Containing ‘experts in the field’, Winston & Strawn LLP represents clients in privacy and data litigation, including acting class actions and biometric-related litigation. The firm is well-versed in state and federal regulatory frameworks including the TCPA, BIPA, CCPA and CIPA. Based in Chicago, Alessandra Swanson, an advisor to healthcare, retail, media and e-commerce companies, and Sean Wieber, an expert privacy litigator, lead the team. Los Angeles-based Kevin Simpson is well versed in privacy and consumer protection legislation.
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Testimonials
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‘Experts in the field, which is so important as can be a very technical area.’
‘The team has a deep up to date understanding of the intricacies of international trade law. they often practical useable advice in an efficient and effective manner.’
‘The firm makes it seamless when colleagues need to be included to provide quality, pragmatic advice on short notice.’
‘Very responsive to financial institution needs, providing practical advice rather than just academic memos.'
‘High level of competence.'
Key clients
- BAM Trading Services Inc.
- Fenix International Limited
- LexisNexis Special Services Inc.
- Sanctus, LLC
- ADG, LLC
- Great Expressions Dental Centers, P.C.
- Comcast Corp.
Work highlights
- Represented Fenix Internet, LLC in a closely watched and hotly contested biometric privacy suit.
- Represented BAM Trading Services Inc. in a case involving alleged violations of the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act.
- Led a major victory for LexisNexis Risk in connection with a consumer protection case alleging violations of Illinois citizens’ right to privacy.
Lawyers
Practice head
Alessandra Swanson; Sean Wieber
Other key lawyers
James Randall; Kevin Simpson