Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP has appointed Evan D. Wolff as co-head of its cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection practice in Washington, D.C. ([akingump.com](https://www.akingump.com/en/insights/press-releases/akin-adds-evan-wolff-as-co-head-of-cybersecurity-privacy-and-data-protection-practice?utm_source=openai)) Wolff, previously co-chair of Crowell & Moring’s privacy and cybersecurity group, brings extensive experience advising Fortune 100 companies on cybersecurity and data protection matters. His practice encompasses proactive cybersecurity strategies, incident response coordination, and compliance with data protection regulations.
Wolff’s background includes serving as an advisor to senior leadership at the Department of Homeland Security and as a policy analyst and data scientist at MITRE. He is recognized for his technical expertise and understanding of complex cybersecurity legal and policy issues. ([akingump.com](https://www.akingump.com/en/lawyers-advisors/evan-d-wolff?utm_source=openai))
At Akin, Wolff will co-lead the cybersecurity practice alongside Natasha Kohne, who also co-heads the firm’s technology and artificial intelligence practices. The firm emphasizes that Wolff’s addition will enhance synergies within its regulatory group, including national security, international trade, AI, and government contracts practices. ([akingump.com](https://www.akingump.com/en/insights/press-releases/akin-adds-evan-wolff-as-co-head-of-cybersecurity-privacy-and-data-protection-practice?utm_source=openai))
Abid Qureshi, co-chair of Akin, stated, “Cybersecurity and data protection remain among the highest priority for boards, c-suites and GCs as the stakes for companies have never been higher to manage their risks with new threats every day. Evan’s counsel will be an asset for our clients and our practice, and we are delighted to welcome him to the firm.” ([akingump.com](https://www.akingump.com/en/insights/press-releases/akin-adds-evan-wolff-as-co-head-of-cybersecurity-privacy-and-data-protection-practice?utm_source=openai))
Wolff expressed enthusiasm about joining Akin’s global platform, highlighting the firm’s complementary practices to his cybersecurity work, including regulatory, national security, international trade, AI, and government contracts. He looks forward to collaborating with Kohne to guide clients through the evolving cybersecurity and privacy landscape. ([akingump.com](https://www.akingump.com/en/insights/press-releases/akin-adds-evan-wolff-as-co-head-of-cybersecurity-privacy-and-data-protection-practice?utm_source=openai))
Wolff’s appointment reflects Akin’s commitment to strengthening its capabilities in cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection, addressing the increasing importance of these areas for clients across various sectors.
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP has appointed Evan D. Wolff as co-head of its cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection practice in Washington, D.C. ([akingump.com](https://www.akingump.com/en/insights/press-releases/akin-adds-evan-wolff-as-co-head-of-cybersecurity-privacy-and-data-protection-practice?utm_source=openai)) Wolff, previously co-chair of Crowell & Moring’s privacy and cybersecurity group, brings extensive experience advising Fortune 100 companies on cybersecurity and data protection matters. His practice encompasses proactive cybersecurity strategies, incident response coordination, and compliance with data protection regulations.
Wolff’s background includes serving as an advisor to senior leadership at the Department of Homeland Security and as a policy analyst and data scientist at MITRE. He is recognized for his technical expertise and understanding of complex cybersecurity legal and policy issues. ([akingump.com](https://www.akingump.com/en/lawyers-advisors/evan-d-wolff?utm_source=openai))
At Akin, Wolff will co-lead the cybersecurity practice alongside Natasha Kohne, who also co-heads the firm’s technology and artificial intelligence practices. The firm emphasizes that Wolff’s addition will enhance synergies within its regulatory group, including national security, international trade, AI, and government contracts practices. ([akingump.com](https://www.akingump.com/en/insights/press-releases/akin-adds-evan-wolff-as-co-head-of-cybersecurity-privacy-and-data-protection-practice?utm_source=openai))
Abid Qureshi, co-chair of Akin, stated, “Cybersecurity and data protection remain among the highest priority for boards, c-suites and GCs as the stakes for companies have never been higher to manage their risks with new threats every day. Evan’s counsel will be an asset for our clients and our practice, and we are delighted to welcome him to the firm.” ([akingump.com](https://www.akingump.com/en/insights/press-releases/akin-adds-evan-wolff-as-co-head-of-cybersecurity-privacy-and-data-protection-practice?utm_source=openai))
Wolff expressed enthusiasm about joining Akin’s global platform, highlighting the firm’s complementary practices to his cybersecurity work, including regulatory, national security, international trade, AI, and government contracts. He looks forward to collaborating with Kohne to guide clients through the evolving cybersecurity and privacy landscape. ([akingump.com](https://www.akingump.com/en/insights/press-releases/akin-adds-evan-wolff-as-co-head-of-cybersecurity-privacy-and-data-protection-practice?utm_source=openai))
Wolff’s appointment reflects Akin’s commitment to strengthening its capabilities in cybersecurity, privacy, and data protection, addressing the increasing importance of these areas for clients across various sectors.