Aishlin advises insurers in connection with errors and omissions and cyber security policies issued to professionals, including law firms, accountants, and real estate professionals. She represents insurers in connection with a broad range of coverages such as general liability, employment practices, and management liability policies. Aishlin also has experience counseling law firms and lawyers regarding risk management, representing insurers in coverage disputes, and defending professionals in malpractice actions. The best part of Aishlin’s career at Atheria is working alongside and learning from lawyers at the top of the profession. Outside of work, she is happiest spending time with her family outdoors. Aishlin received her J.D. (cum laude) from the University of California, Hastings College of Law, where she served as the editor in chief of the Journal on Gender and the Law (formerly known as the Women’s Law Journal), and her B.A. (magna cum laude) from Saint Mary’s College of California.
An insurer that brings an action against its insured in California where the insured asserts a counterclaim alleging bad faith may consider filing a motion to strike based on California’s anti-SLAPP statute. However, a recent federal appellate decision suggests that the insurer will face an uphill..
Alex is a graduate of the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, where he majored in trumpet performance. Ever since graduation, he has worked in the legal field in a variety of legal support and office administration roles. Alex happily joined the Atheria team because of the welcoming, inclusive culture. In his free time, Alex enjoys playing basketball and tennis, hanging out with his cats, and making music.
Alex advises and represents insurers regarding cyber security, data breaches, and privacy matters. His work primarily involves coverage for losses and claims arising from breach events of all sizes. He also helps facilitate front-line incident response. Prior to joining Atheria, Alex spent six years practicing civil litigation, focusing on the areas of general liability, personal injury, health care, medical malpractice, and business and contract disputes. He appreciates helping small to medium-sized insureds confidently navigate and respond to cyber incidents that are brand-new to them. In his free time, Alex enjoys spending family time with his wife and young son. He is also an avid home cook and loves learning new recipes and cooking techniques. Alex received his J.D. from Brooklyn Law School and his B.A. in Political Science from the University of California, San Diego.
Amanda represents insurers in claims involving cyber and privacy issues including data and security breaches; cyber extortion; regulatory penalties; media liability; and consumer lawsuits. She has significant experience litigating insurance coverage cases in jurisdictions across the U.S. involving various types of insurance policies, including CGL, E&O, and D&O. This gives her a unique perspective that allows her to better serve her clients. As a working mother, Amanda is passionate about supporting local working mothers’ groups and mentoring other working parents in their career development. Her proudest accomplishment is being a strong female example for her kids. She received her B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania and her J.D. from University of Miami (magna cum laude) where she graduated Order of the Coif.
In two decisions rendered this month, the UK courts have permitted two major class-action lawsuits under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) regime. The suits prove that the GDPR opens the door for large representative suits on behalf of data breach victims..
Amelia is based in our London office and provides coverage advice to insurers regarding cyber security, privacy, media, and technology matters. She concentrates on first- and third-party coverage of privacy incidents, including ransomware and cyber extortion, business interruption claims, as well as litigation and regulatory claims following a breach incident. Prior to Atheria, Amelia spent five years in civil litigation, including representing and providing advice to insurers on healthcare sector claims. Amelia is dual qualified and received her LLB (Hons) (First Class) from the University of Aberdeen (Scotland) in 2015 and qualified in the jurisdiction of England & Wales in February 2021. Outside work, Amelia’s relaxation is putting on a pair of running shoes and hitting the parks of London and enjoying the best places for Sunday brunch.
Andrew’s passion for global affairs and technology led him to a career in the privacy industry, where he advises London and U.S. insurers on matters including cybersecurity, data breach, business interruption and intellectual property. Before going to law school, Andrew was involved in various nonprofit ventures around the world, including pursuing educational reform in Rwanda, working as part of the Crisis Response Team at Amnesty International in Sydney, Australia and engaging in lobbying efforts closer to home, in Olympia, Washington, on behalf of environmental interests. Andrew received his J.D. from Santa Clara University School of Law, where he was Research Editor for Law Review, and his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
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An insurer that brings an action against its insured in California where the insured asserts a counterclaim alleging bad faith may consider filing a motion to strike based on California’s anti-SLAPP statute. However, a recent federal appellate decision suggests that the insurer will face an uphill..
