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Whether preparing companies for new compliance and reporting requirements or helping them through the aftermath of a cyber incident, Shook, Hardy & Bacon’s Privacy and Data Security Team always prioritizes the business operations, goals and culture of clients. Shook has worked closely with data aggregation and marketing firms, financial services companies, health care providers, manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies and other corporations—from startups to Fortune 100 firms—that regularly acquire or utilize sensitive information. 

Shook's privacy and data security attorneys offer both preventive and  responsive strategies designed to integrate seamlessly with clients' business needs. Ranked as one of the top cyber law practices in the United States by The Legal 500 and holding certifications across the CIPP spectrum (CIPP/US&E, CIPP/C, CIPM, CIPT, FIP and PLS), Shook's Privacy and Data Security Team has the knowledge and experience to address any issue related to privacy and security practices.


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Privacy & Data Security: Cybersecurity - USA - Nationwide

What the Team is Known For

Shook, Hardy & Bacon maintains a fine reputation in the privacy and cybersecurity space, excelling in a wide range of compliance and contentious regulatory matters. Areas of particular expertise include issues emerging from legislation such as BIPA and CCPA, and advising clients on responding to cybersecurity incidents.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Alfred Saikali
2
Alfred Saikali
2
Band 2

Alfred Saikali is chair of the firm's privacy and cybersecurity practice, and he frequently handles data security compliance matters in addition to acting in privacy class actions. His regulatory practice encompasses both domestic and global matters.

Al is the type of lawyer that puts his client first and clearly understands the importance of clear and direct communication.

I love working with Alfred. He is extremely knowledgeable and provides a level of service that is unmatched.

Al is a go-to attorney on data breach and privacy statute class actions.

Al is a thought leader in the space and is great to work with.

Josh Becker
3
Josh Becker
3
Band 3

Josh Becker leads the firm’s data security class action group and is acknowledged for his representation of clients in the healthcare and life sciences industry in defending data privacy class action litigation.

He is an absolute go-to for privacy in the South East region.

John is extremely responsive and gives very reasonable advice.

Josh has great experience in class actions, can take the nuances of these types of lawsuits and explain to a first-timer.

He is an extremely gifted communicator, down to earth and a real people person at his core. He instantly creates trust and backs it up.

Colman McCarthy
4
Colman McCarthy
4
Band 4
Colman McCarthy has a growing practice in privacy compliance counseling on CCPA issues. He is also experienced in advising clients on the steps to take in readiness and response to data breach incidents.

Colman is good at helping to manage the process and get answers quickly.

Colman is extremely dedicated to client service.

He is so personable and responsive.

Camila Tobón
5
Camila Tobón
5
Band 5
Camila Tobón is called upon for her data privacy expertise, advising companies on compliance matters and data programs.

We absolutely rely on Camila's expertise. She is practical, efficient and responsive.

Camila is highly engaged, thoughtful and responsive.

Camila is great. She knows the subject matter and has the technical expertise, and in this area, having that expertise is extremely important.

Ranked Lawyers at
Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP

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USA - Nationwide

Privacy & Data Security: Cybersecurity

Alfred Saikali
3
Alfred Saikali
3
Band 3
Colman McCarthy
4
Colman McCarthy
4
Band 4
Privacy & Data Security: Litigation

Alfred Saikali
2
Alfred Saikali
2
Band 2
Josh Becker
3
Josh Becker
3
Band 3
Privacy & Data Security: Privacy

Camila Tobón
5
Camila Tobón
5
Band 5

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