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Neda M. Shaheen

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Areas of Focus

Overview

Neda Shaheen expertly navigates the complexities of data governance and cybersecurity law, leveraging her international law and national security background to deliver tailored solutions that protect client data across diverse industries. She brings a dynamic blend of legal, policy, and consulting experience, delivering pragmatic and risk-informed governance solutions.

Neda specializes in the full incident lifecycle, navigating emerging cyber threats, and effectively translating complex technical issues into actionable strategies. This includes developing comprehensive incident response programs, corporate cyber and data governance policies, and AI governance frameworks, ensuring robust security structures that meet global compliance standards. Neda has also helped clients test those policies, conducting tabletop exercises and training sessions that bolster organizational readiness and fortify security stances.

Her regulatory compliance expertise has been pivotal, integrating essential frameworks such as HIPAA, NIST, CCPA, and GDPR into client governance systems to ensure seamless compliance and risk mitigation. Neda's ability to translate complex technical issues into actionable strategies solidifies her role as a key ally for organizations seeking robust security governance structures on a global scale.

In her work at the intersection of trade and cybersecurity, Neda has addressed the challenges posed by insider threat breaches and the resulting inadvertent sanctions violations. In addition to her contributions in data governance and security, Neda has also advised on U.S. import and customs compliance, facilitating smooth cross-border movement of goods while adhering to international trade regulations.

Neda’s active roles in the firm's Women's Leadership Initiative, AI Working Group, Pro Bono Immigration Committee, and Summer Associate program, underscores her commitment to client success and community service. She maintains a robust pro bono asylum practice as well as volunteers with several community organizations. Her background in international organizations and field research in human rights law further enriches her perspective on legal solutions, recognizing the individual impact of complex matters.

Career & Education

    • Department of State
      Public Diplomacy Intern and Outreach Assistant, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, 2012
    • Department of Commerce
      Law Clerk, Economic Development Administration, 2015
    • Department of State
      Public Diplomacy Intern and Outreach Assistant, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, 2012
    • Department of Commerce
      Law Clerk, Economic Development Administration, 2015

    • Consultant, Crowell Global Advisors, 2021-2022
    • Policy and Programs Lead, Women of Color Advancing Peace, Security, and Conflict Transition, 2020-2021
    • Associate, United Nations Security Council, 2018
    • Humanitarian Law Instructor, American Red Cross, 2018-2020
    • Consultant, Crowell Global Advisors, 2021-2022
    • Policy and Programs Lead, Women of Color Advancing Peace, Security, and Conflict Transition, 2020-2021
    • Associate, United Nations Security Council, 2018
    • Humanitarian Law Instructor, American Red Cross, 2018-2020

    • Georgetown University Law Center, LL.M., National Security Law, Certificate in International Trade, 2021
      • 2021 National Security Scholar
      • 2025 Guantanamo Observers Program
    • DePaul University College of Law, J.D., International and Comparative Law, 2017
    • The Ohio State University, B.A., English and studio art, 2014
    • Georgetown University Law Center, LL.M., National Security Law, Certificate in International Trade, 2021
      • 2021 National Security Scholar
      • 2025 Guantanamo Observers Program
    • DePaul University College of Law, J.D., International and Comparative Law, 2017
    • The Ohio State University, B.A., English and studio art, 2014

    • Ohio
    • District of Columbia
    • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit
    • Ohio
    • District of Columbia
    • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit

  • Professional Activities and Memberships

    • Board Member, National Arab American Bar Association
    • Leadership Circle, Foreign Policy for America

    Professional Activities and Memberships

    • Board Member, National Arab American Bar Association
    • Leadership Circle, Foreign Policy for America

    • Arabic
    • Arabic

Neda's Insights

Client Alert | 4 min read | 01.13.26

NIST Releases Draft Framework for AI Cybersecurity, Solicits Public Comment: What Organizations Using or Deploying AI Should Know

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (“NIST”) recently released draft guidelines for applying NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework to organizations adopting artificial intelligence. NIST requests public comments on its “Initial Preliminary Draft” Cybersecurity Framework Profile for Artificial Intelligence (the “Cyber AI Profile”) by midnight on January 30, 2026. ...

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Recognition

  • Center for Strategic and International Studies and Diversity in National Security Network: U.S. National Security and Foreign Affairs Leadership List, 2021
  • Middle East Policy Council: 40 Under 40, 2021 
  • Arab America Foundation: 30 Under 30, 2021 
  • Arab American Bar Association of Illinois: Building Bridges Award, 2021
  • Democratic National Committee: Presidential Fellow, 2020 

Neda's Insights

Client Alert | 4 min read | 01.13.26

NIST Releases Draft Framework for AI Cybersecurity, Solicits Public Comment: What Organizations Using or Deploying AI Should Know

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (“NIST”) recently released draft guidelines for applying NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework to organizations adopting artificial intelligence. NIST requests public comments on its “Initial Preliminary Draft” Cybersecurity Framework Profile for Artificial Intelligence (the “Cyber AI Profile”) by midnight on January 30, 2026. ...

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Insights

Client Alert | 4 min read | 01.13.26

NIST Releases Draft Framework for AI Cybersecurity, Solicits Public Comment: What Organizations Using or Deploying AI Should Know

Client Alert | 7 min read | 12.19.25

In Bid to Ban “Woke AI,” White House Imposes Transparency Requirements on Contractors

Client Alert | 4 min read | 11.18.25

DOJ Announces Major Enforcement Actions Targeting North Korean Remote IT Worker Schemes

Client Alert | 4 min read | 11.13.25

The Password is “Louvre” – Lessons for Everyone from the Louvre’s Jewel Heist

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Practices

Industries

Neda's Insights

Client Alert | 4 min read | 01.13.26

NIST Releases Draft Framework for AI Cybersecurity, Solicits Public Comment: What Organizations Using or Deploying AI Should Know

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (“NIST”) recently released draft guidelines for applying NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework to organizations adopting artificial intelligence. NIST requests public comments on its “Initial Preliminary Draft” Cybersecurity Framework Profile for Artificial Intelligence (the “Cyber AI Profile”) by midnight on January 30, 2026. ...

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