Shannon Coy, JD, CIPP/US

Shannon advises clients on complex litigation matters, e-discovery, information governance, data privacy, and emerging technology. She represents clients in complex commercial disputes, pharmaceutical and medical device litigation, government investigations, and other high-stakes matters. Her practice also includes counseling organizations on information governance, privacy compliance, and technology-related risks, helping clients navigate the legal and operational challenges... presented by evolving technologies and data-driven business operations.

Shannon regularly counsels clients on the implementation and governance of artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies, helping organizations assess legal risk, develop governance frameworks, and address privacy, regulatory, and litigation-related considerations. As a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US), she provides practical guidance on U.S. privacy laws, data governance, and risk management strategies, helping clients meet evolving compliance obligations while supporting their business objectives.

Experience

The following is a selected sampling of matters and is provided for informational purposes only. Past success does not indicate the likelihood of success in any future matter.

Education

• University of North Carolina School of Law, JD, high honors (2021)
  
  • Order of the Coif
  • Symposium Editor, North Carolina Law Review
  • Honors Writing Scholar
  • Certificate of Merit in Research, Reasoning, Writing and Advocacy I
• University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, BA, Journalism and Global Studies, highest honors and highest distinction (2015)

Admissions

• South Carolina

Practice Areas

• Global Privacy & Security
E-Discovery - Encompass
• Commercial Litigation & Business Torts
• Products Liability - Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices