Michael R.
About Michael R.
Michael R. serves as Counsel for Privacy & Consumer Compliance at The New York Times and is currently a #SharetheMicinCyber Fellow at New America. He has extensive legal experience, including roles at Shell Oil Company, AIG, and Holland & Knight LLP, and holds a Juris Doctor from Tulane University Law School.
Current Role at The New York Times
Michael R. serves as Counsel for Privacy & Consumer Compliance at The New York Times since 2022. In this role, he focuses on ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and consumer protection laws. His responsibilities include advising on legal matters related to privacy and consumer rights, as well as developing strategies to mitigate risks associated with data handling and consumer interactions.
Experience at New America
Since 2024, Michael R. has been a #SharetheMicinCyber Fellow at New America. His work involves conducting research into the legal frameworks governing civilian cyber corps in the U.S. and other countries. He presents findings on the costs and benefits of civilian cyber corps programs, contributing to discussions on cybersecurity policy and legal implications.
Previous Legal Experience
Michael R. has extensive legal experience in various roles. He worked at Holland & Knight LLP as an Associate from 2018 to 2019, focusing on legal matters in the Houston, Texas area. Prior to that, he served as Legal Counsel for Global Litigation at Shell Oil Company in 2016. He also held multiple legal counsel positions at Shell from 2014 to 2021, specializing in IT & Digitalization, and Contracting & Procurement.
Educational Background
Michael R. obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government, as well as Spanish, from the University of Louisville, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. He later earned a Juris Doctor from Tulane University Law School from 2011 to 2014. Additionally, he has studied at various institutions, including Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and Københavns Universitet, focusing on Spanish, International Politics, and International Business Law.
Research and Academic Contributions
During his academic career, Michael R. worked as a Research Assistant at Tulane University from 2012 to 2014. His research has focused on legal issues related to cybersecurity and privacy, particularly in the context of civilian cyber corps. He actively presents his research findings, contributing to the understanding of the legal frameworks and implications of cybersecurity initiatives.