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An internationally recognized pioneer in data privacy and security law, Mullen Coughlin is committed to being the most experienced and thoughtful legal partner for organizations navigating complex data privacy and cybersecurity challenges. We provide comprehensive legal services on a global scale that combine proactive Advisory Compliance services and solutions, real-time data privacy and security Incident Response counsel, and third-party Litigation and Regulatory defense, all aimed at protecting and advancing our clients’ interests.
Founded in October 2016 by Partners John F. Mullen, Jennifer A. Coughlin, Christopher J. DiIenno, and James E. Prendergast (deceased), our accomplishments are impressive. We are over 150 attorneys strong, with offices in 19 U.S. states and the United Kingdom. We have handled over 35,000 data privacy and security matters, advised hundreds of organizations with pre-incident and proactive Advisory Compliance solutions, and represented hundreds more in data privacy and security-related litigation and regulatory defense.
Industry Recognition & Leadership
Since 2016, we have consistently been recognized as the premier law firm in the field of data privacy and security law by cyber industry peers across the globe – including clients, partners, government officials, law enforcement, and colleagues. We have been voted multiple times as the Zywave Cyber Law Firm of the Year – recognizing the law firm that has been “unparalleled in its work within the cyber insurance space” – and three (3) Mullen Coughlin partners have been voted as the Zywave Cyber Risk Industry Person of the Year – USA – John F. Mullen, CEO, Jennifer A. Coughlin, Managing Member, and Carolyn Purwin Ryan, Equity Partner & Chair, Litigation. Mullen Coughlin is also named as Intelligent Insurer’s Cyber Law Firm of the Year, and Mullen Coughlin UK (MC UK) was named as “Highly Commended” for the Cyber Insurance Incident Response Provider of the Year award; In addition, Intelligent Insurer named Carolyn Purwin Ryan as the Cyber Insurance Lawyer of the Year, and named MC UK Managing Partner Cameron Carr as “Highly Commended” for the same – showcasing the Firm’s commitment to, and passion for, providing exceptional data privacy and security legal services to our international client base of carriers, brokers, and their insureds. We also regularly contribute to industry thought leadership, panel discussions, and keynote addresses on cyber risk, incident response, cyber insurance, litigation trends, and compliance best practices.
We are proud to serve as panel-approved Breach Counsel and Litigation Defense Counsel for virtually all commercial insurance carriers that provide cyber coverage via either a stand-alone policy or as an endorsement. We recognize our essential role in the broader cyber insurance ecosystem, working collaboratively with carriers and brokers to enhance the effectiveness of insurance programs. By aligning our services with the needs of carriers, brokers and policyholders, we support all stakeholders while prioritizing the best outcomes for our clients.
