Bobby N. Turnage, Jr.

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“I enjoy partnering with my clients for their long-term success by providing practical, “here’s how” legal knowledge and counseling tailored to their unique circumstances, and delivering legal advice in an understandable and usable way.”

Bobby N. Turnage, Jr.

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Biography

Bobby Turnage is a business-minded attorney with more than 23 years of experience advising organizations dealing with technology and data-related matters, including cybersecurity, data security, data privacy, technology contracts, and conducting business on the web.

Bobby advises clients of all sizes, both public and private, from start-up to well-established, and across multiple industries.  Whether guiding clients through a data breach or ransomware attack with potential impacts in the U.S. and internationally, advising clients concerning data privacy and security obligations, or negotiating technology-related contracts that drive growth, Bobby brings a practical, “here’s how we can get it done” approach to delivering legal services. Bobby is the Cybersecurity and Technology Team Leader, and is a Certified Information Privacy Professional/US (CIPP/US) by the International Association of Privacy Professionals. As a lawyer and a former senior executive in the tech industry, he has the knowledge and skills to help you prepare for and navigate the legal risks associated with technology services and the use or handling of data.

Before joining Sands Anderson, Bobby was a partner at Venable LLP. Prior to that, he served as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary for Network Solutions, LLC, a leading provider of web-based products and services for businesses and organizations. His other previous experience includes serving as Associate General Counsel for Verisign, Inc., a high-tech internet services company, and serving as a defense attorney and prosecutor in the U.S. Army Reserve JAG Corps. Bobby’s thorough experience as a lawyer and corporate executive gives him a unique perspective that is valued by his clients.

Outside of work, Bobby enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing the piano, and reading about prominent figures in history.

Professional Highlights
  • Advised and guided clients through data security incidents and data breaches involving the exfiltration (including via ransomware), loss, theft and unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information such as consumer data, cardholder data and healthcare data.
  • Counseled clients concerning data privacy and data protection compliance (including under EU GDPR and UK GDPR).
  • Advised clients concerning proactive cybersecurity risk assessments, data security compliance, and incident response planning.
  • Drafted and negotiated complex technology-related contracts, including contracts pertaining to digital platform access and distribution, SaaS service offerings, digital audio/visual content distribution, software development, data analytics and data hosting, and website hosting and design.

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Recognition

  • Legal Elite, Intellectual Property/Information Technology, Virginia Business Magazine, 2019-2022
  • Legal 500 in categories of M&A: Middle-Market (sub-$500m) and Technology: Data Protection and Privacy, 2013 edition
  • Meritorious Service Medal
  • Army Commendation Medal (1OLC)
  • Army Achievement Medal (1OLC)
  • Leatherneck Dress Blues Award (USMC)
  • Navy League Outstanding Marine Corps Recruit Award (USMC)

Favorite Book

  • Almost a Miracle: The American Victory in the War of Independence
    by John Ferling

Background

Education

  • University of Mississippi School of Law,
    J.D. 1992
  • Virginia Commonwealth University,
    B.S. 1989

Admissions

  • District of Columbia
  • Virginia

Involvement

Speaking Engagements

  • "Cyber Liability: Are You Prepared for a Cyber Attack?"
    Webinar, June 2023
  • "Cyber Insurance Trends & Legal and Insurance Strategy"
    McGriff Insurance, May 2023
  • “Understanding HIPAA Privacy, Security and Notification Rules”
    Private Client Presentation, September 2022
  • “Cybersecurity for Small Businesses – Understanding and Managing the Risk”
    Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, August 2022
  • “Understanding Cybersecurity and Managing the Risk”
    Private Client Presentation, June 2022
  • "The Virginia Insurance Data Security Act of 2020 & Its Impact on Insurance Agencies"
    Professional Insurance Agents Association of Virginia and DC, September 2021
  • "The Virginia Insurance Data Security Act of 2020 & Its Impact on Insurance Agencies"
    Professional Insurance Agents Association of Virginia and DC, March 2021
  • "Insurance Data Security Act - Predator or Prey"
    Professional Insurance Agents Association of Virginia and DC, February 2021
  • "Data Breach Management and Legal Issues for Information Technology Professionals"
    Virginia Tech Master of Information Technology Program, November 2020
  • "Cybersecurity and Cyber Risk Management for Financial Institutions"
    Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Payments Advisory Council, October 2020
  • "Tackling Data Security – It's Not Just for Techies!"
    Sands Anderson Webinar, October 2020
  • "Cybersecurity – Trends and Tips for Businesses"
    Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce, August 2020
  • "Are You Prepared for a Cyber Event?"
    Truist Bank, July 2020
  • "Understanding Virginia's New Insurance Data Security Act"
    Professional Insurance Agents Association of Virginia and DC, June 2020
  • "Cybersecurity Legal Issues"
    Business @ Lunch Radio Show, Roanoke-Blacksburg Technology Council, May 2020
  • "A Life as a Data Security, Privacy and Cybersecurity Lawyer"
    Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Legal Society, William & Mary Law School, February 2020
  • "Cybersecurity and Risk Management for Financial Professionals"
    Accounting Firm (Private Presentation), January 2020
  • "Incident Response Planning"
    Cybersecurity Work Group for Medical Facilities (Private Presentation), January 2020
  • "Cybersecurity and Cyber Risk Management for Financial Professionals"
    Commonwealth Association for Financial Professionals, November 14, 2019
  • "Privacy Protection & Cybersecurity – What You Need to Know to Protect Yourself in the Digital Age"
    Equity Concepts, November 7, 2019
  • Cybersecurity Panel Discussion
    Bank of America, October 31, 2019

Professional Affiliations

  • Virginia State Bar
  • Virginia Bar Association
  • District of Columbia Bar
  • Home Care Delivered, Inc., Past Board Member
  • Northern Neck Insurance Company, Board Member
  • Lead Virginia, RVA Regional Alumni Council, Co-Chair
  • rvatech - Richmond Technology Council
  • Business and Consumer Payments Advisory Council for the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, Member
  • General Counsel Committee of the Northern Virginia Technology Council, Past Chair
  • Lead Virginia, Class of 2015
  • Association of Corporate Counsel, Past Member
  • Certified Information Privacy Professional/US (CIPP/US)
    by the International Association of Privacy Professionals

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