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Michael Rubin

Michael Rubin

Global 2026

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Michael Rubin represents leading technology companies in high-stakes litigation and regulatory matters in the United States and globally. Michael serves as Global Chair of the Artificial Intelligence Practice, Global Co-Chair of the Privacy & Cyber Practice, and as Global Vice Chair of the Technology Industry Group.

Michael draws on more than two decades of experience at the leading edge of legal issues in Silicon Valley. As a seasoned litigator, he has the strategic judgment to minimize exposure in enterprise-threatening disputes; securing the best possible outcomes in court and matters before the Federal Trade Commission, state attorneys general, and other regulators. As a pioneering technology lawyer, he has the perspective to counsel companies active in the artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies sectors on product design and business model development. And as an accomplished leader, he assembles top-notch cross-practice and cross-jurisdictional teams to respond quickly to crises and help companies at all stages of their life cycle realize their business objectives.

Michael regularly provides counsel and representation on:

- Privacy, cybersecurity, and consumer protection incidents and matters arising under US and global regulations — including FTC Section 5

- Artificial intelligence matters ranging from design, to governance, to regulatory compliance and defense, to litigation

- Emerging technologies and novel business and regulatory issues

Michael regularly writes and speaks on technology, AI, privacy, and cybersecurity topics.

He is a member of the firm’s LBGTQ+ Lawyers’ Group.

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Privacy & Data Security: Litigation - USA

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial
Michael Rubin is known for providing data privacy advice to leading technology companies. He is particularly experienced in FTC compliance and investigations work. He has noted expertise in litigation matters.

Privacy & Data Security: Privacy - USA

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial
Michael Rubin is known for providing data privacy advice to leading technology companies. He is particularly experienced in FTC compliance and investigations work. He has noted expertise in litigation matters.

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  • Michael is incredibly talented, capable of digging deep into corporate dynamics and products to provide effective advice.

    Privacy & Data Security: LitigationChambers Global Guide
  • Michael is a great litigator and go-to lawyer for privacy-related litigation and regulatory matters.

    Privacy & Data Security: LitigationChambers Global Guide
  • Michael in our view is one of the sharpest lawyers out there.

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