COLUMBIA, S.C. – Three firm partners and one associate, who advise clients on privacy matters, have recently earned certifications through the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) to further their education.

Certified Information Privacy Professional – Europe (CIPP/E)

Baltimore Partner Mike Halaiko has earned his CIPP/E certification, showing he has an extensive understanding and knowledge of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe to ensure compliance and data protection success.

Certified Information Privacy Professional – United States (CIPP/US)

Raleigh Partner Trish Markus, Greenville Partner Daniel Lumm and Columbia associate Shannon Coy have each earned their CIPP/US certification. These credentials exhibit an established framework and knowledge for privacy laws, regulations, and information privacy within the United States.

In addition to the newest group of certified lawyers, the following Nelson Mullins professionals have also earned IAPP certifications:

• Mallory Acheson – CIPM
• Tammy Berkhoudt – CIPP/US
• Shane Duer – CIPP/US
• Alex Espinoza – CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM
• Gina Greenwood – CIPP/US
• John Heitmann – CIPP/US
• Blythe Lollar – CIPP/US
• Brad Moody – CIPP/US, CIPP/C
• James Pagano – CIPP/US
• Michael Pratt - CIPM
• Ashleigh Smaha – CIPP/US

Founded in 2000, the IAPP is a not-for-profit organization that helps define, promote, and improve the privacy profession globally. The IAPP is the largest and most comprehensive global information privacy community and resource. Learn more about the IAPP certification programs here.