Ranking tables
Privacy & Data Security: Privacy | USA
USA - Nationwide
Rankings overview for Lawyers
Senior Statespeople
Eminent Practitioners
Star Individuals
Band 1
- Alan Charles Raul Sidley Austin LLP17 Years Ranked
- Alysa Hutnik Kelley Drye & Warren LLP17 Years Ranked
- Andrew B Serwin DLA Piper LLP (US)17 Years Ranked
- D Reed Freeman ArentFox Schiff LLP17 Years Ranked
- Kirk J Nahra WilmerHale17 Years Ranked
- Lydia B. Parnes Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati15 Years Ranked
- Marc Zwillinger ZwillGen PLLC18 Years Ranked
- Mike Hintze Hintze Law PLLC6 Years Ranked
- Miriam Wugmeister Morrison Foerster17 Years Ranked
Band 2
- Brian Hengesbaugh Baker McKenzie18 Years Ranked
- Christopher N. Olsen Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati6 Years Ranked
- David Navetta Troutman Pepper Locke LLP6 Years Ranked
- Edward R McNicholas Ropes & Gray LLP17 Years Ranked
- Heather Egan Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP15 Years Ranked
- Jennifer Archie Latham & Watkins LLP8 Years Ranked
- Justine Gottshall InfoLawGroup LLP18 Years Ranked
- Kristen J. Mathews Cooley LLP15 Years Ranked
- Lindsey Tonsager Covington & Burling LLP5 Years Ranked
- Susan Hintze Hintze Law PLLC6 Years Ranked
- Theodore J Kobus III BakerHostetler LLP12 Years Ranked
- Margaret P EisenhauerPrivacy & Information Management Services—Margaret P. Eisenhauer, P.C.
Band 3
- Aaron P Simpson Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP7 Years Ranked
- Boris Segalis Morrison Foerster11 Years Ranked
- Brittany Bacon Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP7 Years Ranked
- Christine E Lyon Freshfields US LLP4 Years Ranked
- Elizabeth Canter Covington & Burling LLP5 Years Ranked
- Emilio W Cividanes Venable LLP17 Years Ranked
- James Koenig Troutman Pepper Locke LLP6 Years Ranked
- Janis Claire Kestenbaum Perkins Coie LLP6 Years Ranked
- Julie O'Neill Morrison Foerster5 Years Ranked
- Liisa Thomas Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP12 Years Ranked
- Lothar Determann Baker McKenzie18 Years Ranked
- Meredith Halama Perkins Coie LLP4 Years Ranked
- Michael Rubin Latham & Watkins LLP5 Years Ranked
- Rajesh De Mayer Brown LLP5 Years Ranked
- Travis LeBlanc Cooley LLP5 Years Ranked
Band 4
- Amanda Witt Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP5 Years Ranked
- Benjamin Stein InfoLawGroup LLP5 Years Ranked
- Colleen Theresa Brown Sidley Austin LLP4 Years Ranked
- Daniel Goldberg Frankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz 5 Years Ranked
- David Stauss Husch Blackwell LLP3 Years Ranked
- Gerard M. Stegmaier Reed Smith LLP5 Years Ranked
- Ieuan Jolly Linklaters8 Years Ranked
- Jane Horvath Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP2 Years Ranked
- Jessica Lee Loeb & Loeb LLP4 Years Ranked
- Laura E Jehl Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP3 Years Ranked
- Maneesha Mithal Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati3 Years Ranked
- Nancy Libin Davis Wright Tremaine LLP4 Years Ranked
- Nathan D. Taylor Morrison Foerster7 Years Ranked
- Odia Kagan Fox Rothschild2 Years Ranked
Band 5
- Amy de La Lama Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP3 Years Ranked
- Behnam Dayanim Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP15 Years Ranked
- Beth George Freshfields US LLP3 Years Ranked
- Brian McGinnis Barnes & Thornburg LLP1 Years Ranked
- Camila Tobón Shook, Hardy & Bacon LLP3 Years Ranked
- Daniel Ilan Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP4 Years Ranked
- David Zetoony Greenberg Traurig, LLP3 Years Ranked
- Elizabeth Harding Greenberg Traurig, LLP2 Years Ranked
- Elliot Golding McDermott Will & Emery LLP3 Years Ranked
- Jacqueline Cooney Arnall Golden Gregory LLP1 Years Ranked
- James Haldin Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP1 Years Ranked
- Jonathan Neiditz Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP4 Years Ranked
- Julia Kernochan Tama Venable LLP2 Years Ranked
- Kandi Parsons ZwillGen PLLC5 Years Ranked
- Libby Weingarten Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati4 Years Ranked
- Matthew Baker Baker Botts L.L.P.3 Years Ranked
- Melissa Krasnow VLP Law Group LLP4 Years Ranked
