Caitlin Vanderkarr, Associate at our Phoenix law office
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Caitlin Vanderkarr

Associate
Biography

Caitlin is a seasoned attorney focusing her practice in corporate and securities law, data privacy, strategic corporate advice, and regulatory compliance. She provides guidance to corporate clients, helping them navigate the complexities of corporate governance, risk management, and  the interplay between legal compliance, litigation, and operational continuity.

Data Privacy and Cybersecurity

Caitlin offers data privacy experience, assisting clients with the development of data protection policies, responding to public records requests, ensuring data security, and addressing marketing compliance concerns. She also provides strategic advice on mitigating reputational risks and compliance with regulations such as HIPAA and CCPA.

Gaming, Sports, and Entertainment

Caitlin brings a wealth of regulatory knowledge to clients in the gaming, sports betting, fantasy sports, boxing and mixed martial arts, and horseracing sectors. Her experience spans strategic legal advice, risk management, litigation strategies, and contract negotiation to support business objectives and policy decisions.  She also advises on key regulatory matters related to HISA, IGRA, and UIGEA.

Real Estate

Caitlin is familiar with residential real estate transactions, guiding clients through the entire purchase process — from negotiating the purchase agreement to closing documents.

Environmental and Healthcare

Caitlin has a firm understanding of Arizona’s environmental regulations, including matters related to Underground Storage Tanks (USTs), biohazardous medical waste, and hazardous waste, informed by her regulatory work for the State. Additionally, she has a comprehensive understanding of the health risks associated with the healthcare industry and provides counsel to address these unique challenges.

Credentials

Bar Admissions

  • Arizona


Court Admissions

  • Supreme Court of Arizona


Education

  • Michigan State University College of Law (J.D., summa cum laude)
  • Arizona State University (M.Ed., Mathematics)
  • University of Michigan (B.A., Women’s Studies)
Experience

Previous Professional Experience

  • Arizona Department of Gaming, General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer
  • Arizona Department of Environmental Quality, Legal Analyst & Rule Writer, Waste Programs Division
  • Caitlin Caputo Law, Owner & Attorney
  • Capital Title Insurance Agency, Transaction Coordinator
  • Eric J Mead, Legal Clerk
  • N.S.F. Capital Jury Project, Research Assistant to Professors Grosso and O’Brien at MSU College of Law
  • Tolleson Union High School, Teacher

Professional Memberships and Activities

  • Arizona Women Lawyers Association
    • Steering Committee Member (2018-2020)
    • Professional Development Committee, Co-Chair (2019-2020)
  • Maricopa County Bar Association
    • Estate Planning, Probate, and Trust Section (2019-2020)
      • Executive Board Member
    • Environment and Natural Resources Section
      • Board Member (2021)