Recommended for its ‘comprehensive global insights and knowledge’, Baker McKenzie LLP‘s data privacy and cybersecurity practice assists its clients in developing comprehensive privacy programs, carrying out complex cross-border data transfers, and handling challenging data breach incidents. Brian Hengesbaugh, based in Chicago, chairs the firm’s global data privacy and security business unit: his experience in the development and implementation of domestic and international privacy policy informing advisory work in global data privacy matters, direct marketing information management, and data-driven transactions. The firm’s global cybersecurity practice is headed from New York by Cyrus Vance, who handles high-stakes litigation and global investigations: also an area of strength for Elizabeth Roper. In Palo Alto, Cynthia Cole pairs intellectual property transactions experience with digital transformation and cybersecurity expertise, supporting clients across the media, energy, healthcare, and life sciences industries. The ’knowledgeable and approachable‘ Lothar Determann , also in Palo Alto, regularly advises on data privacy law compliance as well as information technology commercialization. Rachel Ehlers is the key name in Houston, with a practice focusing on technology transactions and cybersecurity. Stephen Reynolds departed the team in June 2023.
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‘Baker's depth of practice and global nature makes the firm unique. We have appreciated the practical approach to compliance and how to document it for regulators upon request. Additionally, Baker offers amazing training seminars and small group formats to facilitate the sharing of practices, along with Baker's input and recommendations.’
‘Lothar Determann has been a key resource in helping put together our program.’
‘Comprehensive global insights and knowledge; practical advice focused both on current compliance and future-proofing’
‘They go the extra mile to proactively engage with and inform us of new developments and emerging issues. Jonathan Tam in particular consistently engages with our teams consistently and has been excellent at helping us secure reliable advice. ’
‘The team is a very strong team with attorneys throughout the world. The attorneys I have worked with have been super responsive and knowledgeable. ’
‘Jonathan Tam has been fantastic to work with. Lothar Determann is very knowledgeable and approachable.’
Key clients
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- Emerson
- Thomson Reuters
- Avellino Lab
- Eaton Corporation
- ServiceNow
- Digital Media Solutions
- Mozilla
- Snowflake
- Walgreens Boot Alliance
Work highlights
- Advised Emerson on its privacy program related to spin off of climate technologies business.
- Advising the seller, Thomson Reuters, who was selling a large software and analytics (AI) business.
- Advised Avellino in building their IT and network security infrastructure, including working with external consultants on HIPPA analysis and compliance.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Brian Hengesbaugh; Cyrus Vance; Cynthia Cole
Other key lawyers
Elizabeth Roper; Lothar Determann; Rachel Ehlers; Jonathan Tam