- Michael Bahar Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP2 Years Ranked
- Michael Morgan McDermott Will & Emery LLP1 Years Ranked
- Nancy L Perkins Arnold & Porter16 Years Ranked
- Omer Tene Goodwin3 Years Ranked
- Randall Edwards O'Melveny & Myers LLP1 Years Ranked
- Ronald D Lee Arnold & Porter17 Years Ranked
- Sam Castic Hintze Law PLLC1 Years Ranked
- Scott Loughlin Hogan Lovells US LLP4 Years Ranked
- Steven Roosa Norton Rose Fulbright2 Years Ranked
- Tyler Newby Fenwick4 Years Ranked
- Sarah HutchinsParker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP
Up and Coming
All Lawyers profiles
Senior Statespeople
S Christopher WolfHogan Lovells US LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Senior Statespeople | 17 Years RankedChristopher Wolf is noted for his seasoned expertise in privacy law matters and remains an excellent choice of counsel for complex regulatory issues.S L Richard FischerMorrison Foerster | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Senior Statespeople | 20 Years RankedSenior counsel Richard Fischer remains a highly regarded figure in the privacy space. His storied career has included acting for insurers, banks and retailers.
Eminent Practitioners
E Dana RosenfeldKelley Drye & Warren LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 15 Years RankedManaging partner Dana Rosenfeld is noted for her high-level compliance practice, which draws on her impressive background as a former assistant director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection. She routinely advises clients on compliance with varied legislation, including CCPA and COPPA.E Stuart P IngisVenable LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 17 Years RankedStuart Ingis maintains a prominent privacy practice in addition to being chairman of the firm. He is particularly capable at handling data security matters affecting the advertising technology industry.
Star Individuals
- Lisa J SottoHunton Andrews Kurth LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Star Individuals | 17 Years RankedLisa Sotto continues to be renowned for her unparalleled skill in responding to data security incidents and breaches of privacy.
Band 1
1 Alan Charles RaulSidley Austin LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedAlan Charles Raul attracts praise for his vast experience in the privacy and data security space, often advising corporate clients on regulatory compliance and data breach response. He is also known for his significant contribution to federal privacy legislation.1 Alysa HutnikKelley Drye & Warren LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedAlysa Zeltzer Hutnik excels in handling data protection and privacy issues as they intersect with marketing law. She has noted expertise in the adtech space.1 Andrew B SerwinDLA Piper LLP (US) | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedAndrew Serwin is accomplished in navigating data security incidents, overseeing technical investigations and responding to enforcement issues. His clients come from a range of sectors, including technology, energy and pharma.
1 D Reed FreemanArentFox Schiff LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedReed Freeman of ArentFox Schiff regularly represents clients in FTC investigations in addition to advising clients on complying with federal privacy regulations. He has noted expertise in the adtech privacy space.1 Kirk J NahraWilmerHale | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedKirk Nahra is a high-level data security practitioner with notable capabilities to serve healthcare and financial services clients across the country and internationally.
1 Lydia B. ParnesWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 1 | 15 Years RankedLydia Parnes has a formidable reputation in the consumer protection sphere of privacy and data security, regularly representing clients in FTC investigations.1 Marc ZwillingerZwillGen PLLC | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 1 | 18 Years RankedMarc Zwillinger is manager and founding member of ZwillGen and is a widely known expert in the rights of government agencies to access data held by businesses and responding to FTC inquiries.
