About Jeremy Merkel
Jeremy Merkel counsels businesses and organizations across a range of industries on privacy and data security matters. Combining his knowledge of the cybersecurity landscape with his technical experience, Jeremy is a trusted advisor to companies during the critical moments of identifying and responding to data security incidents. From the moment a breach is identified, Jeremy leverages resources to understand the scope of an incident, assess the risk to data and sensitive information and mitigate legal exposure.
The legal framework of privacy and data security laws is constantly evolving
Utilizing his experience in the private and public sector, Jeremy works closely with clients to develop practical solutions for the collection, use and transfer of information. He advises clients on a variety of privacy and data security laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), HIPAA, the FTC Act and state data breach notification laws.
Practice Focus
- Data incident response and crisis communications
- Privacy assessments, audits and internal investigations
- Government investigations
- Legal and regulatory compliance
- Privacy program implementation
- Privacy policies and procedures
- Data protection agreements
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QuarterlyContributor
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November 30, 2021
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November 18, 2021
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December 22, 2020
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November 2020
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October 2, 2020
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October 1, 2020
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August 2020Author
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Presentations and Events
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December 16, 2021
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October 26, 2021Presenter | Legal Consideration When Using Artificial Intelligence: Health Care as a Case Study
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April 8, 2021Panelist