Manatt, Phelps & Phillips has welcomed Justin Johnson back to the firm in Orange County as a partner in its privacy and data security practice. He previously served as deputy GC at PeopleConnect, a technology-driven HR service provider and a people search platform. For insights from Manatt, see “CPPA’s Tractor Supply Decision Offers Lessons As Enforcement Focus Moves From Education to Deterrence” (Oct. 22, 2025); and “Cookie Compliance Lessons From the Todd Snyder Settlement” (Jun. 11, 2025).