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Privacy & Data Security: The Elite - USA
What the Team is Known For
Wilson Sonsini demonstrates impressive capabilities in class actions and government investigations, with particular experience in matters concerning the FTC and state attorneys general. Regularly advises clients on implementing privacy policies and data security compliance. Also well regarded for its expertise in M&A activity with data transfer requirements, and transactions in which data is considered an asset. Noted for its expertise on issues concerning the CCPA, BIPA, COPPA and VPPA. Experienced in matters pertaining to national security, such as handling requests for information under the Foreign Intelligence Act and National Security Letters.
Strengths
"The team are very experienced and are capable of taking on complicated matters. They also have deep expertise and a deep bench."
"Wilson Sonsini's group provides practical, sophisticated and super-timely legal advice."
"The group is knowledgeable, client service-oriented and extremely responsive."
Work Highlights
Wilson Sonsini advised YouTube on a variety of compliance issues related to children’s privacy and content moderation issues.
Notable practitioners
Lydia Parnes has a formidable reputation in the consumer protection sphere of privacy and data security, regularly representing clients in FTC investigations.
"She's one of the most wonderful lawyers to work with. She's hyper-responsive and exceptionally knowledgeable."
"Lydia is a top-notch lawyer."
Christopher Olsen shines in counseling clients undergoing FTC investigation, drawing on a wealth of firsthand experience as a former regulator.
"Chris provides practical, sophisticated and timely legal advice."
"He has an excellent work ethic and is very responsive."
Libby Weingarten has impressive strength in privacy counseling, often being sought out by clients to advise on CCPA, GDPR and GLBA issues. She also has experience in government investigations.
"Libby is a pleasure to work with - she has a very strong legal mind and provides strong practical advice."
Maneesha Mithal demonstrates considerable strength in assisting clients with FTC investigations and privacy strategies.
"She cuts to the heart of complex questions quickly and is always super-responsive."
"Maneesha offers highly practical and thoughtful advice."