Andrew is an IAPP Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) and represents London and U.S. cyber insurers with a focus on technology, cyber, and privacy matters. His work includes providing insurance coverage evaluation, risk mitigation, and litigation management on matters involving data breaches, consumer privacy class actions, intellectual property disputes, software implementation, and regulatory investigations. Andrew has nearly a decade of experience litigating business and insurance disputes, including at the appellate level. Andrew also assists insurers with developing policy wordings for cyber policies and has direct experience working for claims and underwriting teams while seconded to an international cyber insurer. Andrew was named a Southern California Rising Star by Super Lawyers. He has written articles and given presentations regarding the Telephone Consumer Protection Act, Silent Cyber, and evolving coverage issues affecting Cyber and E&O policies. In his spare time, Andrew is a mediocre golfer and enjoys supporting the UCLA Bruins, Lakers, and Dodgers. Andrew received his J.D. from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, and his B.A. in Business Economics and Accounting (magna cum laude) from the University of California, Los Angeles.
There have been positive developments for defendants in the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (“TCPA”) landscape this week.On February 19, 2020, the Seventh Circuit Court of Appeals issued the much-awaited opinion in Gadelhak v. AT&T Servs., Inc., No. 19-1738, 2020 WL 808270 (7th Cir. Feb. 19, 2020)
Andrew advises insurers in connection with errors and omissions policies issued to a variety of professionals including architects, engineers, attorneys, real estate agents, and mortgage professionals. Andrew’s practice includes representation, coverage advice, and coverage analysis of high-valuer claims concerning lawyers’ professional liability, architect/engineers’ errors and omissions, and real estate brokerage disputes. He has also represented insurers in connection with general liability and property insurance policies. Some of the causes Andrew supports include the SPCA, Asian American Legal Defense Fund, and Women Against Abuse. Outside of work, he is happiest spending time with his fiance Blossom, playing board games, tennis, and going hiking together. Andrew received his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, and his B.A. (cum laude) also from the University of California, Berkeley.
Texas Supreme Court will consider an opportunity to reshape the contours of the Stowers doctrine, which requires insurers to consider settlement demands within policy limits with a “degree of care and diligence which an ordinarily prudent person would exercise in the management of his own business”
Annie represents insurers in respect of cyber security, data breach, and privacy claims. She advises clients regarding first- and third-party coverage of various privacy incidents, including incidents involving cyber extortion, ransomware, malware, privacy lawsuits, regulatory investigations, and resulting data loss and business interruption losses. Annie is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) through the International Association of Privacy Professional since 2014. She received her J.D. from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law (cum laude) and her Bachelor of Arts (magna cum laude) from the University of Arizona.
Before joining Atheria Law, Autumn worked as an administrator and paralegal at a law firm specializing in education advocacy for families with special needs children in Los Angeles. The causes she supports include reproductive justice and racial equality. Outside of work, Autumn is a foodie who loves to cook, travel around the world, and go to concerts with friends and family. Autumn is a graduate of Loyola Marymount University, where she double-majored in Women’s Studies and Sociology. She then completed her post-graduate education at California State University, Long Beach, where she received her M.A. in Public Policy and Administration.
Bill has years of experience representing professionals, insurers, and reinsurers, in litigation and arbitration. Bill’s practice includes professional liability disputes worldwide of significant size and scope. Bill also has significant law firm management experience and represents lawyers and law firms in risk management and law firm operational matters and disputes. Bill’s practice also includes litigation and counseling regarding wine industry claims and disputes, including litigation regarding counterfeit wine claims. Bill is an active participant in mediation throughout the United States, and other jurisdictions. He has been recognized by Chambers USA in California in the Insurance: Insurer category since 2007 and has been included in The Best Lawyers in America® list for Insurance Law (San Francisco, CA) since 2013. Additionally, he has earned a Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating® and was selected to Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers in 2004, 2006–2014 and 2017–2023. Bill graduated from Stanford University in 1980 with an A.B. in Political Science and received his J.D. from Santa Clara University School of Law in 1984.
Brandon concentrates on advising insurers regarding professional indemnity as well as technology, media & privacy matters. During law school, Brandon was the Vice-President of the Society for Interactive Entertainment and Gaming Law (SIEGL) and an associate on Santa Clara’s High-Tech Law Journal. Brandon also served a Judicial Extern at the Santa Clara County Superior Court for the Honorable Patricia Lucas, the Honorable Nahal Iravani-Sani, and the Honorable Audra Ibarra. Beyond the legal profession, Brandon enjoys snowboarding, video games, hiking, and biking. He received his J.D. from Santa Clara University School of Law and B.A. from Florida International University.
