Cyber Sessions: Navigating Data Privacy/Security Compliance, Breach Preparedness and Response, Corporate Transactions, and Litigation in a High-Risk World

Day 1

Wednesday, March 26

12:00 -
3:15 P.M. ET

U.S. Privacy & Security Laws; Navigating the Patchwork
in 2025
In this session, presenters will:

• Explore the expanding landscape of U.S. state privacy laws, including recent developments in California, Colorado, Connecticut, etc.
• Highlight key compliance challenges, such as addressing conflicting requirements, navigating enforcement trends, & operationalizing new laws.
• Provide practical tips for streamlining compliance while preparing for future legislative developments.
• Discuss industry specific laws associated with health, financial institutions, education, and telecommunications.
• Provide an overview of current trend in cookies, pixels & online technologies & the interaction of website policies/terms of use/chat features.

3:15 -
4:30 P.M. ET

Privacy in Generative AI: Challenges & Strategies for Businesses
In this session, presenters will:

• Address the unique privacy risks posed by generative AI, such as ChatGPT & image-generation platforms.
• Explore compliance challenges, including ensuring data used in training aligns with privacy regulations.
• Provide guidance on managing vendor relationships & assessing AI-related privacy risks.

4:30 -
5:30 P.M. ET

AI Professional Responsibility and Attorney-Client Privilege (When Attorneys Ethically Can Use AI)
See a list of presenters here.
*One hour of Ethics Credit will be offered*

5:30 P.M. ET

Closing Statements, CLE information, and Invitation to Join Day 2

Day 2

Thursday, March 27

12:00 -
1:30 P.M. ET

Privacy & Security Considerations for Establishing, Maintaining, Buying, & Selling Companies (Common Pitfalls) 
In this session, Nelson Mullins and special guests from the London office of Pinsent Masons Law Firm - presenters will:

• Provide guidance for consideration when buying & selling businesses associated with U.S. & global data & privacy/security issues.
• Discuss data security and privacy issues and risks affecting future investment and exit strategies.
• Analyze recent enforcement actions in the U.S., EU, & other jurisdictions, focusing on key themes like transparency, data minimization, & consumer rights.
• Highlight the implications for businesses operating in multiple regions & offer strategies for staying ahead of enforcement trends.
• Discuss how proactive compliance can mitigate risks & align with evolving regulatory expectations.

1:30 -
3:30 P.M. ET

Preparing for (Incident Response Planning), Managing, and Surviving Data Breaches (Ransomware Attacks)
In this session, presenters will:

• Provide practical guidance associated with Incident Response Planning. Emergency Management, Business Continuity, and Downtime Procedures.
• Discuss the stages of a ransomware attack and survival tactics for cyber attacks.
• Provide critical guidance on navigating governmental breach investigations.

3:30 -
5:30 P.M. ET

Privacy & Security on the Litigation Front
In this session, presenters will:

• Address special consideration for privacy & data security litigation matters including MDLs & class action litigation.
• Discuss standing in data breach cases: Petta v. Christie Clinic, Recent Biometric Information Privacy Act Developments & The Genetic Information Privacy Act.
• Discuss VPPA, Pixels, Key Issues in VPPA, CIPA, Pen Register, Tra and Trace Devices, California vs. Federal, Damages/Penalties, and Class Action vs. Mass Arbitration.

5:30 P.M. ET

Closing Statement
*Instructions on obtaining CLE will be provided*