Erin Earl

Erin K. Earl is a Partner at Perkins Coie LLP, specializing in privacy and security litigation as well as regulatory matters.1 Her expertise lies in defending companies against high-stakes privacy and security issues, including consumer class-actions and agency investigations.

Professional Background

Erin has substantial experience in various areas of privacy and security law, including:

• Data breach defense
• State biometrics law claims (e.g., Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act)
• Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA)
• State call-recording statutes
• Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA)
• Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA)1

She represents clients in investigations and inquiries from regulatory bodies such as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), state attorneys general, and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights (OCR).1

Education and Credentials

Erin's educational background is impressive:

• J.D. from Harvard Law School, magna cum laude
• B.S. in Computer Science, B.A. in Music, and B. Mus. in Piano Performance from the University of Washington, cum laude1

She is admitted to the Washington bar and several U.S. Courts of Appeals and District Courts.1

Professional Experience

Before joining Perkins Coie, Erin gained valuable experience through clerkships:

• Hon. Raymond C. Fisher, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
• Hon. Leonie M. Brinkema, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia1

Unique Perspective

Erin's background as a software engineer provides her with a unique perspective on privacy and security challenges faced by companies. This technical knowledge allows her to communicate effectively with witnesses and understand the relevant technology in her cases.1

Erin Earl's LinkedIn profile can be found under the username erin-earl-1a8752, where she is listed as being based in Seattle, Washington.2