Cynthia J. Larose
Member / Co-Chair, Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice
+1.617.348.1732
Cynthia is a highly regarded authority in the privacy and security field and a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP). She handles the full range of data security issues for companies of all sizes, from startups to major corporations. Cynthia is masterful at conducting privacy audits; crafting procedures to protect data; advising clients on state, federal, and international laws and regulations on information use and data security; helping organizations respond to breaches; and planning data transfers associated with corporate transactions. She is an in-demand media commentator and speaker on privacy and cybersecurity issues.
Cynthia is Co-chair of the firm's Privacy & Cybersecurity Practice, a Certified Information Privacy Professional-US (CIPP-US), and a Certified Information Privacy Professional-Europe (CIPP-E).
She represents companies in information, communications, and technology, including e-commerce and other electronic transactions. She counsels clients through all stages of the corporate life cycle, from startups through mid- and later-stage financings to IPO, and has broad experience in technology and business law, including online contracting issues, licensing, domain name issues, software development, and complex outsourcing transactions. She is also a key contributor to MintzEdge, an online resource for entrepreneurs that includes useful tools and information for starting and growing a company.
Cynthia has extensive experience in privacy, data security, and information management matters, including state, federal, and international laws and regulations on the use and transfer of information, behavioral advertising, data security breach compliance and incident response, and data breach incident response planning, as well as data transfers in the context of mergers and acquisitions and technology transactions. She conducts privacy audits and risk assessments to determine data and transaction flow and to assess privacy practices, and assists with drafting and implementation of privacy policies and information security policies and procedures and monitoring of privacy best practices across all levels of the enterprise.
Cynthia is a frequent speaker on privacy issues at conferences and media appearances and presents privacy awareness and compliance training seminars to client companies.
During law school, she was editor-in-chief of the Probate Law Journal.
Cynthia is a highly regarded authority in the privacy and security field and a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP). She handles the full range of data security issues for companies of all sizes, from startups to major corporations. Cynthia is masterful at conducting privacy audits; crafting procedures to protect data; advising clients on state, federal, and international laws and regulations on information use and data security; helping organizations respond to breaches; and planning data transfers associated with corporate transactions. She is an in-demand media commentator and speaker on privacy and cybersecurity issues.
Experience
viewpoints
Texas Has Been Busy Ramping up Privacy Protections with new Comprehensive Data Privacy Law and Stricter Data Breach Notification Requirements
July 10, 2023 | Blog | By Cynthia Larose, Michael Katz, Danielle Barney
Texas has joined the growing list of states enacting comprehensive consumer data privacy laws. Read more to learn about the business obligations and consumer protections this law sets.
The FTC Sets Its Sights on Biometric Information
July 6, 2023 | Blog | By Christopher Buontempo , Cynthia Larose
Learn more about the FTC's recent policy statement regarding the collection of consumer's biometric information.
Florida Governor Signs Data Privacy Law Focused on Children, Search Engines and Billion Dollar Businesses
June 9, 2023 | Blog | By Elana Lerner Brockmann, Michael Katz, Cynthia Larose
Florida has joined the growing list of states enacting comprehensive privacy laws. Governor Ron DeSantis (R) signed the Florida Digital Bill of Rights (“FDBR”) into law on June 6th.
Mintz May Madness: Montana’s New Consumer Data Privacy Law Follows the Leaders ... and we’re not talking about California!
May 31, 2023 | Blog | By Michael Katz, Cynthia Larose, Angie Isaza-Loaiza
In Montana, Governor Greg Gianforte signed the Montana’s Consumer Data Privacy Act (S.B. 384) (“MCDPA”) on May 19, 2023 – one of the strongest privacy bills signed in a red state. Montana now becomes the ninth state to enact a comprehensive consumer data privacy law.
Mintz May Madness: Tennessee’s Information Protection Act Gets Us Thinking About NIST(y) Safe Harbors
May 12, 2023 | Blog | By Cynthia Larose, Michael Katz, Ilse P. Johnson
Tennessee is expected to become the eighth or ninth state to enact a comprehensive data privacy law. Tennessee Information Protection Act (“TIPA”) is a unique safe harbor compared to other recently enacted laws: it offers an affirmative defense to businesses who create, maintain and comply with a written privacy program that “reasonably conforms” to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (“NIST”) privacy framework or “other documented policies, standards, and procedures designed to safeguard consumer privacy.”
