Ranking tables
Privacy & Data Security: Healthcare | Global
USA
Rankings overview for Departments
Hintze Law PLLC 3 Years Ranked
Hogan Lovells US LLP 7 Years Ranked- BakerHostetler LLP
- Davis Wright Tremaine LLP
- McDermott Will & Schulte
- Polsinelli PC
Holland & Knight LLP 1 Years Ranked
Reed Smith LLP 1 Years Ranked
Ropes & Gray LLP 3 Years Ranked- Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP
- Coppersmith Brockelman PLC
All Departments profiles
Band 1
1 Hintze Law PLLCPrivacy & Data Security: Healthcare2026 | Band 1 | 3 Years RankedHintze Law is a highly regarded boutique firm, particularly noted for its experience in handling cutting-edge technology and emerging issues impacting information security, such as automatic tracking, biometrics and facial recognition. Well versed in establishing compliance regimes in addition to responding to data breaches and ensuing investigations. Also routinely advises clients on FTC compliance and the ongoing impact of CCPA. Highly regarded by healthcare and biotech clients for advising on relevant data privacy and security laws such as HIPAA and COVID-19 pandemic responses and monitoring.1 Hogan Lovells US LLPPrivacy & Data Security: Healthcare2026 | Band 1 | 7 Years RankedHogan Lovells remains one of the country's preeminent privacy and data security practices. A highly talented roster of attorneys advising clients on major data breaches and complex policy matters across a multitude of industries, including retail, automotive and media. Particular expertise in healthcare privacy issues such as HIPAA compliance, wearable technology and medical data cyber-attacks. Additionally capable in a regulatory capacity, especially relating to the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), working in conjunction with the firm's European offices. Skilled at representing clients in investigations conducted by the FTC and other enforcement bodies.
Band 2
2 Alston & Bird LLPPrivacy & Data Security: Healthcare2026 | Band 2 | 2 Years RankedAlston & Bird has expertise in advising multinational companies on a variety of data and privacy issues, and demonstrates a sophisticated approach to compliance and data protection. Highly adept in issues regarding cybersecurity, with strength in network intrusions, and maintains a fine track record for its work in class action suits and FTC investigations. Also advises US companies on European privacy law, especially on compliance with the GDPR, in collaboration with the firm's Brussels office.2 Covington & Burling LLPPrivacy & Data Security: Healthcare2026 | Band 2 | 4 Years RankedThe Covington & Burling team is well versed in domestic and cross-border privacy and data security issues. An adept team providing tailored and sophisticated privacy counsel for clients in industries that include food and drugs, IT, telecoms and healthcare. Possesses additional expertise in big data, digital marketing and financial services. Strong record for helping clients navigate challenging FTC investigations. Handles the risk assessment of third-party platforms, with compliance expertise regarding COPPA. Showcases additional strength in reporting and responding to data breaches.
2 Morrison FoersterPrivacy & Data Security: Healthcare2026 | Band 2 | 2 Years RankedMorrison Foerster is a market-leading data security and privacy firm, offering the full suite of privacy law services, including data breach notification and enforcement. Well versed in creating tailored privacy policies for clients. Possesses significant experience advising on FTC and state privacy regulatory compliance matters. Works with notable established and emerging life sciences and technology companies. Often provides counsel to clients on the privacy aspects of major M&A transactions.
2 WilmerHalePrivacy & Data Security: Healthcare2026 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedWilmerHale is prominent for counseling high-profile, sophisticated clients on cutting-edge privacy and data security concerns. Demonstrates vast experience and knowledge of the Internet of Things, cross-device tracking and big-data initiatives. Sought after for defensive skill in national and regional investigations and compliance issues. Offers strength in healthcare-specific data protection matters, including HIPAA compliance. Extensive experience of advising on the implementation of CCPA, CPRA and GDPR compliance plans.
Band 3
3 Holland & Knight LLPPrivacy & Data Security: Healthcare2026 | Band 3 | 1 Years RankedHolland & Knight is a well-known firm which demonstrates prowess in defending data security litigation, including that emerging from ransomware attacks and privacy law violations. Houses lawyers who routinely advise on a range of federal and state privacy laws, including CCPA compliance.3 Reed Smith LLPPrivacy & Data Security: Healthcare2026 | Band 3 | 1 Years RankedReed Smith has a well-established practice and is highly experienced in representing clients in complex FTC proceedings and privacy-related litigation. Additional capability in assisting clients with incident response preparedness, crisis planning and diverse regulatory issues including CCPA and GDPR compliance. While also boasting a bourgeoning healthcare practice, assisting clients in traditional health privacy cases to novel digital health issues. It also offers a truly global service with offices across Europe.
3 Ropes & Gray LLPPrivacy & Data Security: Healthcare2026 | Band 3 | 3 Years RankedRopes & Gray has a well-regarded data security team boasting capabilities in both regulatory compliance and breach response. Works with household-name clients across a range of industries, with notable strength in the private equity, pharma and leisure sectors. Often turned to for assistance with diverse privacy legislation, including GDPR, CCPA and HIPAA compliance. Also widely regarded for its strength in data breach litigation and representing hospitals, health systems, medical device and pharma companies in healthcare privacy and data security matters.