Experienced guidance in data-driven deals and global privacy strategies

Hannah Ji-Otto advises on data privacy, cybersecurity and the use of technology, including artificial intelligence (AI). In addition to providing strategic counsel, she assists clients with establishing and maintaining effective privacy compliance and breach readiness programs. She also is experienced in managing technology transactions, including software licensing, development and data sharing, with a particular emphasis on emerging technologies and transactions that have cross-border implications. Additionally, she is experienced in preparing for and responding to data breaches, including network intrusions, ransomware attacks and email compromises. With a specific focus on innovative business models, Hannah helps companies navigate the full spectrum of information governance challenges. She serves clients across a range of sectors, including:

• Automotive and manufacturing
• Consumer products and e-commerce
• Education
• Financial technology (fintech) and financial services
• Healthcare
• Marketing and retail
• Travel and tourism
• Software and IT services
• Nonprofits

Hannah goes beyond simply helping her clients react effectively to the ever-evolving challenges in this space, working closely with them to identify opportunities to grow and advance their long-term business objectives through the use of technology and data. She delivers practical, results-focused legal counsel that aligns with business. Clients choose her for her ability to navigate complex tech deals and address cyber and privacy issues with clarity and efficiency, backed by the distilled knowledge gained from more than a decade working at Fortune 500 companies and large law firms.

Hannah is a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US, CIPP/E/C/A), Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) and Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP) through the International Association of Privacy Professionals.

Bar Admissions

• Missouri
• New York

Education

• Fudan University School of Law (Bachelor of Law (J.D. Equivalent), 2010)

• Washington University in St. Louis School of Law (J.D., 2013)

• Washington University in St. Louis School of Law (2011)

• "AI Governance Law"
• "Decoding The FTC's Latest Location Data Crackdown"
• "Navigating the Shifting Landscape of Data Privacy"
• "Privacy, Security, and the Future of Business"
• Concerned about AI Training Data and Copyrighted Works? New Guidance from the Northern District of California
• Hannah Ji-Otto, Jianfei Chen and Heather Buchta Write Article for Bloomberg Law on Risks for M&A Involving AI Assets
• Quarles & Brady Adds Data Privacy Atty From Baker Donelson
• Risk and Rewards: Managing Loyalty Program Privacy and Security"
• State Privacy Enforcement Heats Up: Key Actions and Compliance Trends Every Business Needs to Know
• "A New Year Refresher on Legal Issues in NFT Art Sales"
• "Biden's EU Data Transfer Order Spells Changes for US Companies"
• "Blockchain Boosts Security, Complicates Compliance"
• "China's Expanded Data Clampdown Rankles US Lawyers"
• "Costs and Unanswered Questions of China's New Cybersecurity Regime"
• "Data Collection in Rental Vehicles: Navigating Legal Complexities in California"
• "Data Security Compliance and Risks: A Business Attorney's Guide"
• "Demystifying Data De-Identification for US Privacy Compliance"
• "Driving in the Digital Age: Addressing Electric Vehicles' Privacy and Security Issues"
• "Global Cyber News: A Comparative Guide to US, China, and UK"
• "Google Ads: A Study in Modern Marketing"
• "Is GDPR and Compliance Enough for Entities Operating in Asia?"
• "Legal Considerations for California Rental Vehicle Data Collection"
• "Managing Your Business Risk in Today's Data Privacy and Security Environment"
• "New Executive Order Aims to Restore U.S.-EU Data Privacy Agreement"
• "Privacy and Cybersecurity Issues in Electric Vehicles"
• "Privacy and Cybersecurity Standards for NEVI Funded EV Charging Station Projects"
• "Table of Experts: Technology Discussion"
• "The Double-Edged Sword of AI: How Employers Can Harness Big Data Responsibly"
• "Understanding the Scope and Impact of the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018"

Seminar

• Artificial Intelligence Webinar Series
• Business Law Training: Strategic Insights and Best Practices for In-House Counsel: Navigating 2025 With Confidence
• Celebrate Privacy Day with Quarles!
• China: Cybersecurity, Compliance & Investigations
• Fall into Privacy Compliance: Insights and Best Practices
• IP and Data Governance: Securing the Invisible Assets
• Strategic Insights and Best Practices for In-House Counsel: Navigating 2026 with Confidence