Mintz May Madness: Comprehensive Data Privacy Laws Sweeping the Nation
May 3, 2023 | Blog | By Michael Katz, Cynthia Larose, Ilse P. Johnson
Last month, three state legislatures passed comprehensive data privacy laws. This week, Indiana’s governor signed the Indiana Consumer Data Privacy Act (“ICDPA’) into law. Montana and Tennessee likely to follow right behind. These newcomers will join the six other states with data privacy statutes already enacted.
Just in time for Data Privacy Week: The new Mintz Matrix!
January 27, 2023 | Blog | By Cynthia Larose
Webinar Recording: Navigating Today's Privacy Compliance Landscape
December 14, 2022 | Webinar | By Cynthia Larose
The privacy compliance landscape has changed significantly in 2022. These acronyms have joined the CCPA, HIPAA, and GDPR in the privacy alphabet soup: CPRA, VCDPA, CDPA, CPA, and UCPA. Do you know what they all mean for your company and what they will require in order to be compliant?
Preparation for 2022 Fiscal Year-End SEC Filings and 2023 Annual Shareholder Meetings
December 7, 2022 | Advisory | By John Condon, Anne Bruno, Melanie Ruthrauff Levy, Jacob Hupart, Cynthia Larose, Breton Leone-Quick, Page R. Hubben
JUST A REMINDER: Refresh Your Standard Contractual Clauses!!
November 29, 2022 | Blog | By Cynthia Larose
If you haven’t already got December 27th on your calendar, it’s the deadline for updating your documentation for transfers of personal data from the European Economic Area (EEA) to other countries – including the United States. Read our blog post regarding this issue and contact the Mintz Privacy Team if you need assistance.
News & Press
Mintz Advises Silversmith Capital Partners on Acquisition of Vantora
October 16, 2026|
New Virginia Law Adds to Evolving U.S. Privacy Landscape
April 14, 2026|
Mintz Advises PHLUR on Acquisition by TSG Consumer
July 29, 2025|
What's Notable In Fla. Data Privacy Law Targeting Big Tech
June 23, 2023|
First California Privacy Penalty Flags Consumer Data Sales Peril
August 26, 2022|
Five Mintz Attorneys Recognized as Client Service All-Stars by BTI
February 8, 2022|
Québec’s Updated Privacy Law Complicates Cross-Border Data Flows
November 12, 2021|
Complying With NYC’s New Biometrics Law
August 17, 2021|
Small Companies Scramble on Microsoft Hack as Legal Threat Looms
March 12, 2021|
NY Cybersecurity Rules Pack Wallop In Enforcement Debut
August 19, 2020|
Microsoft-TikTok Deal Would See Deadline Pressure, Privacy Risks
August 4, 2020|
Consent is Key to Avoiding Child Privacy Class Actions
June 15, 2020|
Assessing Existing Privacy Policies and Practices
May 21, 2020|
Protect Your Newly Remote Team From Cyberthreats
April 2, 2020|
One Hundred Mintz Attorneys Ranked as Leaders by Best Lawyers 2020
August 15, 2019|
Mintz Recognized by Chambers USA 2019
April 26, 2019|
Cynthia Larose Named a National Law Review "Go-To Thought Leader"
December 27, 2018|
Sweeping Data Privacy Bill Approved In California
June 28, 2018|
Chambers USA 2018 Ranks Mintz Attorneys & Practices
May 3, 2018|
Mintz Honored by JD Supra's 2018 Reader's Choice Awards
March 19, 2018|
New Yorkers Want to Know: What’s your cybersecurity plan?
August 29, 2017|
Effective and Compliant Employee Monitoring (Part Two of Two)
April 19, 2017|
Want to improve risk management? Do the basics
March 9, 2017|
The Most Significant Data Breaches Of 2016
December 22, 2016|
49 Mintz Attorneys Featured in Chambers USA 2016 Guide
May 31, 2016|
Getting Your Firm Beyond the Breach
March 1, 2016|
Mintz Represents Time Inc. in Acquisition of Cozi Inc.
June 19, 2014|
Events & Speaking
Mintz's Annual Employment Law Summit 2025 - New York
Convene, 601 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10022
Hot Topics in White Collar Crime and Government Investigations: Considerations for Corporate Counsel
Association of Corporate Counsel, San Diego and Mintz
Virtual Event
Privacy Shield Shattered & the SCCs in Peril: Understanding the Schrems II Decision (and What to Do Next)
View the Webinar Recording
Compliance Solutions Strategies Spring 2020 Conference
The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota, Florida
The Concept of “Reasonable Security” – What is it and how do you get there?
