Steve Wernikoff is a litigation and compliance partner who co-leads the Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity practice and the Autonomous Vehicle group. As a previous senior enforcement attorney at the Federal Trade Commission’s Office of Technology Research and Investigation, Steve possesses substantial experience with mobile and emerging technology, data security and privacy, advertising and marketing, connected devices, artificial intelligence, and big data matters. Steve draws on more than two decades of experience in both the private sector and public service to represent major corporations and startups in a broad array of industry sectors, including automotive, manufacturing, real estate, financial services, retail, education, media, and technology, as they navigate the ever-changing technology landscape.
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"Steve is incredibly responsive, has superior knowledge, and tailors his service and advice to my specific questions. He often comes in under budget and doesn't waste time."
"Steve provides invaluable assistance with data privacy law, internal and external data and privacy policies, and all compliance matters."
MY CLIENT PHILOSOPHY
"I’m committed to being responsive and forward-thinking for my clients. When challenges arise, I provide clear solutions that make complex risks easier to understand and navigate. And I strive to bring positive energy to every interaction because good work and good relationships go hand in hand."
– Steven M. Wernikoff
ALL-STAR BIOGRAPHY
Steve Wernikoff is a litigation and compliance partner who co-leads the Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity practice and the Autonomous Vehicle group. As a previous senior enforcement attorney at the Federal Trade Commission’s Office of Technology Research and Investigation, Steve possesses substantial experience with mobile and emerging technology, data security and privacy, advertising and marketing, connected devices, artificial intelligence, and big data matters. Steve draws on more than two decades of experience in both the private sector and public service to represent major corporations and startups in a broad array of industry sectors, including automotive, manufacturing, real estate, financial services, retail, education, media, and technology, as they navigate the ever-changing technology landscape.
ALL-STAR BIOGRAPHY
Steve Wernikoff is a litigation and compliance partner who co-leads the Data, Privacy, and Cybersecurity practice and the Autonomous Vehicle group. As a previous senior enforcement attorney at the Federal Trade Commission’s Office of Technology Research and Investigation, Steve possesses substantial experience with mobile and emerging technology, data security and privacy, advertising and marketing, connected devices, artificial intelligence, and big data matters. Steve draws on more than two decades of experience in both the private sector and public service to represent major corporations and startups in a broad array of industry sectors, including automotive, manufacturing, real estate, financial services, retail, education, media, and technology, as they navigate the ever-changing technology landscape.