Brett represents insurers in claims involving technology errors and omissions, media liability, cyber/privacy, data breach, and intellectual property. He also has litigation experience in various areas of law, which he uses to inform his coverage practice. Brett joined Atheria because the firm is truly dedicated to the professional development of young attorneys as well as committed to fostering a real work-life balance. In his time outside of work, Brett can be found exercising, playing guitar, and hanging with his dog. Brett received his J.D. from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, and his B.A. from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Based in England, Charlotte advises insurers with respect to claims and losses under cyber liability, technology, media, intellectual property, and professional liability policies. She is dual-qualified and specialises in providing coverage advice and monitoring counsel with respect to international data privacy and cyber security incidents involving U.S. and UK global corporations and SMEs. Charlotte also regularly advises insurers on the development of new U.S. and UK cyber insurance products. Charlotte is a member of the California bar (2009) and a solicitor of England and Wales (2017), as well as a Certified Information Privacy Professional for both Europe and the U.S. She also holds an LLM in European Legal Studies and a Master of Arts (Honours) from Glasgow University. Charlotte received her Graduate Diploma in Law from the College of Law (2004) and was called to the Bar of England and Wales by the Honourable Society of Middle Temple (2005) (Blackstone Entrance Exhibition (2003), Harmsworth Scholarship (2003), Queen Mother’s Scholarship (2004). Outside work, Charlotte enjoys music, spending time with friends and discovering new places with her husband and their two daughters.
On Dec. 31, the Brexit transition period ended, and the U.K. formally exited the European Union. Perhaps surprisingly, despite such a seismic shift in the U.K. constitution, the key principles of U.K. data protection law remain fundamentally unchanged...
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As we approach the end of an unprecedented year, we look ahead to the next twelve months. In addition to the ongoing strain on company resources caused by the pandemic, we expect companies operating in the UK and their insurers will face additional data protection burdens in 2021
Tina advises insurers with respect to complex claims reported under policies issued to global design and construction professionals. She also represents Lloyd’s syndicates and domestic insurers in a broad range of insurance coverage issues arising under professional liability, general liability, and excess/umbrella policies. Tina’s practice is resolution-focused, and she has negotiated multi-million dollar settlements of large, high-profile claims and coverage disputes during her career, which spans over 20 years. The first ten years of her practice were focused on complex litigation and trial work, including multi-party insurance coverage disputes, but also product liability, construction defect litigation, and medical malpractice. Tina’s trial experience is the foundation upon which she has built her current monitoring and counseling practice. As a founding member of Atheria, the firm’s growth, team-based approach, and mission of inclusion are among Tina’s proudest accomplishments—secondary to her two children and adorable puppy, Pepper. Tina received her J.D. from the University of San Francisco School of Law and her B.A. (cum laude) from Santa Clara University.
Christina focuses her practice on technology, cyber, and privacy law. She represents insurers on cyber, privacy, and intellectual property claims brought against companies and public entities. She also counsels insurers regarding data breach and cyber events, including the investigation of such events, notifications to consumers and regulators, and the defense of regulatory investigations and class action lawsuits. A major focus for Christina is on working with insurers on the development of new insurance programs and manuscripted coverages for evolving cyber and data breach events. Outside work, Christina can be found laughing with friends over a glass (or two) of wine, spending time with her daughters, and exercising way too hard on a stationary bike. She received her J.D. from UC Law SF (formerly UC Hastings) and her B.S. from the University of California, Davis.
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An insurer that brings an action against its insured in California where the insured asserts a counterclaim alleging bad faith may consider filing a motion to strike based on California’s anti-SLAPP statute. However, a recent federal appellate decision suggests that the insurer will face an uphill..
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Chris advises insurers in connection with errors and omissions policies issued to a variety of professionals including but not limited to architects, engineers, and other design professionals. In addition to professional liability insurance, Chris advises both domestic and London-based insurers in connection with general liability policies. He gained significant litigation and insurance coverage experience as an associate at a prominent local insurance coverage firm in the Bay Area. Chris joined Atheria so he could solve complex problems for his clients at an innovative, modern law firm. Outside the office, he is happiest spending time with his wife and daughter. Chris received his J.D. from the Chapman University, Fowler School of Law in 2014, and his B.A. from the University of California, Irvine.
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Chriszayda has over 12 years of experience in office administration, including HR, Accounting, and Facilities departments. Before joining Atheria, she served as Office Administrator for a global international law firm. Chriszayda prides herself on the many strong interpersonal relationships she’s built over the years. She strives to adhere to the best piece of advice she’s ever been given: don't worry about making everyone happy, because that isn’t possible. Instead, aim to always give your best and know that you tried. Chriszayda grew up in San Francisco and enjoys going to local sporting events in her free time.
