HaystackID® Recognized in 2025 Chambers Crisis & Risk Management Guide for Cyber Investigations and Global Advisory Excellence

HaystackID named a trusted advisor in cyber investigations and elevated in litigation support in the 2025 Chambers rankings

CHICAGO, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- HaystackID, a trusted partner focused on managing complex data and workflow challenges in legal, compliance, regulatory, and cybersecurity environments, has been recognized in the 2025 Chambers Crisis & Risk Management Guide published by Chambers USA. In its first year of inclusion in this guide, the firm earned a Band 3 ranking for its cyber investigation and advisory capabilities, underscoring its growing reputation as a trusted advisor to corporations and law firms navigating complex digital threats and risk events.

Produced by Chambers and Partners, the Crisis & Risk Management Guide is a globally respected reference used by general counsel, compliance leaders, and executive stakeholders to identify leading firms with specialized expertise in crisis response, risk mitigation, and advisory services. Rankings are informed by extensive independent research and interviews with clients and peers.

"Chambers' recognition affirms the high-value work our team delivers where legal obligations, regulatory requirements, and technological complexity converge," said Hal Brooks, Chief Executive Officer of HaystackID. "Whether it's responding to a data breach or advising on exposure issues, our professionals bring together legal insight and technical acumen to support effective decision-making in fast-moving situations."

Chambers researchers highlighted HaystackID's ability to deliver focused support across cyber incident response, ransomware recovery, and compliance investigations. The firm's blend of expert advisory services and advanced, AI-supported workflows enables it to deliver timely and defensible results during high-stakes engagements.

"Our investigative teams operate in the critical space where technical complexity meets legal accountability," said Michael Sarlo, Chief Innovation Officer and President of Global Investigations and Cyber Incident Response. "Whether managing multinational endpoint collections or advising on breach disclosures, our strength lies in delivering clarity, coordination, and defensibility under pressure. This recognition from Chambers affirms the precision of our approach and the confidence our clients place in our work."

"Cybersecurity incidents demand swift, coordinated responses that balance technical containment with legal defensibility," said Anya Korolyov, Vice President of Cyber Incident Response at HaystackID. "Our cyber incident response teams are designed to address the full lifecycle of digital threats—from detection and triage to forensic investigation and disclosure guidance. HaystackID's inclusion in the 2025 Guide highlights the precision and professionalism our experts bring to every engagement, helping clients protect their operations, reputation, and regulatory posture during times of crisis."

In addition to its recognition in the Crisis & Risk Management Guide, HaystackID was also ranked for the eighth consecutive year in the 2025 Chambers Litigation Support Guide, advancing to Band 2 for its eDiscovery litigation support capabilities. Chambers cited the firm's technical expertise, client responsiveness, and ability to manage complex review, data analysis, and legal workflows across matters of scale.

The guide also honored Ashish Prasad, Vice President and General Counsel at HaystackID, with a Band 1 individual ranking. Prasad was recognized for his depth of knowledge, practical judgment, and trusted advisory approach—placing him among the top professionals in the United States featured in the guide.

"Chambers' recognition reflects the trust clients place in us and the consistency with which we deliver across every matter," said Adam Rubinger, Chief Client Experience Officer at HaystackID. "Clients need partners who listen, adapt, and execute with precision and care. We've built our client engagement model around those expectations, combining high-touch service with operational strength to help clients navigate their most pressing challenges."

Chambers and Partners uses a banded ranking system—Band 1 being the highest—based on in-depth research, peer and client interviews, and verified achievements. Rankings in the Crisis & Risk Management Guide and Litigation Support Guide reflect a firm's proven ability to deliver results in high-stakes, high-complexity scenarios, where legal, technical, and regulatory demands converge.

About HaystackID®

HaystackID® solves complex data challenges related to legal, compliance, regulatory, and cyber requirements. Core offerings include Global Advisory, Cybersecurity, Core Intelligence AI™, and ReviewRight® Global Managed Review, supported by its unified CoreFlex™ service interface. Recognized globally by industry leaders, including Chambers, Gartner, IDC, and Legaltech News, HaystackID helps corporations and legal practices manage data gravity, where information demands action, and workflow gravity, where critical requirements demand coordinated expertise, delivering innovative solutions with a continual focus on security, privacy, and integrity. Learn more at HaystackID.com.

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