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Privacy & Data Security: Litigation - USA
What the Team is Known For
Perkins Coie has an experienced group that excels in matters pertaining to cross-border data transfer and also provides counsel on global strategies for compliance with data protection laws. Maintains particular expertise in requests for information work and is also adept at advising on data breach issues, including matters with national security implications. Represents clients from a range of sectors, including information technology, telecommunication and consumer product manufacturing. Noted for substantial strength in the representation of companies in government investigations and class actions.
Strengths
"The group is incredibly strong and they have a deep grasp of legal issues."
"Perkins has a very solid bench and the lawyers are always responsive and considerate."
Notable practitioners
James Snell has a well-rounded privacy practice. He has expertise in COPPA and CCPA-related matters and is often sought out by clients to represent them in emerging areas such as session replay litigation.
"Jim is a terrific adviser and he has a broad range of knowledge."
"He is a dedicated lawyer."
Janis Kestenbaum is highly experienced in advising on the navigation of consumer protection regulations in a privacy context.
"Janis is a great lawyer."
"She's terrific, she is effective and very knowledgeable."
Meredith Halama is very experienced in the privacy space, often advising clients on highly complex areas at the intersection of law and technology. She is also well respected by peers for her expertise in adtech privacy matters.
"She has deep understanding of the industry and its business practices."
"Meredith is very well respected and impressive in the adtech space."