Steve advises health-care related companies on data privacy, cybersecurity, and data protection matters related to legal compliance, risk mitigation, investigations, and data breach responses. When a data breach occurs, time is of the essence. Every day, a breach brings an increased risk of fines, penalties, and exposure to litigation. You need a certified privacy professional with courtroom experience to develop a customized plan to ensure a thorough, timely, and effective response. Toland works closely with law enforcement, forensic investigators, and third-party cybersecurity vendors to provide an effective incident response in compliance with the rapidly changing state, federal, and industry-specific privacy and breach notification laws.
As a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP-US) from the International Association of Privacy Professionals, Steve focuses on healthcare privacy and data security, breach response, regulatory defense, and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance. Steve regularly advises healthcare-related entities on managing risk in connection with their private patient health data collection and use by assisting with the development, implementation, and management of data and information security systems, breach preparedness, incident response and regulatory defense, proactive compliance, and the integration of AI to improve operations and patient interactions.
Steve serves as a fractional information security officer for healthcare-related entities, wherein he helps prevent and respond to cyberattacks and data breaches, manage data privacy and HIPAA compliance programs, and direct routine security risk analysis and security compliance audits under the HIPAA Security Rules and HISA (Health Infrastructure Security and Accountability Act.)
If you are facing a Data Privacy/Cyber Security breach or incident in Texas you need to contact Toland Law, your Data Privacy/Cyber Security attorney in Austin, Texas, as quickly as possible. Each category of data privacy and cyber security requires a distinct level of experience and understanding due to the varied legal principles involved.
Toland Law takes a proactive approach in assisting healthcare entities in managing cyber risk through robust data privacy and security programs that keep pace with the evolving legal and regulatory landscape. We’ll work with you to provide you with a strategic road map to get you HIPAA compliant – starting from conducting a compliance audit, to security risk assessments and designing the necessary policy and procedures to shore up your defenses before a breach occurs.
The clock is ticking when it comes to a data breach. We coordinate legally defensible responses involving forensic experts, law enforcement, and managed services and vendors so that you can minimize legal exposure and comply with state and federal data privacy breach notification laws.
Being investigated by any government agency related to a cybersecurity or data privacy issue can be quite serious in relation to both potential financial exposure and reputational harm. Toland Law helps clients successfully respond to inquiries by regulators or auditors, or in an investigation or enforcement action.
Data privacy and cybersecurity issues don’t just threaten systems. They put businesses, reputations, and patient trust at risk. With deep experience in both legal compliance and incident response, Toland Law helps healthcare organizations navigate complex regulations, respond swiftly to breaches, and build stronger, more secure systems. From HIPAA audits to federal investigations, we bring clarity and control to situations where accuracy matters most.
in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization
in Data-Privacy by the International Association of Privacy Professionals (CIPP-US)
with Decades of Successful Trial Experience in Texas and Federal Courts
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When I found myself facing federal charges, I was overwhelmed and scared. Steve didn’t just represent me; he stood by me. He was calm, clear, and always one step ahead. I’ll never forget what he did for me and my family.
Steve truly listened. He understood not just the legal side of my situation, but how it was affecting every part of my life. His honesty, compassion, and skill gave me peace during a really dark time.
Our business was hit with a data breach, and we were panicking. Steve walked in, took control, and helped us handle the legal chaos with confidence. He knew exactly what to do and made sure we did too.
Steve treated me with respect from the first conversation. He explained everything without talking down to me, and he never made me feel like just another case. He got my charges dismissed and gave me my life back.
I wasn’t sure who to trust after getting arrested. But Steve showed up, answered every call, and never gave up on me. You don’t just want a good lawyer, you want one who actually cares. That’s Steve.
Steve Toland, and the cases handled by Toland Law, are regularly featured across media outlets including TMZ, KXAN, and Fox News. His insights on privacy law and criminal defense strategy have made him a trusted voice in the legal community.
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Toland Law is a Texas-based criminal defense and cybersecurity law firm led by board-certified attorney Steve Toland. With over 25 years of experience, we represent clients in state and federal cases, white-collar investigations, civil litigation, and data privacy matters.