Britt Law, a new corporate and technology law firm, has launched in Charleston with a special focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and data privacy for companies of all sizes, from startups to Fortune 500 businesses. Led by attorney Steve Britt (pictured), the firm opens its doors amid a roll-out of AI and data privacy laws, including the EU AI Act, 23 state data privacy laws, three consumer health data laws and four state AI laws.
"In today’s rapidly advancing data management landscape, the need for robust data privacy and AI compliance expertise has never been more critical,” explains Britt. “I started this firm because I recognized the unique and urgent challenges businesses face as they navigate a world increasingly reliant on data in the face of an explosion of laws and regulations seeking to regulate it.”
Britt Law brings extensive experience in these areas, adding to his deep knowledge of software, SaaS and cloud licensing experience. Britt holds three certifications from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), including the AIGP (Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional), CIPP/E (Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe), and CIPM (Certified Information Privacy Manager). Britt is the only attorney in Charleston with these accreditations, demonstrating his commitment to being at the vanguard of data privacy and AI law.
Before founding Britt Law, Steve served as Counsel for Cyber, Data Privacy & Technology at Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP in Charlotte, N.C. He also served as a partner at Berenzweig Leonard, LP, and Leach Travell Britt PC (now Hirschler LLP) in Northern Virginia. Britt is licensed to practice law in the District of Columbia, Virginia and South Carolina.
With more than 25 years of technology law experience and a special focus on AI and data privacy, Britt helps companies analyze their data protection practices and implement an effective and affordable comprehensive data management program.
“Artificial intelligence has taken over the conversation about all things technology,” says Britt. “AI laws and regulations are far more complex than anyone truly understands. Companies need expert help to navigate these new requirements and to plot their own path to compliance.”
According to Forbes, the AI market is expected to reach a staggering $1,339 billion by 2030. With the majority of consumers concerned about businesses using AI, more than 70% of businesses have adopted at least one business function using AI.
Britt Law will advise clients on all forms of software licensing while focusing on EU and U.S. data privacy and AI laws and regulations. The firm will also offer data management consulting services and fractional general counsel and data protection officer engagements.