Cory advises and represents insurers on policies involving lawyers’ and accountants’ liability, errors and omissions, employment practices liability, cyber liability, D&O insurance, and general liability insurance. Some causes that Cory supports are the UCLA Law Fellow Program and Kitten Rescue Los Angeles. Cory received his J.D. from UCLA School of Law and his B.A. (magna cum laude) from Gonzaga University. While in law school, he served as a judicial extern to the Honorable Larry Burns, Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California.
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Cynthia is an experienced Executive Assistant supporting the professional liability Lawyers and Architects & Engineers teams. Cynthia has worked with the same team of attorneys founding Atheria Law for twenty years assisting with all aspects of practice and client support. Cynthia earned her paralegal degree in 2014. She is from the Bay Area and enjoys volunteering for various organizations, the arts and exploring the delicious food scene.
David concentrates on counseling professional liability insurers and their insureds in matters involving up to billions of U.S. dollars in claimed damages. His professional liability practice includes complex matters across six continents, involving some of the largest architectural and engineering firms in the world. He received his J.D. from Vanderbilt University School of Law and his B.S. (summa cum laude) from the University of Alabama.
EJ focuses her practice on advice and monitoring of cyber and data breaches and resulting consumer lawsuits and regulatory investigations. She represents insurers and counsels clients on initial intake, incident investigation, and incident response on data security and privacy breaches, as well as related consumer lawsuits and regulatory investigations. EJ also advises insurers and monitors litigation involving technology and media. Her significant litigation experience includes complex insurance coverage disputes, class actions, and commercial business disputes for nearly 10 years. In her free time, EJ loves being out and about, exploring new places with her husband and children. She received her J.D. from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, and her B.A. from the University of California, Berkeley.
Emily represents insurers regarding professional indemnity as well as technology, media & privacy matters. During law school, Emily was a Co-Chair of the King Hall Legal Foundation and a Director of the Wage Claim Clinic. Emily also was a member of the Negotiations Team which won the championship at the ABA Regional Negotiations Competition in Fall 2022. When she is not working, Emily enjoys traveling, tennis, and cooking. Emily received her J.D. from the University of California, Davis and B.S. from the University of Denver.
Eric represents insurers in connection with errors and omissions (E&O) policies issued to professionals, including attorneys, architects, engineers, accountants, real estate agents, insurance brokers, business managers, and mortgage professionals. He also represents insurers with respect to general liability, employment practices liability, event contingency, and miscellaneous E&O policies. Earlier in his career, Eric worked in London, practicing alongside clients and working in-house with several Lloyd’s syndicates. He has litigated on behalf of both insurers and their insureds. Eric helped found Atheria with a group of partners/friends he has known his entire career. Even after more than 20 years of practice, Eric learns something new every day from collaborating with the incredible Atheria team. He received his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, and his B.A. (magna cum laude) from Georgetown University.
Felicia is an experienced litigator who focuses on privacy and technology insurance issues. Her strong litigation background includes supervising complex cases from inception through trial. She has also worked with Fortune 500 companies to develop nationwide litigation strategies for novel legal issues in the online commerce space. Felicia advises on matters concerning all aspects of cyber insurance coverage, including incident response, the defense of regulatory investigations, and class actions. When not at work, Felicia can be found hiking, trying a new restaurant, watching hockey, and traveling. She earned her J.D. from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, where she was Chief Editor, Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot Team. Felicia received her B.A. in Political Science from the University of California, Irvine.
Gabriela, a San Francisco native, focuses her practice on the representation of insurers in various cyber security, data breach, and privacy claims. In her work, she advises clients regarding first- and third-party coverage of various privacy incidents. Prior to joining Atheria Law, Gabriela was on the broker side focusing on D&O and EPL claims advocacy for private (including unicorns) and public company insureds. She has an extensive knowledge of the claims processes and various lines of coverage. She received her J.D. from University of California, Hastings College of the Law and her Bachelor of Arts from University of San Francisco (summa cum laude).
Gabrielle is an experienced Executive Assistant supporting Atheria’s Technology, Privacy & Cyber practice group. Prior to joining Atheria, she worked with much of the Atheria team at Clyde & Co. For over 20 years, Gabrielle has provided high-level administrative support to senior executives in the legal, higher education, and non-profit sectors. Gabrielle received her M.F.A. in Creative Writing from The New School and her B.F.A. from New York University. Outside of work, Gabrielle spends her time gardening, cooking, hiking, writing, and being with friends.
