Laila Paszti is a technology transactions and privacy partner at Polsinelli, advising global technology, mobility, and life sciences companies on complex commercial agreements, AI governance, and data strategy. She has led high-profile M&A and licensing deals across healthcare, connected vehicles, and satellites, with a focus on AI-driven innovation, data sharing, and compliance frameworks. She has also guided clients in applying AI to enhance operational efficiency, improve driver safety, and optimize vehicle maintenance through predictive analytics and real-time data analysis.

An engineer with a master’s degree in machine learning, Laila built AI systems in the oil and gas industry before becoming a lawyer. Drawing on her dual background, she helps Fortune 500s, private equity sponsors, and high-growth startups design and deploy responsible AI and data practices that drive business growth while meeting regulatory demands. She is a frequent speaker on AI regulation, data governance, and technology risk, and has contributed to international standards-setting for responsible AI.