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Colin Darnell

@colindarnell

Privacy and cybersecurity attorney with strong knowledge of regulatory issues

United States

What I'm looking for

I’m looking for either a short-term role in legal AI or a longer term role as an assistant GC or in-house counsel.

Experienced in-house legal counsel with deep expertise in data privacy, commercial contracting, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record advising cross-functional teams on privacy rights, artificial intelligence, SaaS, and advertising technologies. Strong background in reviewing, negotiating, and drafting commercial and vendor agreements, with a pragmatic, risk-aware approach to enabling business goals. Licensed attorney (New York) and Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US).

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

RR Donnelley logoRD

Assistant General Counsel

Nov 2024 - Mar 2025 (4 months)

Advised RRD on privacy compliance matters. Led contract review on artificial intelligence uses throughout the company and drafted memos to ensure legally compliant and ethical AI usage. Reviewed healthcare and vendor contracts to align them with service agreement requirements and advised on digital advertising issues like pixel use and tracking.

Vericast logoVE

Privacy Analyst

Jun 2022 - Jul 2024 (2 years 1 month)

Advised on privacy issues, including advertising technologies and FTC actions. Reviewed contracts to ensure data compliance with state and federal privacy laws. Revised and implemented updates to the consumer request process for compliance.

FINRA logoFI

Privacy Analyst

Nov 2021 - Jun 2022 (7 months)

Conducted privacy impact assessments on new and existing programs to ensure ethical data use and regulatory compliance. Reviewed and provided feedback on information privacy and protection policies to ensure compliance with internal policies and state and federal laws. Responded to privacy incidents to minimize consequences of misdirected files and data breaches.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Indiana University logoIU

Indiana University

Juris Doctorate, Law

2017 - 2020

Truman State University logoTU

Truman State University

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

2013 - 2017

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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