Robert Austin Jenkin, II

Rob focuses his practice on complex business disputes and privacy litigation in federal and state courts across the U.S., as well as in mediations and arbitrations. With a primary focus on privacy and cybersecurity matters, his national practice includes clients ranging from small, closely held corporations to international technology companies. Rob leverages his corporate background to ensure that the client’s objectives and realities, not just litigation outcomes, remain the guiding principle throughout his representation.

As a member of the firm’s Privacy and Cyber practice, Rob frequently provides thought leadership on developments in the data privacy and security space. Additionally, he provides thought leadership on developments in antitrust jurisprudence with a focus on the interplay between civil and criminal antitrust enforcement.

Rob is also committed to contributing to the legal community through a diverse range of pro bono and public service efforts. He is a passionate advocate for injured veterans seeking health benefits, nonprofit organizations seeking governmental assistance for vulnerable populations, and the promotion of democracy through open and fair elections.

• Represents a SaaS provider in a multidistrict litigation (MDL) involving claims related to a ransomware attack which resulted in the denial of class certification.
• Represents multiple clients in the financial services and credit information sectors in connection with alleged violations of New Jersey’s Daniel’s Law.
• Represents past, present, and future candidates for various political offices in New Jersey as amicus curiae in Andy Kim, et al. v. Christine Giordano Hanlon, et. al. The amicus curiae challenged the constitutionality of the “County Line” balloting structure. In a decision that garnered national media coverage, the federal district court agreed with our clients’ position and granted an injunction invalidating the “County Line.” The Third Circuit Court of Appeals denied the county organizations’ request for a stay pending its appeal.