Jillian Simons
About Jillian Simons
Jillian Simons is a Data Privacy & Security Associate at King & Spalding in Atlanta, GA, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in law and cybersecurity, having held various positions at notable firms and organizations, including McKinsey & Company and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer.
Work at King & Spalding
Jillian Simons serves as a Data Privacy & Security Associate at King & Spalding, a position she has held since 2021. Based in Atlanta, GA, she focuses on data privacy and security issues, providing legal support and guidance in this critical area. Her role involves navigating complex regulatory frameworks and ensuring compliance with data protection laws.
Previous Experience in Law Firms
Jillian Simons has gained diverse legal experience through various roles in prominent law firms. She worked as a Summer Associate at McKinsey & Company in their Washington, D.C. office in 2016 and at Morrison & Foerster LLP as a Law Intern in the same city in 2015. Additionally, she served as a 1L Law Scholar at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in New York in 2016 and as a Summer Associate at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer in London in 2017.
Experience in Cybersecurity and Intelligence
Jillian Simons has a background in cybersecurity and intelligence. She worked as a Foreign Computer Network Operations Analyst for SAIC from 2011 to 2012 and as an Associate in Cyber Intelligence at Booz Allen Hamilton from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, she served as a Senior Consultant and DOJ Cybersecurity Policy Analyst at MindPoint Group, LLC from 2013 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Jillian Simons holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from Georgetown University. She furthered her education by obtaining a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from Harvard Law School. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in legal principles, particularly in data privacy and cybersecurity.
International Experience
Jillian Simons has international experience, having worked in London, United Kingdom, as a Capital Markets, Corporate & IP Associate at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer from 2018 to 2021. This role contributed to her understanding of global legal practices and regulatory environments.