James K. O'Reilly

James O'Reilly is a member of Wilson Elser's Cybersecurity and Data Privacy practice, where his primary focus is advising clients on data breach response and regulatory and privacy law compliance. James draws on significant experience in counseling organizations on the patchwork of U.S. privacy laws, cybersecurity frameworks, and incident management to help clients navigate complex data risk landscapes. Working closely with forensic teams, insurers, and affected organizations to ensure swift, compliant, and strategic responses to data security incidents, James skillfully guides clients through all stages of cybersecurity events – from initial containment and investigation to regulatory notification and remediation.  

Prior to joining Wilson Elser, James gained substantial experience as a Privacy and Cybersecurity Fellow at an AmLaw 100 firm. Prior to enrolling in law school, he was an insurance broker at a global insurance firm. This background gives James a unique understanding of cyber liability coverage matters and their impact on clients from an insurance perspective.