Overview

O’Hagan Meyer provides practical, forward-looking counsel to help organizations manage legal, regulatory, and litigation risk arising from artificial intelligence and automated decision-making technologies.

AI tools are transforming how businesses operate, make decisions, and engage with customers and employees, while also introducing new and complex legal exposures. We work with clients to understand and manage these risks through clear, business-focused guidance across the full lifecycle of AI development, deployment, and use.

Our multidisciplinary team draws on experience in privacy, cybersecurity, data innovation, labor and employment, and regulatory matters to address the full spectrum of AI-related challenges. We advise both emerging technology companies and established organizations integrating AI into their operations, helping ensure that innovation aligns with evolving legal standards and industry expectations.

AI regulation continues to evolve rapidly at the state, federal, and international levels, particularly in areas involving automated decision-making, data use, and algorithmic transparency. We help clients interpret and respond to these developments and build governance frameworks that support compliance and accountability. Our work includes:

Design and implementation of AI governance structures and internal policies

Regulatory compliance and response to investigations and inquiries

Development of documentation and accountability frameworks

Risk assessments of algorithmic decision-making systems

We also represent clients facing disputes arising from the use or alleged misuse of AI technologies. Litigation in this space is expanding quickly and often involves novel legal theories related to bias, discrimination, privacy, and consumer protection. We defend clients in matters involving:

Class actions alleging algorithmic bias or discrimination

Claims involving automated decision-making in employment, lending, and consumer-facing applications

Privacy and data use disputes tied to AI systems

Unfair business practice and consumer protection claims

Our litigators develop targeted strategies that address evolving standards of liability and emerging case law. We focus on early case assessment, strategic motion practice, and efficient resolution while preparing each matter for effective advocacy in court or arbitration.

AI systems rely heavily on data, technology assets, and intellectual property, making careful structuring and protection essential. We advise clients on transactions involving AI-related assets, helping ensure that agreements align with both business goals and regulatory requirements. Our services include:

Drafting and negotiation of AI-related technology and data agreements

Structuring of data acquisition, licensing, and development arrangements

Intellectual property protection for AI systems and underlying datasets

Allocation of ownership, use rights, and liability in AI transactions

The use of AI in the workplace raises significant legal and ethical considerations, particularly in hiring, evaluation, and workforce management. We counsel clients on the intersection of AI and employment laws, helping them navigate anti-discrimination requirements, wage and hour implications, and emerging rules governing automated employment decision tools. We also assist organizations in developing responsible AI practices, including:

Workplace AI policy development and implementation

Guidance on transparency, fairness, and accountability

Risk mitigation strategies for AI-driven decision making

Alignment of AI use with legal and ethical standards

We provide integrated support across the full range of AI and algorithmic risk issues, combining legal, technical, and operational perspectives to help clients innovate responsibly while managing exposure. Clients rely on us for practical guidance, responsive service, and strategies designed to support both compliance and long-term business success.