Baker McKenzie, continuing to grow its data privacy and cybersecurity team, has hired DLA Piper partner Justine Phillips in its Los Angeles office.

"Cybersecurity concerns are a Board-level issue for companies across all industries as the risk of data breaches and other cyberattacks continues to grow," Brian Hengesbaugh, the chair of Baker McKenzie's global data privacy and security business unit, said in a statement. "Justine is highly skilled at helping clients navigate their data privacy and cybersecurity challenges so they can protect their businesses and thrive."