Based in our London office, Jake provides coverage advice to insurers regarding cyber security, privacy, media, and technology matters, with a particular focus on international matters. He has previously interned at the State of Connecticut Insurance Department and at the Allied World Assurance Company. He also spent 4 years working in R&D with the McLaren Racing Formula One team. Jake received his LLB from the University of Nottingham and holds two LLMs, in Insurance Law and US Legal Studies, from the University of Connecticut School of Law. In 2022, Jake was admitted to the New York Bar, and was admitted to the roll of solicitors in England and Wales in 2024. During his free time, he enjoys gardening, travelling and writing novels.
Jamie is one of the founding partners of Atheria Law. Acting as coverage and monitoring counsel, he represents London Market and U.S. insurers on claims across the globe involving technology services and products, cyber, privacy class actions, online defamation, and intellectual property infringement. Clients know they can count on his creativity and deep industry knowledge to efficiently resolve complex claims and coverage disputes. He also prepares bespoke policy wordings for insurers. He has over two decades of legal and insurance experience, including eleven years litigating coverage actions in federal and state courts on behalf of policyholders and insurers. He has written and spoken extensively on issues involving insurance law and civil litigation, including through the Professional Liability Underwriting Society (PLUS) and the Practising Law Institute (PLI). He holds the Certified Information Privacy Professional / United States (CIPP/US) designation from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), and is Secretary of the Board of the PLUS Northern California Chapter. Jamie is fiercely proud of his Basque heritage and sits on the Board of Directors of the non-profit San Francisco Basque Cultural Center. He received his J.D. from Boston University School of Law, and his B.A. from the University of California, Los Angeles.
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Jeff advises and represents insurers regarding cyber security, data breaches, and privacy matters. His practice primarily focuses on providing coverage advice to insurers in connection with losses and claims resulting from breach events of varying magnitude. He also helps facilitate front-line incident response. Jeff previously spent eight years in civil litigation, representing some of the largest insurers and corporations in the world in complex, high exposure matters. He received his J.D. from Southwestern University School of Law and his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from California Baptist University.
Jessica counsels insurers in connection with E&O policies issued to professionals. She represents insurers in connection with a broad range of coverages including professional liability, general liability, employment practices, and more. Jessica also counsels law firms on risk management, representing insurers in coverage disputes, and defending professionals in malpractice actions. For nearly two decades Jessica has worked with the founding partners of Atheria. She is inspired by collaborating with folks from all over the world on some of the most cutting-edge legal and insurance issues. It’s a joy for her to team with the amazing group of intelligent, sophisticated attorneys at Atheria. Jessica received her J.D. from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, and her B.A. from the University of California, Davis.
Jessica advises and represents insurers regarding cyber security, data breaches, and privacy matters. Prior to joining Atheria Law, she gained significant litigation and insurance coverage experience, including at the appellate level, during her six years as an associate at a prominent local insurance coverage firm in the Bay Area. Jessica received her J.D. from the American University Washington College of Law and her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley.
Joan represents insurers in respect of technology, media, intellectual property, and privacy claims, including data security and privacy breaches. Her team has worked on thousands of data breach incidents, from individual matters to the largest healthcare, retail, hospitality, education, and government incidents reported. Joan also counsels insurers and their insureds in respect to professional liability matters. Joan is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion. She founded Atheria with a committed group of partners to continue doing what they love in an environment that uses the best technology available and creates a strong culture of inclusion and teamwork. Joan is recognized by Chambers USA in California in the Insurance: Insurer category and was selected to Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers list in 2004, 2006 and 2022-2023. She received her J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, and her B.A. (magna cum laude) from the University of California, San Diego.
Josh represents and advises cyber insurers regarding coverage for losses and claims arising from breach events of all sizes, and helps facilitate front-line incident response. He has more than a decade of experience representing insurers in insurance coverage disputes, including litigation arising out of disputes over the nature and extent of insurance coverage, bad faith, equitable contribution between co-insurers, and equitable subrogation between primary and excess insurers. Josh is father to two smart, funny, and very independent daughters. Aside from spending time with them, he enjoys cooking, podcasts, movies, video games, and kayaking. He received his J.D. from the University of California, Davis School of Law, and his B.A. and M.A. in Philosophy from the University of California, Davis.
Julie represents insurers in respect of technology, media, intellectual property, privacy, and D&O claims. She has particular experience with complex and high-stakes class action claims in privacy, technology, and media exposures such as IP, defamation, software implementation, advertising, consumer privacy, and data breach litigation. Julie is most proud of founding Atheria with incredible people who champion diversity, inclusion, and belonging as much as she does. She is active in numerous organizations that support and provide opportunities to underrepresented groups in the legal profession. Julie earned her J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, and her B.S. (cum laude) from the University of Southern California.
