Carrington Coleman adds two attorneys from closed Hosch & Morris to bolster AI and data privacy practice

Dallas firm Carrington Coleman hired Kate Morris and Russ Pearlman, both formerly of the closed Hosch & Morris, to expand its AI and data law practice. The two specialize in AI governance, data privacy, and cybersecurity.

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Published on: Apr 19, 2026
Carrington Coleman adds two attorneys from closed Hosch & Morris to bolster AI and data privacy practice

Carrington Coleman Adds AI and Data Law Specialists

Carrington Coleman has hired Kate Morris and Russ Pearlman, two attorneys from the recently closed Hosch & Morris, to strengthen its technology and AI legal practice in Dallas. The move reflects growing client demand for specialized counsel on AI governance, data privacy, and cybersecurity matters.

Morris brings experience advising clients on regulatory issues tied to sensitive data-personal, financial, healthcare, and proprietary information. She holds multiple certifications in privacy law and has built a reputation in data privacy and AI work.

Pearlman focuses on AI governance, cybersecurity, and technology transactions across professional services, media, and technology sectors. He also serves as Chief Information Officer at Dallas College, where he leads enterprise technology strategy and oversees AI policy development.

Monica Latin, managing partner at Carrington Coleman, said the hires strengthen the firm's ability to help clients navigate "rapidly evolving issues in AI governance, privacy, cybersecurity, and technology transactions."

Morris said in a statement: "The circumstances are bittersweet, but we look forward to our next chapter, practicing with the exceptional attorneys and leadership of Carrington Coleman."

For legal professionals seeking to deepen their expertise in this area, resources like AI for Legal and the AI Learning Path for Paralegals cover tools and frameworks used in contract analysis, document review, and compliance automation-core competencies in modern legal practice.


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