View the Webinar Recording
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Managing the Privacy & Cybersecurity Risks
View the Webinar Recording
The Office of the General Treasurer and Rhode Island Health and Educational Building Corporation's Joint Municipal Training and Education Conference
Cybersecurity
Greenwich, RI
Health Care & Cybersecurity: A Powerful Combination
ML Strategies, 701 Pennsylvania Ave, NW, Suite 900, Washington, DC 20004
The Third Annual Boston Conference on Cyber Security (BCCS 2019)
Boston College, Gasson Hall, Room 100, 140 Commonwealth Avenue Chestnut Hill, MA
Cybersecurity Best Practices for Legal Services Providers 2019
Practising Law Institute
PLI New York Center, 1177 Avenue of the Americas, (2nd floor), entrance on 45th Street, New York, New York
Legal Issues in Museum Administration 2018
American Law Institute Continuing Legal Education (ALI CLE)
Revere Hotel Boston Common 200 Stuart Street Boston, MA
2018 Cyber Liability Conference
Mohegan Sun Resort & Convention Center 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd Uncasville, CT
Higher Education Legal Conference
Boston Bar Association
Sheraton Boston Hotel 39 Dalton Street Boston, MA
The Second Annual Boston Conference on Cyber Security (BCCS 2018)
Boston College
Gasson Hall, Room 100 140 Commonwealth Avenue Chestnut Hill, MA
Increased Scrutiny by Regulators of Cybersecurity
The New England Broker/Dealer and Investment Adviser Association
Boston, MA
Hot Topics in Global Healthcare Information Privacy, Data Protection and Security
IAPP KnowledgeNet
Boston, MA
Not If, But When: Cyber Security for Companies in an Age of Inevitable Hacks, Attacks & Breaches
National Association of Corporate Directors, New England Chapter
Newton Marriott Hotel, Newton, MA
Cynthia is a highly regarded authority in the privacy and security field and a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP). She handles the full range of data security issues for companies of all sizes, from startups to major corporations. Cynthia is masterful at conducting privacy audits; crafting procedures to protect data; advising clients on state, federal, and international laws and regulations on information use and data security; helping organizations respond to breaches; and planning data transfers associated with corporate transactions. She is an in-demand media commentator and speaker on privacy and cybersecurity issues.
Recognition & Awards
BTI Consulting Group Client Service All-Star (2022)
Best Lawyers in America: Privacy and Data Security Law (2018 – 2027)
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly: Go-To Cybersecurity / Data Privacy Lawyer (2022, 2024)
Top Author for Cybersecurity, JD Supra’s Readers' Choice Awards (2018 – 2021)
Chambers USA: Noted Practitioner, Nationwide – Privacy & Data Security (2018 – 2019)
National Law Review: Go-To Thought Leadership Award, Cybersecurity (2018)
Chambers USA: Nationwide – Privacy & Data Security (2010 – 2016)
Chambers Global: Privacy & Data Security (2011 – 2012, 2016 – 2017)
Legal 500 Recommended Lawyer – Cyber Law (2026)
National Diversity Council: Top 50 Most Powerful Women in Technology (2016)
Woman of Technology 2001 by Women in Technology, Inc.
Two Thousand Notable American Women (2001)
Women's Business Boston: Top 10 Women Lawyers in Boston (2005); Top 10 Corporate Lawyers in Boston (2009 – 2010)
Boston Magazine: Rising Star (2011)
Leila Josephine Robinson Award, Boston University Woman's Law Association (2010)
Boston Digital Industry News: Best General Lawyer for a High-Tech Firm
Massachusetts Super Lawyers: Rising Star – Information Technology / Outsourcing (2005)
Cynthia is a highly regarded authority in the privacy and security field and a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP). She handles the full range of data security issues for companies of all sizes, from startups to major corporations. Cynthia is masterful at conducting privacy audits; crafting procedures to protect data; advising clients on state, federal, and international laws and regulations on information use and data security; helping organizations respond to breaches; and planning data transfers associated with corporate transactions. She is an in-demand media commentator and speaker on privacy and cybersecurity issues.
Involvement
- Member, International Association of Privacy Professionals
- Member, Computer Law Association
- Member, Federal Communications Bar Association
Recent Insights
Mintz Advises Silversmith Capital Partners on Acquisition of Vantora
October 16, 2026|
