Pierson Ferdinand Strengthens Cyber-Risk, Privacy, And Data Security Practice with Am Law 100 Hire in Miami
Experienced litigator - Tara Turner - brings experience in data privacy, technology and financial services
Miami, FL – March 25, 2025 – Pierson Ferdinand LLP (“PierFerd”), one of the world’s fastest-growing law firms, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tara Turner as a Partner in its Cyber-Risk, Privacy, and Data Security practice, based in Florida.
Tara joins PierFerd from Akerman, LLP, where she was a Senior Associate in the Consumer Financial Services, Data and Technology practice group.
She has successfully defended clients in state and federal litigation, including from claims brought under federal statutes including the: Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA), Truth in Lending Act (TILA), Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).
Tara secured favorable outcomes via dismissals and settlements for mortgage lenders, servicers, and financial institutions against borrower complaints in relation to wrongful foreclosure claims, debt collection statutes, and various state statutes.
Previously, she held roles at Wilson Elser and Aaronson Rappaport Feinstein & Deutsch, LLP where she litigated various premises and professional liability cases on behalf of physicians and large hospitality and technology companies.
She has achieved significant industry recognition across her career, being listed as a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers (2022–2024) and named “One to Watch” for Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants, by Best Lawyers (2024–2025).
Tara holds a J.D., magna cum laude, from the University of Miami School of Law, where she was a member of the Charles C. Papy, Jr. Moot Court Board, and a Dean’s List honoree. She earned her B.A., cum laude, in Psychology from the University of Miami.
Tara will enhance PierFerd’s cyber-risk and technology litigation capabilities; supporting clients across a complex range of cyber and privacy challenges.
About PierFerd
Pierson Ferdinand LLP is an international law firm serving clients globally from 25+ markets. Its 200+ partners practice in 80+ areas of law, including corporate, employment and executive compensation, intellectual property, litigation, private clients & estates, and tax. Its partners have a reputation for excellence and significant experience practicing in preeminent law firms, corporate legal departments, and government.[1]
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[1] In London, the firm operates as Pierson Ferdinand UK LLP, a limited liability partnership registered in England & Wales with registered number OC449880. It is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority with registered number 8006801. Pierson Ferdinand UK is connected with its affiliate in the United States, Pierson Ferdinand LLP, although they are two separate legal entities.
The word “partner” denotes a member of Pierson Ferdinand UK or an employee or consultant with equivalent standing and qualifications.
