Regulatory and Litigation Law Firm Holtzman Vogel Launches Artificial Intelligence Practice Group
Holtzman Vogel today announced the launch of a dedicated Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) practice group. The firm adds AI expertise to its nationally recognized practices, specializing in political law; litigation; corporate and government investigations; non-profit, corporate and government ethics compliance; and environmental and land use law.
Knowledgeable in the fast-evolving field of AI law, Holtzman Vogel’s lawyers will guide clients through the legal complexities associated with AI governance, data privacy, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance, particularly as it applies to those operating in the political and advocacy space. The explosion of AI creates unprecedented opportunities and challenges for those in the marketplace, and the firm’s expertise will ensure clients’ interests are represented as a new regulatory and legal framework evolves.
“We are committed to keeping pace with our clients' needs, and being a resource on the ever-changing AI landscape is essential,” said Jill Holtzman Vogel, founder and managing partner of Holtzman Vogel. “Talented and experienced attorneys in our AI practice group will help clients be fully prepared to navigate the complexities of the landscape while harnessing the advantages of AI technologies.”
The AI practice group will serve a diverse range of clients, including:
- Political Campaigns and Advocacy Groups: Ensuring AI compliance using emerging technologies in political advertising, media, and voter outreach while managing risks associated with AI misuse.
- Tech Firms & Startups: Assisting with legal compliance in AI innovation and regulation.
- Corporations: Advising on AI integration, data privacy, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Government Contractors: Ensuring compliance with federal AI regulations and ethical guidelines.
- Non-Profits: Addressing the ethical use of AI in public interest and advocacy initiatives.
Co-led by attorneys Jason Torchinsky and Oliver Roberts, Holtzman Vogel’s AI practice group has deep experience in regulatory law, government investigations, and litigation, offering clients strategic solutions to succeed in an AI-driven world. A partner with the firm, Torchinsky specializes in election law and campaign finance. He offers guidance to political campaigns and advocacy groups on the ethical and compliant use of AI. His expertise in the intersection of AI and elections helps organizations navigate new regulations surrounding AI-driven political technologies, including deep fakes. Roberts, an associate, brings extensive experience in building AI products, advising on AI and legal ethics, and teaching lawyers about AI use and developments. He is also the founder of a legal AI start-up, uniquely positioning him to provide clients with strategic and legal insights into AI technologies and their practical applications.
They will be joined by Steve Roberts, a political law compliance partner with experience in representing corporate and nonprofit clients in the tech and crypto sectors and counseling political campaigns seeking to incorporate AI into voter outreach; and Ed Wenger, a certified appellate partner and former Chief Deputy Solicitor General of Florida, who will leverage his litigation experience to handle the most complex AI-related litigation, including data privacy, algorithmic bias, and regulatory challenges. Completing the team is Jared Bauman, an associate and alumnus of the Vanderbilt AI Law Lab (VAILL), who brings a deep understanding of how AI can enhance legal systems and how organizations can leverage AI applications in corporate and political settings.
