Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Attorney

• Apr 2022 - Present

Mr. Pollock is an award-winning data security and cybersecurity attorney, public media figure, and member of McDonald Hopkins data security and cybersecurity law practice. Data is priceless. In the wrong hands, it can cripple organizations and ruin lives. What we know is that the average data breach costs $3,920,000. With data collected in almost every aspect of our lives, it’s a matter of when, not if, a data breach happens. You have two choices: mitigate the harm or experience a… Show more Mr. Pollock is an award-winning data security and cybersecurity attorney, public media figure, and member of McDonald Hopkins data security and cybersecurity law practice. Data is priceless. In the wrong hands, it can cripple organizations and ruin lives. What we know is that the average data breach costs $3,920,000. With data collected in almost every aspect of our lives, it’s a matter of when, not if, a data breach happens. You have two choices: mitigate the harm or experience a potential catastrophe. Why Hire Legal Counsel Before a Data Breach As a certified privacy expert and attorney, Mr. Pollock helps clients prepare and respond to data breaches and cyber-attacks. Why? Organizations with a plan, response team, and practice for an attack save on average $1,230,000. With no standards (nationally or internationally) for data security, cybersecurity, and privacy laws, organizations need help to avoid financial, legal, and reputational risks. Client Offerings ● 24/7 data breach response services including directing the investigation, coordinating vendors to assist in remediation, identifying applicable cyber laws and notification requirements, internal and external messaging, and responding to regulators ● Prepare for data breaches by writing and implementing policies to comply with state, federal, and international data security and cybersecurity laws ● Train C-Suite leaders and employees on data security and cybersecurity ● Perform vendor vetting and due diligence as required by law Job Performance ● Experienced in representing clients with cyber incidents and data breaches, including large scale ransomware attacks, business email compromises, multi-state notification obligations, and state and federal regulatory investigations. ● 85% win-rate on +50 civil defense jury trials ● Featured numerous times on TV/Radio/Podcasts as a data breach and cybersecurity expert and hosting the Cyber Law Revolution podcast. Show less Mr. Pollock is an award-winning data security and cybersecurity attorney, public media figure, and member of McDonald Hopkins data security and cybersecurity law practice. Data is priceless. In the wrong hands, it can cripple organizations and ruin lives. What we know is that the average data breach costs $3,920,000. With data collected in almost every aspect of our lives, it’s a matter of when, not if, a data breach happens. You have two choices: mitigate the harm or experience a… Show more Mr. Pollock is an award-winning data security and cybersecurity attorney, public media figure, and member of McDonald Hopkins data security and cybersecurity law practice. Data is priceless. In the wrong hands, it can cripple organizations and ruin lives. What we know is that the average data breach costs $3,920,000. With data collected in almost every aspect of our lives, it’s a matter of when, not if, a data breach happens. You have two choices: mitigate the harm or experience a potential catastrophe. Why Hire Legal Counsel Before a Data Breach As a certified privacy expert and attorney, Mr. Pollock helps clients prepare and respond to data breaches and cyber-attacks. Why? Organizations with a plan, response team, and practice for an attack save on average $1,230,000. With no standards (nationally or internationally) for data security, cybersecurity, and privacy laws, organizations need help to avoid financial, legal, and reputational risks. Client Offerings ● 24/7 data breach response services including directing the investigation, coordinating vendors to assist in remediation, identifying applicable cyber laws and notification requirements, internal and external messaging, and responding to regulators ● Prepare for data breaches by writing and implementing policies to comply with state, federal, and international data security and cybersecurity laws ● Train C-Suite leaders and employees on data security and cybersecurity ● Perform vendor vetting and due diligence as required by law Job Performance ● Experienced in representing clients with cyber incidents and data breaches, including large scale ransomware attacks, business email compromises, multi-state notification obligations, and state and federal regulatory investigations. ● 85% win-rate on +50 civil defense jury trials ● Featured numerous times on TV/Radio/Podcasts as a data breach and cybersecurity expert and hosting the Cyber Law Revolution podcast. Show less

Partner

• May 2021 - Apr 2022

Partner

• Jan 2021 - May 2021

● Lead data breach responses for business email compromise, ransomware attacks, wire fraud, loss of physical devices along with coordinating and handling multi-state data breach notification obligations. ● Train C-Suite leaders and employees on data security and cybersecurity ● Lead practice drills (mock breach response exercises) ● Perform vendor vetting and due diligence as required by law ● Respond to data breaches by identifying laws impacting your organization… Show more ● Lead data breach responses for business email compromise, ransomware attacks, wire fraud, loss of physical devices along with coordinating and handling multi-state data breach notification obligations. ● Train C-Suite leaders and employees on data security and cybersecurity ● Lead practice drills (mock breach response exercises) ● Perform vendor vetting and due diligence as required by law ● Respond to data breaches by identifying laws impacting your organization and next steps to avoid fines, penalties, regulatory investigations, and civil lawsuits

