Portrait of Stephenie Wingyuen Yeung

Stephenie Wingyuen Yeung 楊穎苑

Principal

As a Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP/US) and seasoned intellectual property attorney, Stephenie Yeung is passionate about helping businesses protect their most valuable intangible assets: their data and reputation. With years of experience in data privacy and intellectual property (IP), Stephenie guides companies through the maze of today’s complex data privacy regulations while offering innovative strategies to safeguard their brands.

Stephenie reviews and advises on compliance programs to fortify data privacy efforts and ensure that sensitive information stays protected. She frequently counsels companies on the development and review of privacy policies, terms of use, and cookie disclosures to ensure compliance with evolving U.S. and international privacy laws.

In the intellectual property space, Stephenie provides strategic advice on trademark and copyright protection, defending brand and creative assets across traditional and digital platforms. With a deep understanding of IP licensing, Stephenie helps clients monetize their innovations, including software and technology agreements and high-profile content and brand partnerships.

Fully bilingual in English and Cantonese Chinese, Stephenie offers unique insight and bilingual support for businesses expanding into international markets or navigating cross-border IP matters. Having lived in both Hong Kong and the U.S., her international cultural fluency and legal acumen provide a seamless experience for global clients seeking to safeguard their IP and privacy interests across borders.

Stephenie’s dedication to staying ahead of evolving privacy and security laws enables her to deliver forward-thinking, comprehensive solutions that protect her clients’ interests. She has also become a Certified Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP). Whether advising on data privacy or intellectual property matters, Stephenie is the trusted counsel companies turn to for solutions and helps businesses minimize exposure and remain compliant.

    Education

    • Boston University (J.D.)
    • Boston University School of Public Health (M.P.H.)
    • Barnard College (B.A.)

    State Bar Admissions

    • New Jersey
    • Pennsylvania

    Court Admissions

    • United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
    • United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
    • United States Patent and Trademark Office

    Professional Affiliations

    • Asian American Women’s Coalition (AAWC), Board Member
    • American Bar Association, Member
    • Pennsylvania Bar Association, Member
    • Certified Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP)
    • Certified Information Privacy Professional/US (CIPP/US)
    • International Association of Privacy Professionals, Member
    • Women in EDiscovery, Philadelphia Chapter, Member

    Languages

    • Cantonese Chinese
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Firm Highlights

  • Events
    AIA Tri-State Conference
    Princeton will serve as the backdrop for three days of connection, learning, and design leadership. From keynotes to tours to the Tri-State Design Awards, this year’s conference is designed to go far beyond education sessions. Kick off the week with pre-conference intensives and individual state component Design Award celebrations, followed by three days of education, inspiration, networking, and design excellence at the 2026 AIA Tri-State Conference—featuring pre-conference intensives, three keynote speakers, 25 education sessions, curated tours, an expo, spec academies, and the AIA Tri-State Design Awards—bringing together architects and design professionals from New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania to connect, learn, and celebrate the best of the profession. G2. Designing Secure Practices: Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Contractual Provisions, and Insurance Risks for Architects (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) Architects and design professionals increasingly rely on cloud platforms, BIM software, and digital tools to manage sensitive data, creating cybersecurity and privacy risks. A single incident can trigger liability claims, regulatory obligations, reputational harm, and insurance challenges. Yet many firms underestimate how contracts, insurance, and internal practices intersect during a breach. This program offers legal and insurance perspectives on cyber risk in architecture, examining liability exposure, risky contract provisions, and mitigation strategies. A cyber insurance expert will explain policy responses, coverage gaps, coordination with professional liability, and best practices for aligning insurance with contractual risk and protecting firms from evolving cyber threats. Learning Objectives: Identify key cybersecurity and data privacy risks faced by architecture firms and explain how these risks can impact professional liability and project outcomes. Analyze common contractual provisions to determine which clauses may increase exposure to cyber incidents and propose strategies to mitigate these risks. Evaluate the scope and limitations of cyber insurance policies, including coordination with professional liability coverage, to determine how a policy would respond in a breach scenario. Develop actionable risk management strategies by integrating legal, contractual, and insurance considerations to protect sensitive client and project data.