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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
AI technology is evolving at an exponential pace – and AI laws coming online in the US and worldwide creating opportunity and risk. Orrick's AI law ...
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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
AI technology is evolving at an exponential pace – and AI laws coming online in the US and worldwide creating opportunity and risk. Orrick's AI law center helps your business stay on top of the latest.
New EU Directive Modernizes Defective Product Liability to Address New Technologies
by Julia Apostle and Rami Kawkabani | June.16.2025
The EU Commission has adopted Directive (EU) 2024/2853, which implements a comprehensive overhaul of the 1985 Directive 85/374/EEC on New PLD.
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Data Centers
Orrick provides data center legal solutions for energy procurement, financing and development, and security, privacy and AI.
Data Centers
Orrick provides data center legal solutions for energy procurement, financing and development, and security, privacy and AI.
American Lawyer’s California Legal Awards Recognize 4 Orrick Partners for AI and Tech Achievements
May.19.2025
Congratulations to our partners Kristin Seeger, Shannon Yavorsky, Annette Hurst and Libby Moulton.
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UK National Security Group
We guide companies and investors through the UK’s new investment screening regime introduced by the UK National Security and Investment Act 2021 (the ...
UK National Security Group
We guide companies and investors through the UK’s new investment screening regime introduced by the UK National Security and Investment Act 2021 (the “Act”).
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Employment Law & Litigation
We’re known for winning some of the biggest employment cases in the tech, retail, finance and professional services sectors, often disposing of these ...
Employment Law & Litigation
We’re known for winning some of the biggest employment cases in the tech, retail, finance and professional services sectors, often disposing of these complex disputes long before trial.
How Major Corporations Are Evolving Their Approach to DEI Disclosures
by Mike Delikat, Hayden Goudy, Tierra D. Piens and Meghan Conway | June.13.2025
Major corporations are changing their approach to DEI-related disclosure, according to our team's analysis of recent SEC filings across the S&P 500.
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Technology Companies Group
Nothing inspires us more than helping tech companies develop novel strategies and push boundaries.
Technology Companies Group
Nothing inspires us more than helping tech companies develop novel strategies and push boundaries.
Structuring Cross-Border China Biotech “NewCo” Transactions
by Stephen Thau and Jeff Zhang | June.18.2025
The key issues and risks to consider when structuring cross-border licensing or acquisition “NewCo" transactions involving Chinese companies.
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Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation
Orrick’s Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation Group partners with technology-driven companies to maximize data value, address global compliance ...
Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation
Orrick’s Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation Group partners with technology-driven companies to maximize data value, address global compliance requirements and reduce cyber risk.
Unpacking the Data (Use and Access) Act
by Alex Sobolev and Róisín Culligan | June.19.2025
The new UK DUA Act simplifies data rules, boosts legitimate interest use and eases global data flows.
Payments
Fintechs and emergent technologies are revolutionizing the way businesses and individuals make and receive payments.
Navigating Regulation E Risk in Banking as a Service Models
by Edward Somers, Caroline Stapleton and Christopher Walczyszyn | June.10.2025
EFTA compliance poses risks for BaaS partnerships, with oversight, error resolution and fraud handling critical areas of focus.
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FDA & Healthcare Regulatory
A team helping life sciences and healthtech companies navigate the complex regulatory landscape related to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
FDA & Healthcare Regulatory
A team helping life sciences and healthtech companies navigate the complex regulatory landscape related to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
FDA Issues Draft Guidance on AI-Enabled Medical Devices
by Georgia C. Ravitz, Shari Esfahani, Stephen Thau, Thora Johnson, Jeremy D. Sherer and Amy M. Joseph | January.07.2025
The FDA has shared draft guidance on the design and development of AI-enabled medical devices and marketing submissions for those devices.
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Financial Services Litigation
Capitalizing on a wealth of financial services industry experience, our litigators and regulatory lawyers have achieved outstanding results for the ...
Financial Services Litigation
Capitalizing on a wealth of financial services industry experience, our litigators and regulatory lawyers have achieved outstanding results for the world’s major financial institutions in their most complex disputes, while also providing compliance counseling to avoid litigation and regulatory risk.
Rivian IPO Underwriters Secure Appellate Victory in Securities Class Action
April.25.2025
Orrick represented the lead underwriters of Rivian’s IPO.
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International Trade & Investment
We advise major companies on international trade and investment issues, including export controls, economic sanctions, and CFIUS national security ...
International Trade & Investment
We advise major companies on international trade and investment issues, including export controls, economic sanctions, and CFIUS national security screenings.
Part III: #DefenseTech—Regulatory Requirements for Defense Start-ups (or "How to Stay Out of Jail") | Legal Ninja Snapshot
by Dr. Lars Mesenbrink and Dr. Benedikt Kamann | June.13.2025
German defense start-ups must navigate sanctions compliance to avoid penalties. Key areas include EU and UN regulations, partner screenings, and strategic planning.
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Supreme Court & Appellate
Equally rooted in the appellate capital of Washington, D.C., the Bay Area’s technology hub, and the financial center of New York City, Orrick’s ...
Supreme Court & Appellate
Equally rooted in the appellate capital of Washington, D.C., the Bay Area’s technology hub, and the financial center of New York City, Orrick’s Supreme Court & Appellate group is one of the most respected appellate practices in the country.
The Supreme Court Issues a Major Course Correction, Limiting The Role of Federal Courts in NEPA Cases
by Robert Loeb, Lisa Tonery, Jodie Liu and Geoffrey Shaw | May.30.2025
We break down how the Supreme Court’s evolving approach to agency deference will impact environmental reviews and project permitting under NEPA.