Associate Attorney

• Aug 2018 - Dec 2020

● Prepare for data breaches by writing and implementing policies to comply to state, federal, and international data security and cybersecurity laws ● Train C-Suite leaders and employees on data security and cybersecurity ● Lead practice drills (mock breach response exercises) ● Perform vendor vetting and due diligence as required by law ● Respond to data breaches by identifying laws impacting your organization and next steps to avoid fines, penalties, regulatory… Show more ● Prepare for data breaches by writing and implementing policies to comply to state, federal, and international data security and cybersecurity laws ● Train C-Suite leaders and employees on data security and cybersecurity ● Lead practice drills (mock breach response exercises) ● Perform vendor vetting and due diligence as required by law ● Respond to data breaches by identifying laws impacting your organization and next steps to avoid fines, penalties, regulatory investigations, and civil lawsuits

Attorney

• Jun 2013 - Aug 2018

• Lead counsel on +30 civil defense jury trials with an 85% win rate. Co-counsel on an additional 25 state and federal jury trials. +250 bench trials as lead counsel. • Worked with Privacy office to learn how large scale enterprises handle cyber incidents and data breaches and develop cybersecurity policies. • Experienced with federal and state privacy statutes (i.e., GLBA, HIPAA, FTC Act, FCC regulations, etc.) and knowledgeable about crafting privacy policies and programs by… Show more • Lead counsel on +30 civil defense jury trials with an 85% win rate. Co-counsel on an additional 25 state and federal jury trials. +250 bench trials as lead counsel. • Worked with Privacy office to learn how large scale enterprises handle cyber incidents and data breaches and develop cybersecurity policies. • Experienced with federal and state privacy statutes (i.e., GLBA, HIPAA, FTC Act, FCC regulations, etc.) and knowledgeable about crafting privacy policies and programs by assisting and mentoring with privacy professionals within the company. • Educated regarding GDPR regulations, implementation, and compliance; utilizing privacy impact assessments; data program management; advising individuals and companies on data protection and breach protocols, and building effective information management practices needed to safeguard data. Show less • Lead counsel on +30 civil defense jury trials with an 85% win rate. Co-counsel on an additional 25 state and federal jury trials. +250 bench trials as lead counsel. • Worked with Privacy office to learn how large scale enterprises handle cyber incidents and data breaches and develop cybersecurity policies. • Experienced with federal and state privacy statutes (i.e., GLBA, HIPAA, FTC Act, FCC regulations, etc.) and knowledgeable about crafting privacy policies and programs by… Show more • Lead counsel on +30 civil defense jury trials with an 85% win rate. Co-counsel on an additional 25 state and federal jury trials. +250 bench trials as lead counsel. • Worked with Privacy office to learn how large scale enterprises handle cyber incidents and data breaches and develop cybersecurity policies. • Experienced with federal and state privacy statutes (i.e., GLBA, HIPAA, FTC Act, FCC regulations, etc.) and knowledgeable about crafting privacy policies and programs by assisting and mentoring with privacy professionals within the company. • Educated regarding GDPR regulations, implementation, and compliance; utilizing privacy impact assessments; data program management; advising individuals and companies on data protection and breach protocols, and building effective information management practices needed to safeguard data. Show less

Judicial Law Clerk for the Hon. Philip S. Jackson

• Jan 2013 - Jun 2013

•Drafted orders, motions, and post-conviction opinions. •Researched case law, prepared memorandums for upcoming felony and misdemeanor trials, observed felony and misdemeanor trials. •Coordinated scheduling matters with attorneys, assisted with trials, aided the bench in courtroom duties and spot-research. •Drafted orders, motions, and post-conviction opinions. •Researched case law, prepared memorandums for upcoming felony and misdemeanor trials, observed felony and misdemeanor trials. •Coordinated scheduling matters with attorneys, assisted with trials, aided the bench in courtroom duties and spot-research.

Law Clerk

• Aug 2010 - Apr 2012

• Worked on class action case concerning widespread child sexual abuse, responsible for handling over 95 clients, consolidating large amounts of information from medical records, and investigating complex and unique legal issues and presenting the material on a variety of different platforms. • Drafted motions for medical malpractice cases and conducted medical research. • Worked on class action case concerning widespread child sexual abuse, responsible for handling over 95 clients, consolidating large amounts of information from medical records, and investigating complex and unique legal issues and presenting the material on a variety of different platforms. • Drafted motions for medical malpractice cases and conducted medical research.

Judicial Intern

• May 2010 - Aug 2010

• Researched and investigated case law. • Drafted post-convictions opinions. • Observed numerous felony jury trials and interviewed jurors after the trial. • Researched and investigated case law. • Drafted post-convictions opinions. • Observed numerous felony jury trials and interviewed jurors after the trial.

Judicial Intern

• Apr 2009 - Aug 2009

•Conducted legal research pertaining to specific issues in the district court. •Worked with a variety of judges to assist in any means necessary, review affidavit judgments, and study legal history. •Conducted legal research pertaining to specific issues in the district court. •Worked with a variety of judges to assist in any means necessary, review affidavit judgments, and study legal history.