McDonald Hopkins welcomes experienced attorney Chelsea Zortman to national Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice Group

McDonald Hopkins’ nationally recognized Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice group continues to add talented new attorneys to its diversified team, solidifying its recognition as a destination firm for lawyers and clients alike. The firm is thrilled to welcome Chelsea Zortman as the newest associate to join the practice.

“I was drawn to McDonald Hopkins, firstly, because of its commitment to culture, but also because of its notable achievements not only within the Data Privacy and Cybersecurity practice group but across the firm,” said Chelsea. “I think what makes the McDonald Hopkins’ Data Privacy and Cybersecurity practice unique is its commitment to client-focused solutions that combine a deep knowledge of data privacy and cybersecurity law and best practices, established relationships across the industry, and client needs.”

Chelsea’s practice focuses on preventing and responding to cybersecurity incidents, including incident response, data breach notification, and regulatory investigations. She is passionate about data privacy law and helping clients navigate its nuances.

“I enjoy the complex and ever evolving regulatory landscape and how it intersects with nearly every industry, professional and personal environment. There are new challenges each day and I look forward to tackling them with such an experienced team here at McDonald Hopkins,” she said.

Her experience extends to the digital advertising technology sector, where she has provided comprehensive legal guidance on product compliance with regulations such as General Data Protection Regulation and California Consumer Privacy Act. Chelsea also has a robust background in intellectual property law, prior to joining McDonald Hopkins, Chelsea also served as Product Counsel at a large technology firm focused on government contracting. There, she oversaw legal compliance in product development, contract negotiations mitigating data privacy risks, and intellectual property protection. Her role involved collaborating closely with sales, procurement, and regulatory agencies to ensure legal adherence and streamline processes.

“Chelsea’s unique experience in data privacy and intellectual property law make her a great addition to our team.  I am confident she’ll be an asset to our growing group and that she will ensure our clients receive top-tier guidance in mitigating risks, protecting their data, and responding to security incidents,” said Dominic Paluzzi, co-chair of McDonald Hopkins’ Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice Group.

Chelsea earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Baltimore School of Law and has a Bachelor of Arts in Human Rights from Southern Methodist University.