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Cooley LLP

Cooley LLP

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United States • Media, technology and telecoms

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Cyber law (including data privacy and data protection)

Operating across major nationwide tech hubs, Cooley LLP continues to be a trusted advisor to technology, AI, and fintech clients navigating complex and evolving cyber and data privacy matters. The firm’s contentious expertise is bolstered by its close collaboration with its litigation team and is particularly adept at handling class actions and ransomware data breaches. Co-head Travis LeBlanc splits his time between San Francisco and Washington DC, and is recognized in the market for handling complex regulatory and enforcement cases in the commercial sector. Also in Washington DC, Michael Egan advises international businesses on consumer protection, data security, and cyber incident response. Based in New York, Kristen Mathews is well-versed in the full spectrum of cybersecurity and privacy work, including in novel and emerging fields such as neuroprivacy. San Diego-based Scott Dailard has substantial experience in privacy and consumer protection-related FTC and state AG investigations, as well as advising on children’s privacy and safety. Brett Weinstein, in New York, is noted for representing clients in high-stakes FTC investigations and assisting leading technology companies on data privacy compliance.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Cooley’s cyber and data privacy practice stands out for its deep technical expertise combined with strong commercial judgment. The team provides clear, pragmatic advice that is well aligned with business realities, not just legal compliance. They are highly responsive, efficient, and effective in fast-moving or complex matters.'

  • 'Compared to other firms, Cooley integrates privacy and cybersecurity seamlessly with broader technology and corporate expertise, which avoids silos and improves outcomes. The team collaborates well across offices, uses technology thoughtfully to drive efficiency, and demonstrates a modern approach to staffing and diversity.’

  • ‘The individuals we work with are technically excellent, highly responsive, and practical. Partners remain closely engaged, and associates are strong, well-prepared, and efficient. What sets them apart is sound judgment, clear communication, and a genuine focus on long-term client outcomes rather than narrow task execution.’

  • ‘Tiana Demas is deeply knowledgeable in the area of data privacy law. Not only does she know the current state of the law, she understands the regulatory environment and the appetites of the plaintiffs' class action bar. She is a fierce negotiator and is clear and candid in providing legal advice.’

  • ‘What I truly appreciated about my experience with Cooley was their organization, attention to detail, and genuine concern for our situation. They truly wanted to understand our legal issues and how those issues affected our entire organization.'

  • 'The team was responsive, helpful, experienced, and knowledgeable. They provided legal counsel that was right on target and allowed us to solve a vexing legal issue.’

Key clients

  • AARP
  • QTC Commercial Services
  • Google, Inc
  • Renaissance Learning, Inc
  • Roblox Corporation
  • Shopify
  • loanDepot.com
  • Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Work highlights

Successfully defended Google in a claim under the California Comprehensive Computer Data Access and Fraud Act (CDAFA) and achieved a damages result that was only 1.4% of the plaintiffs’ unprecedented $31 billion ask.
Successfully defended Roblox in a putative class action alleging violations of California consumer protection laws and fraudulent misrepresentation related to the platform’s treatment of minor content creators.
Successfully represented QTC Commercial Services in two consolidated class actions stemming from a ransomware-driven data breach.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame

The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.

Travis LeBlanc
Travis LeBlanc
Kristen Mathews
Kristen Mathews
Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Michael Egan
Michael Egan
Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Brett Weinstein
Brett Weinstein
Practice head

Travis LeBlanc

Other key lawyers

Michael Egan; Kristen Mathews; Scott Dailard; Brett Weinstein; Erik Lampmann-Shaver; Randy Sabbet; Tiana Demas