Lee Merreot

Attorney, CIPP/US, CIPP/E, The Beckage Firm

Lee creates, implements, and oversees privacyandsecuritycomplianceprograms for businesses, helping ensure that data privacy and security are considered at the outset of new data partnerships, vendor relationships, projects, products, and initiatives. Lee is seasoned in contract management, providing guidance on potential business opportunities and risks.

Lee's strategic insights and legal acumen have resulted in cost reductions, streamlined processes, and successful resolution of complex disputes, earning her a reputation as a resultsdriven legal professional. In her mission to empower businesses to achieve their goals while safeguarding their data assets and reputation, Lee stands as a trusted partner and leader in the ever-changing landscape of data privacy and security.

During her tenure as Data Privacy Manager and In-House Counsel at a prominent marketing firm, Lee successfully led the implementation of robust privacy measures, significantly enhancing the company's data protection framework. Beginning her legal career as a law clerk for a U.S. District Court judge in the Ninth Circuit, Lee honed her analytical and research skills, laying the foundation for her comprehensive understanding of legal intricacies. Lee is an active member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals and has earned her CIPP/US, CIPP/E, and Privacy Professional certifications. She has extensive knowledge and experience in U.S. and global data privacy and protection laws, regulations, and best practices.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Certified Information Privacy Professional – U.S. (CIPP/US)
  • Certified Information Privacy Professional – Europe (CIPP/E)
  • OneTrust Privacy
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