White & Case LLP is the go-to firm for disputes work in the digital content and social sector. The firm has been involved in numerous complex litigations over the last year involving online social media platforms and regulatory issues. The firm has represented clients in cases involving the Online Safety Act 2023, the Digital Services Act, and the EU’s AI Act. The team is able to assist social media and technology clients throughout the technology lifecycle, from product development to launch and digitalisation initiatives. It also represents clients in data privacy and information law cases. Rory Hishon spearheads the team and represents global technology and social media clients in civil litigation, pre-litigation and contentious issues. Jenna Rennie co-leads the team alongside Hishon and is an expert in a wide array of regulatory matters, representing clients with issues related to the internet and social media law.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Accolades
Client satisfaction
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘Very strong on technology issues with deep experience of social media and other online platforms.’
‘Rory Hishon is an excellent strategist.’
‘The regulatory advisory practice in the online safety space is distinguished by its exceptional expertise and a strong team of talented lawyers who are both commercially minded and adept problem solvers.'
'This firm excels in providing tailored, pragmatic solutions that align regulatory compliance with business objectives. Clients benefit from the team's deep understanding of an emerging and complex regulatory landscape across the UK and EU.'
‘Rory Hishon, Jenna Rennie, and John Timmons possess extensive knowledge and a strong commercial acumen. Rory and Jenna are particularly proactive in problem-solving and excel in managing complex issues. We have especially appreciated their availability and flexibility in crisis situations when navigating with imperfect information and unclear solutions.’
‘White & Case, especially Rory Hishon's team, is an asset to my practice in the compliance and audit space within the technology and content moderation sectors. Their expertise, robust compliance skills, and ability to parse through complex questions is unparalleled.'
Key clients
- Meta Platforms, Inc.
- Spotify
- Calm
- Niantic
- TikTok
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Rory Hishon; Jenna Rennie
Other key lawyers
John Timmons; Laura Smith; Alex Beaton; Will Corbett-Graham