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Jennie Wang VonCannonCIPP/US, AIGP

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Overview

Jennie Wang VonCannon is a technology trial lawyer and advisor with a proven track record of success in both the courtroom and the boardroom—with over two decades of experience and deep understanding of corporate defense in both criminal and civil contexts, cybersecurity, and intellectual property matters. She is a certified AI Governance Professional (AIGP) who assists both developers and users of AI and emerging technologies with navigating risk and regulatory hurdles to maximize the benefits of innovation. She served for over eleven years as a federal prosecutor, culminating in her selection to serve with distinction as the Deputy Chief of the Cyber and Intellectual Property Crimes Section of the National Security Division of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Central District of California.

Jennie helps clients in crisis with litigation, internal investigations, law enforcement and regulatory inquiries and subpoenas, and cybersecurity and privacy incidents. Jennie understands the critical importance of safeguarding sensitive information and intellectual assets from both external and insider threats. With her extensive knowledge of cybersecurity laws, regulations, and best practices, she advises companies on proactive measures to reduce the likelihood of trade secret theft and mitigate cyber threats, providing creative solutions to surviving cyber incidents.

Jennie also stays up to date on technology advancements and trends and has a remarkable aptitude for assimilating extensive amounts of information efficiently and effectively. Her keen analytical skills allow her to delve deep into complex legal cases, regulatory frameworks, and new technologies, enabling her to grasp the nuances and key elements crucial to building persuasive arguments or providing comprehensive advice.

Jennie is a Certified Information Privacy Professional, a founding member and former chair of the Los Angeles County Bar Association Privacy and Cybersecurity Section, and an executive committee and life member of the Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles. Most recently, Jennie was elected to join the Chancery Club of Los Angeles, whose membership is composed of distinguished lawyers who are also active in professional, civic, and philanthropic organizations. She has spoken at numerous industry programs on key topics such as AI and ethics and cybersecurity enforcement trends.

Career & Education

    • Department of Justice: United States Attorneys' Office
      Deputy Chief, Cyber and Intellectual Property Crimes Section, 2018–2019
      Assistant U.S. Attorney, 2008–2019
    • Department of Justice: United States Attorneys' Office
      Deputy Chief, Cyber and Intellectual Property Crimes Section, 2018–2019
      Assistant U.S. Attorney, 2008–2019

    • University of California, Berkeley School of Law, J.D., 2004
    • University of California, Berkeley, B.A., with honors, english and political science, 2001
    • University of California, Berkeley School of Law, J.D., 2004
    • University of California, Berkeley, B.A., with honors, english and political science, 2001

    • California
    • Supreme Court of the United States
    • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
    • U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
    • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California
    • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California
    • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California
    • California
    • Supreme Court of the United States
    • U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
    • U.S. District Court for the Central District of California
    • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California
    • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California
    • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California

  • Professional Activities and Memberships

    • First Vice President and Life Member, Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles (WLALA)

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      Past Chair and Founding Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) Privacy and Cybersecurity Section

    • Member, International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP); CIPP/US and AIGP certified 

    • Member, Women's White Collar Defense Association (WWCDA)
    • Member, Association of Business Trial Lawyers (ABTL)
    • Member, Chancery Club of Los Angeles
    • Former Board Member, Southern California Chinese Lawyers Association (SCCLA)

    Professional Activities and Memberships

    • First Vice President and Life Member, Women Lawyers Association of Los Angeles (WLALA)

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      Past Chair and Founding Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) Privacy and Cybersecurity Section

    • Member, International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP); CIPP/US and AIGP certified 

    • Member, Women's White Collar Defense Association (WWCDA)
    • Member, Association of Business Trial Lawyers (ABTL)
    • Member, Chancery Club of Los Angeles
    • Former Board Member, Southern California Chinese Lawyers Association (SCCLA)

Jennie's Insights

Client Alert | 5 min read | 10.08.25

California’s AI Transparency Act (CAITA) May be Amended to Regulate Social Media Platforms

Last year, the California General Assembly passed the California AI Transparency Act (CAITA), which Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law on September 19, 2024, and goes into effect on January 1, 2026. This may change because this year, the same General Assembly passed AB 853, an amendment to CAITA with potentially far-reaching implications....

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Representative Matters

  • Successfully represented healthcare company against class action claims of illegal wiretapping over web-tracking technology.
  • Secured across-the-board acquittals for a doctor charged with 33 felony counts of federal health care fraud after she used her forensic analysis experience to put on a highly technical defense case at trial.
  • Litigated a trademark preliminary injunction action to seize the domain of a website providing infringing content.
  • Regularly represents corporate and individual victims of cyber crime in federal law enforcement investigations.
  • On behalf of the boards of directors, conducted multiple investigations into allegations of sexual assault or misconduct against the founders of high-profile companies facing intense media scrutiny.

Jennie's Insights

Client Alert | 5 min read | 10.08.25

California’s AI Transparency Act (CAITA) May be Amended to Regulate Social Media Platforms

Last year, the California General Assembly passed the California AI Transparency Act (CAITA), which Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law on September 19, 2024, and goes into effect on January 1, 2026. This may change because this year, the same General Assembly passed AB 853, an amendment to CAITA with potentially far-reaching implications....

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Recognition

  • Legal 500: 2025 Rankings, Cyber Law (4)
  • LA Times Studios: Legal Visionaries, 2025
  • Los Angeles Business Journal: Women of Influence: Attorneys, 2024
  • Los Angeles Business Journal: Leaders of Influence: Thriving in Their 40s, 2023

Jennie's Insights

Client Alert | 5 min read | 10.08.25

California’s AI Transparency Act (CAITA) May be Amended to Regulate Social Media Platforms

Last year, the California General Assembly passed the California AI Transparency Act (CAITA), which Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law on September 19, 2024, and goes into effect on January 1, 2026. This may change because this year, the same General Assembly passed AB 853, an amendment to CAITA with potentially far-reaching implications....

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Insights

Client Alert | 5 min read | 10.08.25

California’s AI Transparency Act (CAITA) May be Amended to Regulate Social Media Platforms

Publication | 10.02.25

New Calif. Chatbot Bill May Make AI Assistants Into Liabilities

Client Alert | 9 min read | 09.22.25

From Deepfakes to Sanctions Violations: The Rise of North Korean Remote IT Worker Schemes

Client Alert | 4 min read | 09.17.25

California’s Chatbot Bill May Impose Substantial Compliance Burdens on Many Companies Deploying AI Assistants

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Practices

Industries

Jennie's Insights

Client Alert | 5 min read | 10.08.25

California’s AI Transparency Act (CAITA) May be Amended to Regulate Social Media Platforms

Last year, the California General Assembly passed the California AI Transparency Act (CAITA), which Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law on September 19, 2024, and goes into effect on January 1, 2026. This may change because this year, the same General Assembly passed AB 853, an amendment to CAITA with potentially far-reaching implications....

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