Privacy & Data Security: The Elite
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 3
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Provided by Baker McKenzie
Baker McKenzie's cybersecurity and data privacy team works with clients to establish a robust framework that allows them to meet business objectives and grow securely – in any target markets. We draw from our experience advising multinationals across sectors and invest the time to understand our client's business inside out. Our global network means you'll always have a local specialist on hand to navigate any regional nuances, giving you the surety to grow your organization securely.
Our team is made up of leaders in the cybersecurity and data privacy field, including the former Manhattan District Attorney, as well as the former UK Information Commissioner. We have experts on the ground in markets worldwide ready to offer pragmatic, risk-based advice.
Clients value our unmatched understanding of the global compliance landscape and distinct knowledge of the interplay of privacy/data security issues with consumer protection laws, financial services and health regulations, labor and employment laws and other controls.
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The Baker McKenzie team continues to provide clients with high-caliber cybersecurity and data protection services both domestically and globally. Singled out for its specific focus on crisis management, performing advisory roles and privacy policy. Known for its excellent handling of privacy matters in the healthcare and financial services industries. Also offers advice on data issues arising during complex transactions and regarded for its international privacy practice, with special strength in cybersecurity.
Work Highlights
- Baker McKenzie advised Emerson on its privacy program related to the spin-off of its climate technologies business, now known as Copeland.
Strengths
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"A very practical and responsive team."
"Baker McKenzie's lawyers are very detail-oriented."
"It is a highly capable international team."
"A very practical and responsive team."
"Baker McKenzie's lawyers are very detail-oriented."
"It is a highly capable international team."
Notable Practitioners
Brian Hengesbaugh's arsenal of services includes advising on cross-border data privacy and protection, digital media and cybersecurity matters.
"Brian is an excellent attorney with a wealth of historical knowledge."
"He's very knowledgeable and pragmatic."
Lothar 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.
"He's very knowledgeable."
"Lothar is an absolutely brilliant lawyer."
Cristina 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.
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Members
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Head of Department
Cynthia Cole
Cyrus Vance
Elizabeth Roper
Helena Engfeldt
Jonathan Tam
Justine Phillips
Rachel Ehlers