Key sectorsLeisure and Hospitality|Retail and Consumer|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)1 Mike HintzeHintze Law PLLC | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 1 | 6 Years RankedMike Hintze is highly regarded for his top-level experience of in-house data security in the technology sector, which he brings to private practice.Key sectorsBusiness and Professional Services|Financial Services|Health and Life Sciences|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)1 Miriam WugmeisterMorrison Foerster | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 1 | 17 Years RankedMiriam Wugmeister is frequently engaged by multinational corporations and Fortune 500 companies to advise on compliance with privacy regulations globally and for representation in major FTC investigations.
Band 2
2 Brian HengesbaughBaker McKenzie | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 2 | 18 Years RankedBrian Hengesbaugh's arsenal of services includes advising on cross-border data privacy and protection, digital media and cybersecurity matters.2 Christopher N. OlsenWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedChristopher Olsen shines in counseling clients undergoing FTC investigation, drawing on a wealth of first-hand experience as a former regulator. He has particular expertise advising clients in the technology sectors.
2 David NavettaTroutman Pepper Locke LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedDavid 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.
2 Edward R McNicholasRopes & Gray LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 2 | 17 Years RankedEdward McNicholas' practice incorporates both counseling and litigation, including investigations conducted by enforcement entities. Able to assist in privacy and cybersecurity matters across the globe, he has an extensive clientele list which includes technology companies, pharma companies, financial institutions, healthcare providers and e-commerce retailers.
2 Heather EganMorgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 2 | 15 Years RankedHeather Egan of Morgan, Lewis & Bockius counsels clients on the full spectrum of transactional concerns pertaining to privacy and data security. She boasts specific experience in advising clients in the context of ransomware attacks as well as on adtech matters.
2 Jennifer ArchieLatham & Watkins LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 2 | 8 Years RankedJennifer Archie's practice runs the gamut of contentious and advisory privacy and data protection considerations; she combines regulatory advice with class action defense.2 Justine GottshallInfoLawGroup LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 2 | 18 Years RankedJustine Gottshall of InfoLawGroup is particularly well known for her extensive capabilities in data protection issues as they pertain to the media and entertainment industries. She regularly advises on adtech issues and the implementation of wide-ranging programs to comply with the CCPA and other legislation.2 Kristen J. MathewsCooley LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 2 | 15 Years RankedKristen Mathews is a highly regarded attorney, noted for her standout experience in the creation of customized compliance programs, including breach response planning.2 Lindsey TonsagerCovington & Burling LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 2 | 5 Years RankedLindsey Tonsager is co-chair of the Global Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice at Covington & Burling and advises on COPPA and CCPA, particularly relating to newly developed technologies.
2 Susan HintzeHintze Law PLLC | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 2 | 6 Years RankedSusan Hintze is the founding and managing-partner of Hintze Law particularly sought after for her expertise in the interplay of cutting-edge technology with data security regulations.
Key sectorsBusiness and Professional Services|Financial Services|Health and Life Sciences|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)2 Theodore J Kobus IIIBakerHostetler LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 2 | 12 Years RankedTheodore Kobus is noted as a market-leading expert in cybersecurity issues, including responding to high-stakes data breaches.- Margaret P EisenhauerPrivacy & Information Management Services—Margaret P. Eisenhauer, P.C. | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 2
Band 3
3 Aaron P SimpsonHunton Andrews Kurth LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedAaron Simpson is highly recommended for his ability to combine knowledge of EU and USA regulatory frameworks.3 Boris SegalisMorrison Foerster | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 11 Years RankedBoris Segalis is well known for his experience representing clients in government investigations and frequently provides regulatory advice to developers of new technologies, including AI.3 Brittany BaconHunton Andrews Kurth LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 7 Years RankedBrittany Bacon is engaged for her privacy and cybersecurity expertise by clients including financial institutions, household-name brands and high-profile technology companies.
3 Christine E LyonFreshfields US LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedChristine Lyon of Freshfields is the global cochair of the firm's privacy practice, with deep experience in privacy counseling. She is noted for her ability to advise clients in the technology, life sciences and retail sectors.
