USA – ILLINOIS Trends and Developments Contributed by: Paul Yovanic, Jason Priebe, Ada Dolph and Michael Jacobsen Seyfarth Shaw LLP
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Seyfarth Shaw LLP has a data law practice comprising an interdisciplinary team of nearly 50 attorneys with expertise in data privacy, cyber - security, e-discovery, information governance, data science and analytics, records retention, and AI. The firm provides outcome-driven coun - selling to help clients navigate data regulations, ensuring compliance with both domestic and international standards. Its tailored strategies and practical approach to data governance, privacy policies, and cybersecurity measures empower businesses to protect and leverage their greatest asset – data. In addition to pro -
active counselling, Seyfarth’s data law practice excels in litigation across all areas of data law. The firm’s attorneys defend clients against data breach claims, regulatory enforcement actions, and e-discovery disputes. It offers practical, in - novative solutions in high-stakes litigation, en - suring clients are prepared for any data-related legal challenges. Whether managing complex e-discovery processes, responding to cyberse - curity incidents, or navigating workplace biom - etrics, the team delivers exceptional legal repre - sentation and practical strategic advice.
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Paul Yovanic is a senior associate in Seyfarth’s litigation
Jason Priebe is a partner in Seyfarth’s data law group and associate general counsel for the firm. He is an authority on data privacy, cybersecurity and e-discovery. He advises clients
department. His practice focuses on class actions, including data, privacy, and information security litigation. He has extensive experience defending clients against data breach and state law privacy claims, including the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) and the Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act, often litigating matters of first impression. He has defended more than 50 BIPA class actions, including some of the most high-profile lawsuits in the country. He also counsels and performs risk assessments for clients using or considering biometric-capable technologies. Paul is a member of The Sedona Conference Working Group 11 on Data Security and Privacy Liability.
on compliance, risk management, and litigation, focusing on GDPR, CCPA, cross- border data transfers, and incident response. Jason helps businesses develop defensible data retention policies, mitigate privacy risks in vendor contracts, and navigate regulatory inquiries. He also counsels organisations on litigation holds, investigations, and data breaches. Jason is a recognised authority on domestic and international privacy compliance, and routinely provides advice on the establishment of policies and procedures for electronic information management, controls, security and governance.
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