Julie obtained her bachelor’s degree from San Jose State University studying Industrial and Organizational Psychology with a minor in Human Resource Management. Julie has twenty years of human resource experience, with the bulk of her career spent in employee relations management at a large nationwide men’s retailer. More recently she served as an HR consultant to a portfolio of smaller companies. She received her PHRca certification from the Human Resource Certification Institute. During her free time, she is an avid interior decorator and enjoys gardening, wine tasting and spending time with her family.
Karen represents London Market and domestic insurers in connection with claims involving technology, media, and privacy matters. In both 2017 and 2018, Karen was seconded to a domestic insurer where she handled general and professional liability claims. She also has experience litigating insurance coverage cases involving various types of insurance policies, including CGL, E&O, and D&O policies. Karen joined Atheria because the practice is dynamic and cutting-edge. There is never a dull moment with the amazing and inspiring team here. Her biggest accomplishment was passing two state bar exams—New York and California. She received her J.D. from Brooklyn Law School and B.A. in History from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Kelly has more than 25 years of experience working with both domestic and London insurers. Her practice focuses on resolving and managing complex insurance coverage issues with particular interest in technology, privacy & cyber, and professional liability insurance, including errors and omissions, private non-profit management liability, public company directors and officers liability, and employment practices liability. Additionally, Kelly’s practice includes the drafting of policy wording. Kelly has worked in both private practice and as senior in-house claim counsel for a Fortune 500 insurance company and frequently speaks on emerging coverage and legal issues. She is also an advocate for diversity and inclusion, and most recently served as co-leader of the Women At Work Committee for Dive-In America 2021. Panelist - “Insurance Considerations in Employment Cases” The Labor and Employment Section Executive Committee of the ACBA (July 2020)Panelist - “Potential Ethical Issues Relating to Defense Counsel Reporting” Riverstone CLE Presentation (Apr. 2020)Panelist - “Event-Driven Securities and Derivative Suits and How D&O Insurance May Provide Appropriate Cover” ABA Section of Litigation - 2020 Insurance Coverage Litigation Committee CLE Seminar (Mar. 2020)
As we approach the end of an unprecedented year, we look ahead to the next twelve months. In addition to the ongoing strain on company resources caused by the pandemic, we expect companies operating in the UK and their insurers will face additional data protection burdens in 2021
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Kevin represents insurers in technology, media, intellectual property, and cyber/privacy claims, including involving errors and omissions claims, and data security and privacy breaches. He enjoys assisting insurers in developing and implementing successful claims resolution strategies. Prior to joining Atheria, Kevin served as in-house coverage counsel for an insurer and worked for private law firms representing domestic and European insurers. He has significant experience in insurance coverage analysis and litigation matters involving cyber, general liability, business automobile and professional liability policies, catastrophic injury, and environmental and toxic tort litigation. Outside of work, Kevin is happiest when reading a great book in view of the ocean. Kevin received his J.D. from Cornell Law School (cum laude) with a concentration in trial advocacy, and his B.A. (cum laude) from Pomona College.
Kimberley is a legal assistant supporting Atheria’s litigation practice and technology, media, and privacy practice. Her background includes significant legal experience across a range of practices areas including civil and complex litigation and corporate transactions. Kim studied Business Administration at San Francisco State University. In her spare time, she can be found enjoying music, singing, cooking, reading, and watching movies.
Madisen graduated from UC San Diego with a degree in International Studies, with a focus in Political Science. She was born and raised in Los Angeles, but has lived in Seoul, South Korea and Reims, France for short periods of time. In her free time, she loves going to Dodger games, trying new restaurants and cafes, and doing puzzles.
Marisa supports Atheria’s Professional Indemnity practice group. She previously worked as a paralegal at a firm that provides coverage and monitoring services to global and domestic insurers. She also has experience providing litigation support for attorneys specializing in intellectual property. The best part of Marisa’s career at Atheria is witnessing smart people find creative ways to solve very complex problems on a regular basis. It inspires her to be more creative in her own personal problem-solving. Marisa graduated with honors from Pepperdine University and has a B.A. in English with a concentration in writing and rhetoric.
Mark is the Business Manager for Atheria Law and is based in their San Francisco office. Prior to joining Atheria, Mark was a partner in several startups including Elena’s Foods (San Francisco) and Stoney Creek Colors (Nashville, TN). He began his career in marketing for several high-tech companies in Silicon Valley. Mark earned an M.B.A from Santa Clara University and his B.A. in Chinese Studies from the University of California, San Diego.