3 Elizabeth CanterCovington & Burling LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedElizabeth Canter attracts extensive praise for her burgeoning privacy and cybersecurity practice. She advises businesses from all sectors on compliance with laws governing the handling of health-related data.3 Emilio W CividanesVenable LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 17 Years RankedEmilio Cividanes is notable for defending clients in government investigations, specifically those conducted by the FTC. Clients additionally look to him in advertising technology matters.3 James KoenigTroutman Pepper Locke LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedJames 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.
3 Janis Claire KestenbaumPerkins Coie LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 6 Years RankedJanis Kestenbaum is highly experienced in advising on the navigation of consumer protection regulations in a privacy context.3 Julie O'NeillMorrison Foerster | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedJulie O'Neill is recommended for her expertise in a wide range of privacy matters, frequently advising on CCPA and COPPA compliance, as well as acting for clients undergoing FTC investigations.3 Liisa ThomasSheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 12 Years RankedLiisa Thomas is leader of the firms cybersecurity team and fulfills a general advisory role. She is often seen advocating for her clients in contentious data breaches across a plethora of industries, including consumer brands, advertising agencies and education institutions.
3 Lothar DetermannBaker McKenzie | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 18 Years RankedLothar Determann is recognized for his keen insight into European privacy legislation affecting USA-based clients. He is also well respected for his work on CCPA counseling.3 Meredith HalamaPerkins Coie LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 4 Years RankedMeredith Halama is very experienced in the privacy space, often advising clients on highly complex areas at the intersection of law and technology. She is also well respected by peers for her expertise in adtech privacy matters.3 Michael RubinLatham & Watkins LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedMichael 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.3 Rajesh DeMayer Brown LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedRajesh De brings expertise gained in the MOD, DOJ and NSA to private practice. As a result, his data security practice revolves around matters of incident response and preparedness, with particular cybersecurity expertise.3 Travis LeBlancCooley LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 3 | 5 Years RankedTravis LeBlanc frequently advises on major data breaches and represents clients in FTC investigations and privacy litigation. He brings to private practice his experience as chief of the Enforcement Bureau at the FCC.
Band 4
4 Amanda WittNelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedAmanda Witt of Kilpatrick Townsend advises clients, including those in the technology sector, on compliance with data security regimes.4 Benjamin SteinInfoLawGroup LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedBenjamin Stein's practice covers a wide spectrum of issues, including advising clients on the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act, the VPPA and new state consumer privacy laws.4 Colleen Theresa BrownSidley Austin LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedColleen Theresa Brown has a strong privacy practice managing data breach issues and litigation. She also has experience of working on privacy matters following acquisitions.4 Daniel GoldbergFrankfurt Kurnit Klein & Selz | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedDaniel Goldberg is chair of the firm's data strategy, privacy & security group and is recommended for his broad-based privacy expertise specifically in advertising technology and transactions. Often he assists clients with CCPA and GDPR compliance issues.
4 David StaussHusch Blackwell LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedDavid Stauss of Husch Blackwell is noted for his ability to provide guidance and compliance advice to clients surrounding state privacy laws, including the CCPA and CPRA.4 Gerard M. StegmaierReed Smith LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 5 Years RankedGerard Stegmaier assists clients in complying with regulatory regimes, including both data protection and cybersecurity matters. He also frequently represents the subjects of governmental investigations and enforcement actions and advises on the use of AI.
4 Ieuan JollyLinklaters | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 8 Years RankedIeuan Jolly brings a wealth of expertise to bear for clients, which include a number of major multinational corporates. His practice features strength in transactions involving data-rich assets and compliance counseling across a broad array of international privacy and cybersecurity regulations. He is also highly sought after for his knowledge on technologies like generative AI.
