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Do CISOs need their own dedicated legal counsel? We think so.

In recent years, CISOs have found themselves the target of civil and criminal investigations resulting from attacks by threat actors. Moreover, there’s a growing need for independent advice and counsel on a multitude of matters, from employment agreements to D&O insurance.

The CISO Law Firm is a virtual law firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., and is staffed by attorneys from across the nation. It is the only law firm in the world dedicated to advocacy for CISOs and those moving into CISO roles.

Do you need someone looking out for your interests? Tired of being the fall guy? Contact us for a free consultation.

Legal Services for CISOs:

CISO Personal Liability: Counsel on mitigating personal liability risks in cybersecurity roles.
D&O Insurance Advice and Policy Review: Assistance with Directors & Officers insurance for coverage against cyber-related liabilities.
Employment and Contractor Agreements: Review of contracts, non-competes, and IP waivers to protect CISO interests.
Stock Grants and Warrants; RSUs: Legal advice on stock grants, restricted stock units, and other compensation mechanisms.
Development and Protection of CISO IP: Guidance on protecting intellectual property created by CISOs.
Corporate Governance, Fiduciary Duties, and Director Relations: Support in navigating board relations, fiduciary duties, and governance issues.
SEC, FTC, and White Collar Defense: Representation and defense for regulatory compliance and potential allegations.
False Claims Act, Whistleblowing, and Qui Tam: Counsel on whistleblower protections and False Claims Act cases.
International Law and Travel, Including Export Controls: Legal advice on international travel, export controls, and global compliance.
Book Deals, Agency and Representation, Public Relations: Support with contracts for books, representation, and PR.

AI Law Guidance:

AI Regulatory Compliance: Support for compliance with AI laws, including the EU AI Act and local regulations.
Algorithmic Transparency and Accountability: Guidance on fairness, bias mitigation, and transparency in AI.
AI Risk Management Frameworks: Support for implementing risk management and responsible AI practices.
IP and Ownership of AI: Legal guidance on IP ownership of AI models, algorithms, and generated outputs.
Contractual Clauses for AI-Driven Services: Drafting AI-specific clauses to address risks and liabilities.

Privacy Law Guidance:

Data Privacy and Compliance Audits: Audits for GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and other privacy laws.
Data Breach Response and Notification: Guidance on breach response, notification, and reporting requirements.
Cross-Border Data Transfer Guidance: Legal advice on international data transfers, including EU-U.S. data flows.
Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA) and Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA): Support for conducting PIAs and DPIAs.
Data Subject Rights Compliance: Assistance with data subject requests, including access, rectification, and deletion.

Cybersecurity Law Guidance:

Cyber Incident Response Planning and Playbooks: Development of incident response protocols and playbooks.
Cyber Risk Assessments and Due Diligence: Assistance with cyber risk assessments, especially for M&A or partner onboarding.
Cyber Insurance Policy Review: Reviewing cyber insurance policies to ensure comprehensive coverage.
Legal Obligations for Cybersecurity Compliance: Guidance on regulatory requirements and industry frameworks (NIST, ISO, CIS).
Supply Chain Cybersecurity Compliance: Legal counsel for managing supply chain risks, including third-party contract language.
Counsel on the Law of Cybersecurity, Privacy, and AI: Advice on regulatory frameworks and best practices in cybersecurity, privacy, and AI.

Additional Corporate Services:

Second Opinions on Vendor Contracts and Agreements: Review of vendor contracts to ensure favorable terms.
Business Partner and Supply Chain Agreements: Legal support for drafting and negotiating partnership and supplier agreements.
Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Counseling: Strategic guidance on GRC frameworks and obligations.
Policy and Procedure Development: Assistance with creating internal policies and cybersecurity procedures.
Board and Corporate Governance. Guidance on AI, privacy, and cybersecurity considerations for directors, including the potential for personal liability.
Tailored Training for Corporate Directors and Officers: Training programs for leadership on privacy, AI, and cybersecurity legal topics.
Guidance on Emerging Technologies and Legal Compliance: Legal counsel on new technologies such as IoT and blockchain.
Regulatory Horizon Scanning: Updates on anticipated legal changes in cybersecurity, privacy, and AI.
Counsel on Start-ups and Joint Ventures: Support for structuring, negotiating, and compliance for new ventures.
Product Marketing Services: Assistance with marketing and editorial content for cybersecurity products.
Cyber Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Guidance on DoD’s Final Program Rule, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Federal Contract Information (FCI)
Fractional General Counsel. Part-time legal representation for your organization.