, tapping into the firm's global network. Particularly adept at advising clients in the technology and education sectors in addition to clients in the financial services industry. Extensive experience advising clients on FTC-related matters.
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Work Highlights

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  • Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP obtained dismissal of VPPA claims in a class action for Caesars Entertainment, Inc.

Strengths

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  • I have full confidence in Orrick's ability to handle anything I throw at them, big, small, complex or simple.

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  • Their ability to provide insight both domestically and internationally is extremely helpful!

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  • Orrick lawyers are known for their practical, business-focused solutions and proactive approach to risk management in the rapidly changing data security landscape.

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  • The attorneys are Orrick are thorough in their research and advisement, especially when it comes to complex and emerging areas of law.

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  • The piece that sets this firm apart is the client care and attention. They are deeply invested in their client's success.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Michelle Visser
    Michelle Visser

    Michelle Visser

    Michelle Visser is equally capable in both compliance and enforcement elements of privacy regulation. She has strong expertise in BIPA litigation matters.

    • Michelle is very responsive, available and knowledgeable.

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    • Michelle is super practical and business focused, and always has creative ideas on how to best proceed.

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  • Sundeep Kapur
    Sundeep Kapur

    Sundeep Kapur

    Sundeep Kapur is recommended for his practice advising on compliance and risk strategies on evolving regulatory and new US state privacy laws within the Adtech ecosystem.

    • Sundeep has incredible depth in legal and technical acumen.

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    • He is very competent and has strong grasp on Adtech and retail media issues.

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  • Aravind Swaminathan
    Aravind Swaminathan

    Aravind Swaminathan

    Aravind Swaminathan is formidable in assisting clients with both the noncontentious and litigious elements of cyber-attacks and security breaches, including resulting class actions.

    • Aravind is a seasoned litigator and provides exceptional service representing us in complex and sophisticated litigation matters.

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    • He is incredibly strategic, thoughtful and highly intelligent in litigation.

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    • Aravind is one of the most dynamic, intelligent and passionate legal strategists and business partners practicing today.

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  • Thora Johnson
    Thora Johnson

    Thora Johnson

    Thora Johnson, cochair of Orrick’s life sciences and healthtech group, advises a wide array of clients navigating HIPAA and state‑level health and consumer privacy laws.

    • She's sophisticated in her knowledge and approach to the law, creative and pragmatic in devising solutions.

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    • Thora is responsive, practical, and attentive. I always appreciate getting to work with her.

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    • Thora has been a very reliable and trustworthy resource over the years. Her advice and counsel is relevant, current and sound. her responsiveness and attention second-to-none.

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