Darren Greaney
About Darren Greaney
Darren Greaney is a Senior Legal Counsel and North America Data Protection Officer at Nexthink, with a background in technology law and extensive experience in managing complex legal agreements. He has held various legal positions, including General Counsel at Digital Guardian and Solo Practitioner at his own law office.
Current Role at Nexthink
Darren Greaney currently serves as Senior Legal Counsel and North America Data Protection Officer (DPO) at Nexthink. He has held this position since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing legal matters and ensuring compliance with data protection regulations in North America.
Previous Experience at Nexthink
Before his current role, Darren worked at Nexthink as Senior Legal Counsel from 2022 to 2023. During this time, he contributed to various legal initiatives and supported the company's legal framework.
Legal Career Background
Darren Greaney has an extensive legal career. He was a Solo Practitioner at The Law Office of Darren Greaney from 2008 to 2012. He also served as General Counsel at Digital Guardian from 2014 to 2022, where he managed legal affairs for the organization. His experience includes roles at Oracle, where he worked as Contracts Manager and License Divisional Process Owner.
Education and Expertise
Darren Greaney earned a Bachelor of Arts in English from Saint Anselm College, completing his studies from 2001 to 2005. He later obtained a Doctor of Law (JD) from Roger Williams University School of Law, graduating in 2008. He has expertise in handling complex technology licenses, managing strategic partnerships, and reconciling business objectives with legal risks.
Skills and Professional Attributes
Darren possesses a proven track record of managing large volumes of work under tight deadlines. He is skilled in drafting and negotiating various legal agreements, including development agreements and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). His ability to provide effective solutions while balancing legal risks with business objectives is a key aspect of his professional approach.