4 Jane HorvathGibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedJane Horvath is cochair of the privacy, cybersecurity and data innovation practice group. She has experience advising on a wide range of issues, including complex data breaches and the implementation of the European Union’s Digital Markets Act.4 Jessica LeeLoeb & Loeb LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedJessica Lee is well versed in privacy law compliance and advises clients on a wide spectrum of matters, including biometric legislation and adtech issues.4 Laura E JehlWillkie Farr & Gallagher LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedLaura Jehl of Willkie Farr & Gallagher is called upon by clients to assist in a range of data privacy and cybersecurity matters, including breach notifications and AI and biometric law compliance. She has considerable experience of advising clients in the technology sector.4 Maneesha MithalWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 3 Years RankedManeesha Mithal demonstrates considerable strength in assisting clients with FTC investigations and privacy strategies.4 Nancy LibinDavis Wright Tremaine LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 4 Years RankedNancy Libin has an impressive practice advising clients on a range of privacy issues including biometrics and laws affecting young people.4 Nathan D. TaylorMorrison Foerster | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 7 Years RankedNathan Taylor specializes in financial privacy law and assisting companies with adopting the CCPA, while also being proficient at handling cross-border data transfer agreements.
4 Odia KaganFox Rothschild | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 4 | 2 Years RankedOdia Kagan of Fox Rothschild has experience of advising on privacy compliance across a range of sectors, including the manufacturing, finance and technology space.
Band 5
5 Amy de La LamaBryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedAmy de La Lama chairs the global data privacy and security team at BCLP. She has experience handling an array of privacy matters, both nationally and internationally, ranging from biometrics and AI privacy issues to GDPR compliance.
5 Behnam DayanimOrrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 15 Years RankedBehnam Dayanim has considerable experience of advising clients in the gaming, technology and media sectors on a range of privacy issues.5 Beth GeorgeFreshfields US LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedBeth George is held in high regard for her ability to advise clients on crisis management and preparation.5 Brian McGinnisBarnes & Thornburg LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedBrian McGinnis is co-chair of Barnes & Thornburg's data security and privacy practice and advises many multinational corporations on data compliance, regulatory reviews and responding to data breaches.
5 Camila TobónShook, Hardy & Bacon LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedCamila Tobón is called upon for her data privacy expertise, advising companies on compliance matters and data programs.5 Daniel IlanCleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedDaniel Ilan of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton frequently advises on domestic and international privacy law matters. He has noted experience with transactional privacy issues and emerging AI tools.
5 David ZetoonyGreenberg Traurig, LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedDavid Zetoony co-chairs the firms data, privacy & cybersecurity practice and is noted for his ability to provide counsel on data privacy compliance. He has significant experience of advising clients on global privacy and security laws, including GDPR in the EU.
5 Elizabeth HardingGreenberg Traurig, LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedElizabeth Harding is recognized for her strength in advising clients on privacy compliance across a range of jurisdictions. She has experience of providing counsel on privacy in relation to AI technology platforms.5 Elliot GoldingMcDermott Will & Emery LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedElliot Golding is adept at advising clients in sectors inclusive of automotive, health/life sciences and technology, on national and international data matters covering compliance, data transfers and governance and issues arising from new laws.
5 Jacqueline CooneyArnall Golden Gregory LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedJacqueline Cooney is co-chair of Arnall Golden Gregory's privacy & cybersecurity practice and assists clients across the financial services, retail and entertainment industries in compliance with US and EU privacy laws, breach response and cross-border data transfer.
5 James HaldinDavis Polk & Wardwell LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedJames Haldin brings extensive experience to data privacy and cybersecurity advising high-profile clients on responding to the FTC, DOJ and other authorities. He is often engaged in compliance and risk management for multinational corporations in the healthcare, oil and gas, technology and manufacturing sectors, he also acts as an adviser on AI product design and models.
