“[A]dept at handling state and global data privacy law compliance for various companies.”

Chambers USA 2024

Empowering global industry leaders to navigate the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, data governance, and privacy with confidence and clarity.

WHY BAKER BOTTS

At Baker Botts, we know that data is power—and with it comes serious responsibility. As global regulations tighten and technology accelerates, the stakes have never been higher. We help clients lead with confidence, turning regulatory complexity and digital risk into strategic advantage.

Privacy isn’t confined by borders—and neither are we. Our global team of seasoned privacy and cybersecurity lawyers are built to meet the moment, wherever that moment happens. We advise clients on the full spectrum of data privacy and cyber matters—crafting compliance strategies, conducting audits, drafting policies and terms, negotiating risk in deals, and defending in investigations and litigation.

With boots on the ground across key jurisdictions, we know that privacy and data protection are international challenges demanding cross-border solutions. From the U.S. to the EU and beyond, we help clients navigate evolving regulations. Our team doesn’t just follow developments—we help shape the conversation, leading the way in global privacy thought leadership.

We are also proud members of the Lex Mundi network of firms. To meet the moment, we can call on our trusted legal partners around the globe to support our clients navigate complex privacy and cybersecurity challenges.

Our Clients
We represent a diverse set of industry leaders across verticals where data drives business—retailers, consumer brands, energy giants, life science innovators, telecom and internet providers, and a diverse range of financial institutions.

WHAT WE DO

• Data Governance & Risk Mitigation: Shaping risk strategy and governance frameworks for cutting-edge technologies—advising on AI, biometrics, and next-gen data tools where innovation meets legal exposure
• Privacy Regulatory & Compliance: Expert guidance on full-spectrum global privacy compliance—from CCPA, HIPAA, GLBA, and GDPR to ePrivacy, PIPEDA, LGPD, and other rapidly emerging international frameworks
• Privacy Auditing: Providing privacy, cyber, and data governance assessments—including data flow mapping, cyber insurance evaluation, training, and the development of tailored policies and procedures
• Privacy & Cyber Transactions: Driving data privacy and cybersecurity strategy in high-stakes corporate deals—including M&A, tech transactions, and complex carve-outs—where data is a core asset and a critical risk
• Privacy & Cyber Tech Transactions: Advising on high-stakes commercial agreements where personal data is mission-critical—cloud, IT, security, vendor, and business process contracts
• Cyber Incident Preparedness: Building proactive, battle-tested incident response strategies to manage cyber crises with speed and confidence
• Cyber Incident Response: Guiding companies through their most critical, high-stakes security incidents—worldwide
• Litigation: Defending top companies in complex and trending privacy and data breach litigation

KEY RESOURCES

Baker Botts Cyber Incident Response
In the event of a suspected data incident, members of the Baker Botts cyber incident and breach response team can be reached at [email protected]

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