Michael represents insurers in respect of cyber and privacy losses and technology, media, and intellectual property matters. He regularly counsels clients on a variety of complex legal and coverage issues arising under errors and omissions and cyber/privacy policies, particularly those relating to high-stakes litigation and coverage disputes turning on novel or unsettled areas of law. His notable experience includes assessing coverage and advising insurers regarding large data breach incidents, regulatory liabilities, and consumer class-action litigation impacting a wide range of industries and business sectors, as well as significant business interruption losses impacting manufacturers and providers of outsourced technology services. Michael received his J.D. (magna cum laude) from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law, and his B.A. (cum laude) from Saint Mary’s College of California.
Michelle is a senior paralegal who assists Atheria’s attorneys in their representation of insurers with regard to technology-based error and omission, media, data and privacy breach, and intellectual property claims. Michelle previously worked with most of the Atheria team for five years at Clyde & Co. She joined Atheria so that she could continue working with people who feel like family to her. In her free time, Michelle is happiest when baking, spending time with her family, and learning to play the piano. Although she’s a lifelong Bay Area native, Michelle attended California State University, Northridge where she earned a B.A. in Political Science. She continued her education at the University of California, Los Angeles to receive her Paralegal Certificate.
As a legal assistant, Naaley provides support to attorneys who represent insurers with respect to cyber security, data breach, and privacy claims. Naaley graduated from San Francisco State University, cum laude, with a BA in Political Science and a minor in Asian American studies. In her free time, Naaley enjoys practicing vinyasa yoga, attending community events, and spending time with friends and family.
Nekea has over 15 years of experience in retail operations, project management, and customer relations. Since relocating back to the Bay Area, she has transitioned into legal assistant roles. At Atheria, Nekea is inspired by being surrounded by so many intelligent people. Her passion for education and helping others was instilled at an early age, as Nekea’s grandmother and mother were San Francisco Unified School District educators, and she is the eldest of five siblings. Nekea is most proud of carrying on the legacy of her grandparents, who always strived for excellence in themselves and the people around them. Nekea graduated from Howard University with a B.S. in Psychology and a minor in Interior Design.
Nick represents insurers issuing policies addressing technology, media, privacy and breach incidents, including first- and third-party claims. Nick has a background in litigation from his experience prior to joining Atheria. He received his J.D. from the Santa Clara University School of Law with an emphasis on Intellectual Property and his B.A. from the University of California, Davis in History. In his free time, Nick enjoys spending time with his fiancée, playing the guitar, and cheering on the San Jose Sharks.
Nick counsels insurers in connection with professional liability policies issued to design professionals. His global practice regularly includes complex matters in which the amount at issue exceeds $1 billion. He represents insurers, and often entire insurance towers, in all aspects of insurance coverage, including the evaluation of coverage, risk/liability analysis of the underlying dispute, and settlement negotiation. The most inspiring part of Nick’s job is solving complex problems for his clients and their insureds. He joined the Atheria team for the opportunity to work with a talented group of people that truly cares about each other. Nick received his J.D. from the University of California, Davis School of Law, and his B.A. (cum laude) from the University of California, San Diego.
Nicole is an experienced Executive Assistant supporting senior partners in the technology, media and privacy/cyber area. Prior to joining Atheria Law, Nicole worked with the team at the global law firm Clyde & Co. She also has worked with executives in the health and technology industries, and spent ten years working with a Chicago-based law firm specializing in intellectual property. Nicole is from the Bay Area and received her B.S. from the University of Illinois.
Nicole has worked in the legal profession for over a decade as a legal assistant and paralegal. She has extensive litigation experience and has worked in civil litigation, bankruptcy, family law, and disability insurance. Every day at Atheria brings something new, which motivates and inspires Nicole to continuously learn and grow. In her free time, Nicole loves to travel, go fishing, try new recipes, and spend time with her family.
Nikki advises domestic and international insurers in connection with claims reported under errors and omissions policies issued to attorneys, law firms, accounting firms, healthcare organizations and facilities, and other professionals. She represents domestic and international insurer clients in all aspects of insurance coverage nationwide. Nikki also provides advice to insurers and executives on risk management issues, best practices, and ethics issues. In addition, Nikki also serves as Legal Counsel to the firm. Nikki began her career as a litigator, with an emphasis in commercial and business litigation. She also has experience representing attorneys in professional liability disputes. Nikki is a strong advocate for pro bono work and leads Atheria’s pro bono efforts. Nikki received her J.D. from the University of San Francisco School of Law, and her B.A. (cum laude) from Boston College.
