Data Privacy & Cybersecurity

Overview

Protecting Businesses Within an Evolving Digital Landscape

In today’s increasingly digital and data-driven economy, safeguarding sensitive information is not just a best practice—it’s a business imperative. At DarrowEverett LLP, our Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice Group helps companies meet the growing demands of regulatory compliance, manage data-related risks, and respond to cybersecurity incidents swiftly and effectively.

With cyberattacks, data breaches, and regulatory scrutiny on the rise, organizations across all industries must remain vigilant. Our attorneys provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance to help clients develop resilient data privacy programs that align with both their operational needs and legal obligations. Whether advising on domestic requirements or navigating complex cross-border regulations, our team delivers forward-looking solutions tailored to your business.

Our Services

  • Regulatory Compliance: We help clients understand and comply with a range of data protection frameworks, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and other federal, state, and industry-specific regulations. We monitor changes in legislation to keep your compliance strategies current.
  • Privacy Policies & Terms of Use: Our attorneys draft, review, and update privacy policies, website terms of service, and internal data governance documents to promote transparency, enhance user trust, and support defensibility in the event of regulatory review.
  • Data Breach Response & Notification: When a breach occurs, swift action is critical. We provide immediate guidance on breach response, coordinate with forensic and technical experts, assist with legal notifications and regulatory disclosures, and develop communications plans to limit reputational harm.
  • Cybersecurity Risk Management: Our team works closely with clients to implement proactive risk management strategies, including the development of cybersecurity frameworks, employee training programs, incident response plans, and internal audits.
  • Contractual & Vendor Risk Management: Data security often depends on the strength of your third-party relationships. We review, negotiate, and draft data processing agreements, cloud services contracts, and vendor risk assessments to ensure appropriate allocation of responsibility and adequate protection of sensitive data.
  • Litigation & Enforcement Defense: In the event of regulatory investigations, consumer complaints, or civil litigation related to data privacy or cybersecurity incidents, our attorneys provide vigorous and strategic representation to protect your business and reputation.

Why Choose DarrowEverett?

  • Industry-Focused Insight: Our team combines legal experience with a deep understanding of the industries we serve—from healthcare and financial services to e-commerce and technology—ensuring our advice is grounded in your operational realities.
  • Integrated, Business-Aligned Strategy: We don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach. Our counsel is aligned with your goals, risk tolerance, and technical environment, offering actionable guidance that fits your organization.
  • Forward-Thinking Legal Support: As privacy laws evolve and cybersecurity threats grow more sophisticated, we help clients stay ahead of emerging risks through proactive planning and continuous legal oversight.
  • Responsive and Practical: Whether you’re building a privacy program from the ground up, addressing compliance gaps, or managing a crisis, DarrowEverett provides responsive, solution-oriented support when you need it most.

To learn how DarrowEverett can support your data privacy and cybersecurity needs, connect with our team today.

Michael Burke

Practice Leader

Michael P. Burke - Partner

Michael P. Burke is the Co-Chair of DarrowEverett’s Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice Group with over a decade of trial and arbitration experience representing clients in court and arbitration…

Stacy Thomsen

Practice Leader

Stacy W. Thomsen - Senior Associate

Stacy W. Thomsen is a member of DarrowEverett’s Business Litigation & Alternative Dispute Resolution and Labor & Employment Practice Groups. She advises and represents clients in complex commercial disputes, statutory…

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Boston, MA 02109


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Charlotte, NC 28209


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