McDonald Hopkins welcomes Lucia Argento to national Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Team

DETROIT — Lucia Argento has joined McDonald Hopkins LLC as an associate in the Litigation Department, adding her experience to the firm’s national Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice Group. Lucia served as an investigator with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights (HHS/OCR), where she supported federal privacy and cybersecurity enforcement efforts. 

"I approach client work with a real-world perspective, helping clients navigate urgent situations with calm, practical guidance. I focus on what’s legally required while keeping business impact and clear communication front and center."

She has extensive experience in HIPAA and HITECH compliance. In her role at HHS/OCR, Lucia led complex investigations, collaborated with healthcare organizations and public institutions to enhance their privacy and security compliance programs, and provided technical assistance to covered entities to ensure alignment with federal regulatory standards.

"I choose McDonald Hopkins because of the exceptional talent, deep subject matter expertise, and the unwavering integrity of its attorneys. From my very first conversations with the team, it was clear that this is a firm where collaboration, client service, and professional excellence are taken seriously. I was drawn to the firm’s strong reputation in data privacy and cybersecurity, and to the opportunity to work alongside people who are genuinely committed to doing the right thing for clients and each other. I look forward to contributing to a team that delivers practical, innovative legal solutions to help clients confidently navigate complex matters."