‘Uniquely’ positioned to advise in the digital advertising space, the team at Venable LLP contains experts in the adtech sector, advising on data privacy in the social media, education, automotive, healthcare and entertainment sectors. In addition, the firm regularly handles AI-related matters. It also handles investigations and regulatory developments made by the FTC and state attorney generals. The team, which operates out of Washington DC, contains Kelly DeMarchis Bastide, who advises on privacy compliance, and Stuart Ingis, an advisor to trade associations and coalitions on privacy issues. Emilio Cividanes supports clients with the implementation of regulatory and litigation strategies concerning data privacy. Michael Signorelli is frequently instructed by marketers, advertisers, data providers and streaming platforms. Julia Tama is also noted for her work on financial, children’s and health privacy. Desirée Moore joined the firm from K&L in December 2023 followed by Emily Keimig and Jessica Arett from Sherman & Howard LLC in May 2024.
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‘The insight that the Venable team brings combines their expertise in the substance of the business issues that our industry faces along with their deep knowledge of the policy and legal environment that create constraints and opportunities.'
‘The two things that come most to mind when I think about my work with Stuart Ingis and Tara Potashnik is the combination of deep expertise and commitment to customer service. It isn't just that their advice is sound but that I can access that expertise in a timely manner.'
‘I work with Venable because they are very responsive and the guidance provided is excellent.’
‘The advice and counsel they provide always includes this deep understanding. It's a pleasure to work with them.’
‘Incredibly strong practice in the digital advertising space both for data and privacy.’
‘As counsel for huge players in the digital advertising space, this uniquely positions them to provide practical and spot on advice.’
Work highlights
- Representing and advising Privacy for America and have guided it through some of the most important privacy milestones in recent years, including working across the federal government on issues such as children's privacy and safety.
- Providing general counsel the Association of National Advertisers.
- Negotiated a final order settling allegations made by the FTC again InMarket and its practices around precise location data.
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Kelly DeMarchis Bastide; Emilio Cividanes; Julia Tama; Stuart Ingis; Michael Signorelli
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Tara Potashnik; Desiree Moore; Emily Keimig; Jessica Arett