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Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

FinTech Legal: Corporate, Securities & Financing

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Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP

Rankings

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FinTech Legal: Corporate, Securities & Financing - USA - Nationwide

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Willkie Farr & Gallagher frequently acts on FinTech M&A matters. The firm also regularly advises clients on crypto legislation. It has a strong data protection practice, advising clients on privacy issues concerning blockchain-enabled platforms.
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Work Highlights

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  • Willkie Farr & Gallagher represented Recorded Future, a threat intelligence platform, in its acquisition by Mastercard, negotiating transaction provisions related to privacy, information security and the use of artificial intelligence.

Strengths

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  • The Willkie Farr & Gallagher team stands out for its expertise and its pragmatic, business-oriented approach.

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  • Willkie Farr & Gallagher looks at issues from all angles and ensures they bring in the right experts to collaborate and find solutions.

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  • Breaches are always complex and require the attorney to be knowledgeable and understand technical information. Willkie partners have deep expertise and they make the right recommendations for clients.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Christopher Giancarlo
    Christopher Giancarlo

    Christopher Giancarlo

    Christopher Giancarlo is a former CFTC chairman and draws praise from clients and peers alike for his contribution to industry and thought leadership. He is also the founder and director of the Digital Dollar Project, a multi-stakeholder initiative that facilitates the exploration of a United States Central Bank Digital Currency.

    • Christopher Giancarlo is absolutely excellent in his space.

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    • Christopher is an all time great, a top regulatory lawyer.

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  • Laura E Jehl
    Laura E Jehl

    Laura E Jehl

    Laura Jehl leads the data protection and cybersecurity practice at the firm. Jehl helps clients to respond to significant data breaches and provides guidance on regulatory compliance both domestically and abroad.

    • Laura has incredible depth and breath of how to manage an incident or breach and she is always super calm and provides great advice in a simple and easy way to clients.

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    • Laura is highly knowledgeable and great at distilling crisp legal advice. She is great to work with and provides tremendous level of service.

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    • Laura is very business-focused, she cares a lot about the clients and what they need. she thinks ahead about what's down the road, with an amazing full picture view of the cybersecurity risks.

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Ranked Individuals at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP (2)

USA - Nationwide

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    Christopher Giancarlo

    FinTech Legal: Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies

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  • Profile image of Laura E Jehl

    Laura E Jehl

    FinTech Legal: Data Protection & Cyber Security

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