Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP excels while advising clients on data transfer issues, breaches and legislative compliance. Steven Farmer leads the team and is described by clients as ‘extremely knowledgeable and resourceful’. He has a strong track record in the health tech space and is well equipped to advise companies on their obligations under the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). Scott Morton has multi-jurisdictional experience and strength in cybersecurity matters.
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Testimonials
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- 'The Pillsbury team is highly competent and responsive.'
- 'Steven Farmer is extremely knowledgeable and resourceful, and makes himself available upon short notice.'
- 'This team is well-versed in GDPR and UK GDPR regulations, and can provide recommendations on personal data compliance measures and technical measures that align with customer service processes.'
- 'Steven Farmer excels in providing tailored advice and multiple solution options based on clients' immediate concerns and potential future issues. He demonstrates the ability to offer varied legal perspectives according to different contexts, enabling clients to select the most appropriate solutions for their specific situations.'
- 'One of the most remarkable individuals I’ve had the privilege to work with is Scott Morton, a data privacy lawyer whose counsel has been nothing short of exceptional. What makes Scott stand out is not only his deep technical expertise, but his ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance — a rare skill, especially in a field as nuanced as data privacy. Scott’s approach is both personable and principled. He brings warmth and clarity to every interaction, ensuring that, as a Client, I feel informed, empowered, and supported.'
Key clients
- Blis
- Boundless Learning
- BPM
- Carrot Fertility
- G.Network Communications
- General Atomics
- Giant| Bicycles
- Hanbury Strategy and Communications Limited
- Stack Data Strategy
- HM Electronics
- Ingenio
- Institute of International Finance
Work highlights
Guiding financial services clients, including State Street and PNC Bank, through intricate data protection issues, including compliance with cyber resilience-related regulations, which is of critical importance.
Advised UK-based B2C internet service provider G.Network on day-to-day privacy and cybersecurity compliance, including as related to cloud computing
Advised HM Electronics on global privacy compliance, including in relation to the roll out of various AI solutions which improve customer experience.
Practice head
Steven Farmer
Other key lawyers
Scott Morton