5 Jonathan NeiditzKilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedJonathan Neiditz of Kilpatrick Townsend is well versed in global privacy laws. He has expertise in transactional matters, as well as data monetization.5 Julia Kernochan TamaVenable LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedCochair of the privacy and data security group, Julia Kernochan Tama boasts an impressive practice in the space. Her clients stem from a broad range of sectors, including retail, financial services and media. She advises clients on health privacy and children's privacy issues, among other matters.5 Kandi ParsonsZwillGen PLLC | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 5 Years RankedKandi Parsons is a rising star in privacy and regularly represents clients in FTC investigations and defending class actions.Key sectorsEducation|Retail and Consumer|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)5 Libby WeingartenWilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedLibby 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.5 Matthew BakerBaker Botts L.L.P. | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedMatthew Baker of Baker Botts is adept at handling state and global data privacy law compliance for various companies. He has considerable experience in advising on CPRA, BIPA and GDPR issues.5 Melissa KrasnowVLP Law Group LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedMelissa Krasnow of VLP Law Group has an impressively well-rounded privacy practice covering counseling on issues such as CCPA, HIPAA and COPPA, as well as handling data breach incidents and enforcement matters.5 Michael BaharEversheds Sutherland (US) LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedMichael Bahar is a highly regarded practitioner with considerable experience advising clients on cross-border privacy laws. He has recently handled data breaches and investigations.5 Michael MorganMcDermott Will & Emery LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedMichael Morgan leads the firm's Global Privacy & Cybersecurity practice group and is regarded highly for his work in compliance, incident response, cybersecurity and data breaches.
5 Nancy L PerkinsArnold & Porter | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 16 Years RankedNancy Perkins is highly regarded for her work with businesses in creating and developing their data protection regimes. This utilizes her strength in HIPAA, CCPA and COPPA compliance.5 Omer TeneGoodwin | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 3 Years RankedOmer Tene is held in high regard in the market. He is noted for his ability to assist large clients with data privacy reviews, transfers and incident responses.5 Randall EdwardsO'Melveny & Myers LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedRandall Edwards of O'Melveny & Myers often serves as data security counsel, representing companies in breach incidents and class actions.
5 Ronald D LeeArnold & Porter | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 17 Years RankedRonald Lee is particularly well known for his national security expertise honed in the Department of Justice. This enables him to provide data protection and cybersecurity advice to clients in sensitive sectors, including defense.5 Sam CasticHintze Law PLLC | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 1 Years RankedSam Castic is highly regarded for his practical strategies regarding privacy programs, data processing and security, AI and transfer agreements. He counsels clients from a range of sectors including, retail, e-commerce, technology, social media and fintech.
Key sectorsBusiness and Professional Services|Financial Services|Leisure and Hospitality|Retail and Consumer|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)5 Scott LoughlinHogan Lovells US LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedScott Loughlin has significant experience of providing counsel on compliance with complex privacy regulations, as well as incident preparedness and response. He demonstrates notable strength in the healthcare sector.5 Steven RoosaNorton Rose Fulbright | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 2 Years RankedSteven Roosa has a distinguished practice in the space. He is noted for his ability to advise clients on cross-border privacy compliance, including with regard to GDPR and cross-border data transfers.5 Tyler NewbyFenwick | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5 | 4 Years RankedTyler Newby handles privacy compliance counseling in novel areas including adtech and facial recognition. He has extensive knowledge of CCPA and COPPA legislation.- Sarah HutchinsParker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Band 5
Up and Coming
U Jake BernsteinK&L Gates | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Up and Coming | 1 Years RankedJake Bernstein of K&L Gates is adept at advising on data privacy risk and mitigations, often assisting on privacy issues and regulations related to AI.
U Melissa MaaloufZwillGen PLLC | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Up and Coming | 3 Years RankedMelissa Maalouf is sought after for her expertise on data protection compliance matters, on both a state and global level.Key sectorsFinancial Services|Retail and Consumer|Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT)U Starr Turner DrumPolsinelli PC | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Up and Coming | 2 Years RankedStarr Turner Drum has a burgeoning practice in this space. She is noted for her ability to represent clients in complex privacy litigation, as well as investigations by regulatory bodies such as the FTC and OCR.
Associates to watch
- Cristina MesserschmidtBaker McKenzie | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Associates to watch | 2 Years RankedCristina Messerschmidt has a burgeoning presence in the space. She has notable experience of assisting organizations in the retail, healthcare and technology sectors with complex privacy issues, such as cross-border data transfers and global privacy compliance.
- Teddy ShelbyLoeb & Loeb LLP | Privacy & Data Security: Privacy2025 | Associates to watch | 1 Years Ranked
Teddy Shelby assists clients across a wide range of privacy and data matters but is often seen addressing privacy compliance matters related to digital advertising, cross-border data transfers and providing advice on federal and state privacy laws.