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We report on a significant recent development in the Marriott data breach putative class action litigation. Following oral argument on May 3, 2023, the Fourth Circuit just issued its decision vacating the district court’s largely unprecedented decision (from May 2022) which certified certain classes
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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As part of the firm's professional liability practice group, Tina advises insurers with respect to complex claims reported under policies issued to global design and construction professionals. She also advises insurers in a broad range of coverage issues arising under professional liability, general liability, healthcare, and excess/umbrella policies. Tina’s practice is resolution-focused, and she has negotiated settlements of high-profile claims and coverage disputes for more than 20 years. In her free time, Tina enjoys hiking, traveling, and going to the theater (movies and musicals!) with her family.
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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.
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Eric represents insurers in connection with errors and omissions (E&O) policies issued to a variety of 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. Away from the office, Eric enjoys coaching and watching his children's sports teams, playing golf, traveling, and spending time outdoors.
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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.
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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. In her free time, Jessica enjoys running and playing tennis.
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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.
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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.
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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.
