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Troutman Pepper Locke LLP

Privacy & Data Security: Privacy

USA Guide 2026 : USA - Nationwide


Troutman Pepper Locke LLP

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For decades, Troutman Pepper Locke has represented leading global, as well as emerging technology and life sciences companies. Our team includes privacy and cybersecurity thought leaders and pioneers in emerging issues relating to implementation and compliance, litigation, regulatory investigations, and incident response. Our experience leading some of the most high-profile litigation matters and regulatory enforcement actions uniquely positions us to address emerging privacy and cyber issues that the world — and the law — have never had to confront before.

Our Privacy + Cyber team extends the range of privacy and cyber services traditionally offered by law firms, drawing upon our unique combination of global expertise in keys areas such as privacy program creation and implementation, licensing, financing and M&A transactions, incident response, litigation, and regulatory investigations and enforcement. Our team is differentiated by:

  • Unique Team and Integrated Suite of Services
  • A Premier Cross Discipline Firm That Drives Privacy/Cyber Leadership
  • Bespoke Privacy Program Creation, Implementation, and Transaction Services
  • Full-Service Incident Response / Cybersecurity Incident Prevention, Response, and Recovery Services
  • Industry-Leading Litigation and Risk Mitigation Services
  • Regulatory, Investigations, and Enforcement Defense/Corrective Action Plan Compliance and Monitoring Services
  • CFS Legislative and Regulatory Tracking Subscription Service

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What the Team is Known For

Troutman Pepper Locke LLP boasts a distinguished team that is notably adept at advising clients in the automotive, technology and retail sectors, with particular experience representing insurance companies in breach response requirements. The group provides counsel on a number of issues, ranging from the formation of privacy programs to cyber incidents. The practitioners are also experienced in defending clients against allegations of violations of the FCRA.

Work Highlights

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  • Troutman Pepper Locke LLP continued to serve as the independent, third-party assessor for Epic Games’ privacy program under its 20-year Consent Decree with the FTC.

Strengths

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  • The attorneys consistently provide high caliber legal analysis, strategic insight and practical business judgment across a wide range of complex matters.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • They give outstanding advice, stay well abreast of evolving privacy laws and are an excellent resource for when we develop our privacy programmes.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • Their attention to detail is just absolutely incredible. There are so many moving pieces in these situations and nothing ever falls though the cracks with Troutman.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • Troutman is exceedingly practical in determining the best approach for each individual project and client.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2David Navetta
    Band 2David Navetta

    David Navetta

    David Navetta is well regarded for his experience in handling data protection issues, running the gamut from incident response to information transfers. He is equally adept at guiding clients through FTC investigations, the SEC's cyber security rule and cybersecurity risk management.

    • Dave is very business savvy, pragmatic and generous with his time. He is also meticulous, highly technical and accurate in handling complex, sophisticated privacy issues.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
    • David consistently brings a practical mindset to problem-solving in a space where the regulatory landscape is both complex and decentralized.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • Band 3James Koenig
    Band 3James Koenig

    James Koenig

    James Koenig has a noted practice showcasing prowess in responding to FTC investigations, particularly for technology companies. He has further experience of providing counsel on ransomware issues.

    • James knows the industry well, is so connected within this area and is great at assembling a team of experts in whatever area.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
    • James is an institution whenever it comes to privacy in the US, few people are as knowledgeable. He is well connected and has such a customer-first mindset.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
    • He is exceedingly practical and business-minded, balancing legal considerations with a business-first, risk-oriented mindset.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • Band 5Theodore P Augustinos
    Band 5Theodore P Augustinos

    Theodore P Augustinos

    Theodore Augustinos represents clients through complex cybersecurity compliance, breach and incident response and is well-versed in the CCPA.

    • Ted is a true partner to clients. He makes himself available when needed, gives practical advice and is extremely knowledgeable on privacy issues.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA

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