Jennifer Everett has joined Alston & Bird as a data privacy and cybersecurity partner in the firm’s Washington office, the firm announced Thursday. Everett’s addition is a strategic move aimed at bolstering the firm’s capabilities in data privacy and cybersecurity, critical areas of concern for their corporate clients. Before joining Alston & Bird, Everett accrued significant experience in cybersecurity law, most recently serving at the law firm DLA Piper.
Her expertise encompasses advisory roles on regulatory compliance, incident response, and cross-border data transfer issues, which are pressing matters for many of the world’s largest corporations facing an increasingly complex regulatory landscape. Everett’s background makes her a valuable asset for Alston & Bird’s clients, who are navigating tightening cyber regulations and burgeoning risks related to data breaches and cyber threats.
Everett’s appointment is part of a broader trend among top law firms to bolster their cybersecurity practices, recognizing the growing importance of data protection and privacy in corporate risk management. The move aligns with Alston & Bird’s strategy to expand its services in high-demand legal areas and reflects an industry-wide recognition of the critical role cybersecurity plays in modern business operations.
For more details, you can read the original announcement on Reuters.