Quinn concentrates on advising insurers regarding technology, media, cyber and privacy matters. Quinn spent several summers with the team during college and law school and elected to join the firm to work on cutting-edge legal issues in the privacy sector. She also was drawn to the firm’s dedication to positive culture and inclusion. In her free time, Quinn enjoys golfing, cooking, and exploring restaurants around the Bay Area. She received her J.D. from the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco and her B.A. from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Rachel concentrates on advising insurers regarding professional indemnity as well as technology, media & privacy matters. During law school, Rachel received her High Tech Law Certificate with honors and was a member of Women and Law. Rachel also worked as research assistant for Dean Michael Kaufman at Santa Clara University School of Law. As a research assistant, Rachel focused on the deposition process within the Unted States through legal research and analysis of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and pertinent case law. Beyond the legal profession, Rachel enjoys spending time with friends and family, cooking, and traveling. Rachel received her J.D. from Santa Clara University School of Law and B.A. from the University of Washington.
Rebekah represents domestic and international insurers in connection with first and third-party incidents and claims reported under technology, media, cyber and professional liability policies. Rebekah has significant litigation experience, having litigated numerous coverage disputes, construction defect, and catastrophic personal injury cases. She counsels insurers in all aspects of coverage issues and litigation. Rebekah loves all kinds of books and serves as a contributing editor for legal practice guides published by The Rutter Group and CEB (Continuing Education of the Bar). Rebekah received her J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law, and her B.A. from Thomas Aquinas College (California).
Rhesa is a seasoned paralegal who began her legal career by supporting attorneys in various industries, including civil litigation, family law, and regulatory law. Currently, she works out of the Los Angeles office as a paralegal on the technology, media and privacy team. Rhesa holds an associate degree in paralegal studies and a bachelor’s degree in legal studies from the University of La Verne. Outside of her professional role, she enjoys quality time with her family, playing video games, playing the guitar, and singing in an all-female rock band.
Rozie earned her B.S. in Biology with a minor in Chemistry from UC Davis, graduating magna cum laude. Prior to joining Atheria, Rozie worked for many years at a California-based law firm, working to support attorneys and clients with respect to first and third-party claims. Rozie is driven by her passion for justice and advocacy and would like to attend law school in the future. In her free time, she enjoys listening to true crime podcasts, baking, and spending quality time with her dogs.
Shannon provides administrative support to the Technology, Media & Privacy team. Shannon graduated from the University of California, Riverside with a degree in Psychology. In her free time, she enjoys jigsaw puzzles, writing novels, and painting.
Sharon provides administrative support to the professional liability group based in San Francisco. She graduated from San Jose State University in 2022 with a B.S. in International Business, with a concentration in Marketing. Sharon grew up in Orange County and enjoys going to night markets, finding the best matcha spots in the Bay Area, and spending time with her cat, Potato.
Susannah represents insurers in claims involving cyber and privacy issues, including data and security breaches; cyber extortion; regulatory penalties; media liability; and related lawsuits including class actions. She has significant experience litigating insurance coverage cases involving various types of insurance policies, including CGL, Property, E&O, and D&O. Susannah has litigated complex cases in state and federal superior and appellate courts throughout the U.S. Susannah achieves client goals in a creative, efficient manner. She draws inspiration from working with her Atheria peers and advising clients in supporting their insureds who are facing stressful, unfamiliar situations. Prior to her legal career, Susannah negotiated advertising campaigns for one of the nation’s largest wireless companies. Susannah received her J.D. from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, and her B.A. from the University of California, Irvine.
Teshi earned her bachelor’s degree from San Francisco State University, cum laude, with a B.A. in Sociology and minor in Criminal Justice. Since college, she has worked as a legal assistant in the areas of family law, mass tort litigation, and criminal defense. Teshi has held a goal of becoming a practicing attorney from a very young age, fueled by her passion for equity and representation, and has plans to attend law school in the future. In her free time, Teshi enjoys landscape and lifestyle photography, spending time with her family and friends, and trying new brunch spots around the Bay Area.
Tiffany supports a team of attorneys in multiple practice areas, including technology, privacy, and data security. She also focuses on providing data analytics for Atheria’s clients. Tiffany graduated from the University of California, Berkeley in 2021 with a B.A. in Economics and a minor in Data Science. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
Tim concentrates on advising insurers regarding professional indemnity as well as technology, media, and privacy matters. Tim previously worked at Atheria as a paralegal and more recently spent two summers with the firm as a summer associate. Prior to that he spent four summers at San Francisco’s Public Defender’s office as a legal intern and worked for Dialogue Direct where he participated in fundraising for the Nature Conservancy. Tim received his J.D. from the University of California College of the Law, San Francisco, and his B.A. in Political Science from the University of California Berkeley.
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