Washington, October 5 (Reuters) / PRNewswire / -- Shook, Hardy & Bacon announce that Catherine Muir has joined the firm as a partner in its Privacy and Cybersecurity Business Group.

Based in Washington, D.C., Muir possesses extensive experience in privacy and cybersecurity issues, investigations, regulatory enforcement matters, as well as affairs involving the United States Federal Trade Commission ( FTC ).

Shook, the chairperson of the Privacy Business Group, stated: "Catherine is a highly respected strategic advisor, and her experience in cybersecurity will be an outstanding asset to our business group. Her ability to help clients manage risks in rapidly changing and highly scrutinized matters aligns perfectly with our business group's focus on developing innovative strategies and defenses."

Muir provides consulting services to clients in various industries, including retail, automotive, technology, financial services, and healthcare, assisting them in managing digital risks, cybersecurity preparedness and response, privacy compliance, and operational resilience. She has also assisted organizations in responding to major cybersecurity incidents, such as destructive malware attacks, zero-day vulnerabilities, and other high-risk events.

Chairman Madeleine McDonough stated: "The addition of Catherine reflects our ongoing commitment to investing in areas that are increasingly important for customers across industries and business sectors. Her ability to address litigation, regulatory, and cybersecurity issues together makes her a valuable addition."

The addition of Muir has expanded the capabilities in government law enforcement, information governance, and matters related to emerging network and privacy risks. She also possesses expertise in regulatory and policy aspects of automotive network security and autonomous vehicles.

Muir indicates that what sets Shook apart is its team. The combination of outstanding talents, a culture of genuine collaboration, and profound litigation capabilities constitutes a powerful platform. What I see is not just an opportunity to join an excellent law firm, but also a more integrated approach to help clients manage risks in an increasingly complex and evolving environment.

Regarding Shook, Hardy & Bacon

Shook, Hardy & Bacon L. Founded in 1889, it has 18 offices in the United States. Its lawyers and professionals provide services to clients in the fields of health, science, and technology. The firm's scope of business includes product liability defense, commercial litigation, intellectual property application and litigation, environmental and toxic torts, privacy and data security, as well as regulatory consulting.