Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP has strengthened its Los Angeles office by welcoming Brandy Worden, a former in-house counsel at Meta Platforms Inc. Worden, who spent over a decade advising the tech giant on matters including marketing, advertising, and litigation, joins Katten’s robust media and technology practice. Her expertise is expected to enhance the firm’s capacity to navigate the complex legal landscape faced by technology companies.
During her tenure at Meta, Worden was involved in a range of high-profile legal challenges, offering her a unique perspective on regulating digital platforms, particularly amid increasing scrutiny from global authorities. As digital media regulations evolve, the insights she gained at Meta could prove invaluable to Katten’s clients, offering strategic legal guidance in an ever-changing environment. More details about her role at Katten can be found on Bloomberg Law.
The addition of Worden underscores a broader trend among law firms to recruit in-house counsel from major technology companies. These firms are increasingly recognizing the value of having professionals who have not only defended corporate interests but also shaped strategic responses to regulatory challenges from within. This hiring strategy is particularly pertinent as companies face heightened legislative scrutiny concerning data privacy, antitrust issues, and digital advertising practices.
Worden’s move to Katten reflects her desire to leverage her in-house experience for a broader client base. “Joining Katten allows me to apply my knowledge of the tech industry to help clients navigate legal complexities,” she commented in a statement released by the firm. This strategic shift is indicative of law firms’ ongoing commitment to expanding their capabilities in media and technology law to better serve an increasingly digitized clientele.