Privacy & Data Security: Highly Regarded
USA Guide 2024 : USA - Nationwide
Band 3
Contact number
+1 312 862 2000About
Provided by Kirkland & Ellis
Kirkland’s Cybersecurity & Data Privacy group focuses on the evolving business, technological and legal issues relating to ensuring the appropriate privacy protection and disclosures regarding collection of consumer and employee data, and ensuring the security of business’ data networks. Our full-service, multidisciplinary practice counsels clients regarding the evolving web of global cybersecurity and data privacy regulations, including the U.S. SEC Cybersecurity Rules, EU and UK GDPR, China Cybersecurity Law, HIPAA, COPPA, and many others.
Our work includes reviewing and advising on the plans and policies of business organizations’ related to cybersecurity and data privacy issues, including those of Fortune 500 companies, leading private equity firms, and other multinational financial institutions. In addition, in the immediate aftermath of a security incident, we provide companies with trusted advice and, working closely with in-house personnel and industry-leading forensic consultants, assess and isolate systems that may have been breached; identify stolen or lost data; determine legal and contractual notification obligations; develop internal and external communications; and, should a threat actor be identified, provide real-time guidance to review options, gain insight into their motivations, and evaluate the legal and business implications of responding to monetary demands.
Chambers Review
Kirkland & Ellis' team is highlighted for its ability to handle litigation and investigations related to cybersecurity incidents. The group has further strength in advising clients on privacy and data issues arising from acquisitions, mergers and joint ventures. Its practitioners demonstrate their ability to advise on a plethora of complex privacy regulations, including GDPR, HIPAA and SEC Cybersecurity Rules.
Washington-based Erin Nealy Cox is a key contact for the firm.
Work Highlights
- Kirkland represented Accenture in a consumer class action arising from a data breach involving Marriott’s guest reservation database.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The Kirkland team has a strong grip on the complexities and nuances of the legal and regulatory landscape."
"Overall Kirkland brings the talent and expertise for any business legal situation and I have been thoroughly impressed."
"The team is strong."
"The Kirkland team has a strong grip on the complexities and nuances of the legal and regulatory landscape."
"Overall Kirkland brings the talent and expertise for any business legal situation and I have been thoroughly impressed."
"The team is strong."