Corporate and Technology Transactions
We handle global and domestic AI-centric private equity investments, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and technology agreements, including licensing, SaaS, cloud computing arrangements, technology procurement, outsourcing and e-commerce. We navigate the complex intersections of technology and business, providing strategic counsel for the development, commercialization or use of AI.
We provide thorough due diligence and forward-looking recommendations to unlock the value and manage risks associated with AI assets and ensure smooth post-transaction integration and transition.
Intellectual Property
Kramer Levin’s AI practice provides top-tier IP counseling, prosecution and litigation enforcement services covering copyrights, advertising, rights of publicity and likeness, trade secrets, trademarks, and patents. Our team advises on IP rights in data sets, models and model outputs, web harvesting, and web scraping. We are well versed in handling complex IP issues, leveraging our insight into legal nuances and industry dynamics to protect our clients’ innovations and monetize and protect their IP portfolios.
Data Protection and Privacy
AI is a major focus of public policy and regulatory initiatives across the globe. Our U.S. and European lawyers counsel on AI privacy, data protection, cybersecurity and data bias matters, and closely monitor AI regulatory initiatives and developments in the United States and the European Union.
We advise clients on every aspect of data protection, from drafting privacy policies and data processing agreements to handling cross-border data transfers. We help clients incorporate data privacy considerations into the early stages of AI system design, often referred to as privacy by design. We assist clients in managing potential data breaches, minimizing risk and ensuring effective compliance response.
Litigation and Investigations
Kramer Levin’s AI practice is well equipped to handle complex AI commercial and privacy litigation. Our lawyers provide robust representation in high-stakes litigation, leveraging their technological understanding and regulatory insight. We have a solid track record in managing challenging regulatory inquiries and supervisory examinations. We offer clients unparalleled support in navigating the uncertain terrain of AI litigation and investigations.
Corporate Governance
Our AI team provides strategic counsel on AI corporate governance issues and devises robust AI ethics, governance and compliance programs. We work closely with boards and executives, offering tailored advice on the evolving regulatory landscape, transparency and documentation requirements, and the ethical considerations of AI adoption.
Employment Law
We advise clients on employment issues stemming from AI integration, such as AI’s impact on workplace policies, employee privacy and workforce transition strategies. We ensure compliance with new and expanding rules concerning the use of AI in recruiting and potential bias.
Investment Management
We assist investment management clients with AI integration for enhanced returns and operational efficiency. We help navigate the legal and regulatory landscape so our clients can confidently embrace AI technologies with the power to optimize their investment decision-making, risk assessment and portfolio management.
