Hi, I'm Hilary Ware - Head of Privacy & Online Safety, Apple
I thrive on building and leading global legal teams to tackle complex challenges in privacy and online safety. My passion lies in navigating evolving digital landscapes with creative, collaborative, and inclusive strategies, making a tangible impact.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Managed complex litigation and legal risk at Google and Discord.
Leads global privacy and online safety initiatives with a pragmatic approach.
Can help others by providing strategic legal guidance and leadership insights.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Litigation Expertise
Began career in litigation, building core legal skills at Heller Ehrman and Google.
✦ Litigation
✦ Civil Litigation
✦ Commercial Litigation
High-Growth Tech Counsel
Transitioned to in-house roles at tech giants, managing complex legal matters.
✦ VP & Deputy General Counsel
✦ Privacy Law
✦ Intellectual Property
Strategic Advisory and Leadership
Currently serving on business leadership councils and as a fellow, focusing on broader strategic impact.
✦ Non-profit Board Leadership
✦ Executive Advisory
✦ Board level experience
💪🏻 Superpowers
Global Legal Risk Navigator
Expert in managing high-stakes legal challenges and regulatory landscapes.
✦ Proven ability to strategically manage critical legal risk areas.
✦ Experienced in representing companies before regulatory bodies.
✦ Develops pragmatic and creative solutions for complex issues.
Inclusive Team Architect
Dedicated to building and leading diverse, equitable, and valued global legal teams.
✦ Intentional focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion in team building.
✦ Skilled in fostering collaborative and engaging team environments.
✦ Proven leader of high-performing, diverse legal departments.
Privacy and Online Safety Champion
Leading global initiatives in privacy and online safety with a forward-thinking approach.
✦ At the forefront of global privacy and online safety leadership.
✦ Combines legal acumen with a creative, collaborative problem-solving style.
✦ Navigates evolving digital landscapes and their associated risks.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring new leadership challenges at the intersection of technology and societal impact.
✦ Connecting with innovators and strategic thinkers to drive positive change.
✦ Seeking opportunities to shape the future of online safety and digital trust.
I can help with
✦ Provide strategic legal guidance on privacy and online safety initiatives.
✦ Offer leadership insights for building and scaling high-performing legal teams.
✦ Advise on navigating complex regulatory environments and risk management.
I would love your help on
✦ Insights into emerging trends in AI governance and ethical tech development.
✦ Connections with leaders focused on child safety and digital well-being.
✦ Partnerships for initiatives that promote responsible technology adoption.