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Nathan W. "Nate"
Steed

  • Partner
nsteed@wnj.com
Grand Rapids
T 616.752.2723
M 616.818.8737
F 616.752.2500

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There are not many fully immersed information technology attorneys, and this is all I do. The volume and intensity of my work in this area are a great benefit to clients because they can trust both my experience and the efficiency with which I deliver solutions.

Nate Steed counsels a variety of organizations in technology and data privacy and information security law, and related contracts. His strengths also include the acquisition, use and audit of software and hardware and the internet of things. Having a diverse client portfolio has provided Nate with a unique perspective and exposure to a wide range of software vendors offering cutting-edge applications.

Nate handles all of our software and professional services contract work. We have valued his insights, approach and advice for the past several years. He is responsive, practical, highly effective and easy to work with. Contract negotiations can sometimes be difficult and contentious. Nate has never failed to find solutions that protect our interests while satisfying the opposing party’s needs.

— President, Industrial ERO/IoT Software Consulting Company

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  • Serves as outside IT counsel for Corewell Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in West Michigan, for all technology-related transactions, including the licensing of its clinical, human resources and informatics systems.
  • Represents the Michigan Health Information Network Shared Services (MiHIN), the state-designated health information exchange (HIE) for Michigan, in licensing software and services with sub-state HIEs and third-party vendors.
  • Assisted major automobile research division in sublicensing social media technology for use in cockpit electronic display.
  • Assisted Internet start-ups in web site and software development agreements, terms of use and mobile application development.
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  • Serves as outside IT counsel for Corewell Health, the largest not-for-profit health care system in West Michigan, for all technology-related transactions, including the licensing of its clinical, human resources and informatics systems.
  • Represents the Michigan Health Information Network Shared Services (MiHIN), the state-designated health information exchange (HIE) for Michigan, in licensing software and services with sub-state HIEs and third-party vendors.
  • Assisted major automobile research division in sublicensing social media technology for use in cockpit electronic display.
  • Assisted Internet start-ups in web site and software development agreements, terms of use and mobile application development.
  • Advises clients on data incident response plans.
  • Advises health care providers in issues related to health record privacy and accessibility, both under state law and HIPAA.
  • Counsels clients regarding software audits initiated by the Business Software Alliance (BSA), Microsoft, Adobe and other major vendors.
  • “Incident Response — How, When and What to Disclose,” Grand Rapids IT Symposium, June 26, 2024
  • “Traverse Connect Economic Strategy Session I: The 360 Degrees of Cybersecurity,” March 20, 2024
  • “Law Shanty On the Road,” Warner 2023 HR Seminar, May 16, 2023, Grand Rapids, Michigan
  • “Preparing for and Responding to Data Security Incidents,” Webinar, State Bar of Michigan Health Care Law Section, March 22, 2023
  • “Webinar — Wire Transfer Fraud: Preventing and Mitigating this Rising Threat,” December 6, 2022
  • “Why Manufacturers are High Risk for Cyberattacks: Are Your Incident Response Plans Up to Date?,” Strategies for Navigating Manufacturing Disruptors, November 29, 2022, Spring Lake, Michigan
  • “Legal Update on State Privacy Laws and What You Need To Do Now,” Warner Privacy Webinar, May 12, 2022
  • “Ransomware” and “Data Breach Risk,” Back to School–Preparing for Legal Challenges in Higher Education Warner Webinar, July 28, 2021
  • “The Biden Administration and Legal Impacts in the Workplace,” ACC Michigan Virtual Program, May 13, 2021
  • “Considerations for Remote Employees,” Warner Webinar, November 17, 2020
  • “Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Challenges for Employers Resulting from COVID-19,” Warner Webinar, May 28, 2020
  • “Smart Contracts & Blockchain: Legal Aspects and Patent Issues Related to the Technology,” 2019 West Michigan Spring Symposium, Grand Rapids, May 22, 2019
  • “Contracting for Your Data Privacy and Security Needs,” Industry 4.0 Security in a Tech and Data-Driven Age, Grand Rapids, Michigan, May 10, 2019
  • “Complying with the CCPA,” and “Cybersecurity & Privacy: Lessons Learned from Data Breaches,” Data Solutions Symposium – Spring 2019, Grand Rapids, Michigan, April 17, 2019, and Novi, Michigan, April 23, 2019
  • “Cloud Agreements: Do’s, Don’ts, and Gotchas,” Bankers Education Summit and Trade Show, Michigan Bankers Association, Traverse City, Michigan, April 10-12, 2019
  • “Cybersecurity Vendor Relationships and Protecting Your Institution from a Breach,” Legal Trends and Challenges for Higher Educational Institutions Webinar, November 29, 2018
  • “General Data Protection Regulation Panel,” Data Solutions Spring Symposium, April 18, 2018, Troy, Michigan
  • “Cybersecurity,” Food Marketing Conference, March 20, 2018, Grand Rapids, Michigan
  • “When It Hits the Fan,” Michigan Bankers Association IT Symposium, February 15, 2018, Grand Rapids, Michigan
  • “Common IS Contracts Mistakes,” GVSU Executive MBA Course, January 19, 2018, Allendale, Michigan
  • “When It Rains, It Pours: How Data Breaches Can Get You Sued, and What to Do About It,”The Automotive Supplier’s Legal Guide to 2018: Buckle Up and Get Ready for Rapid Change, February 7, 2018, Troy, Michigan
  • “The Care and Feeding of Electronic Health Records,” Healthcare Professional Graduate Student Alliance, Grand Valley State University, October 3, 2017, Allendale, Michigan
  • “When It Hits the Fan: Service Level Agreements, Data Breach and Disaster Recovery. Understanding your rights when things go wrong,” Indiana IT Symposium, September 13, 2017, Indianapolis, Indiana
  • “Legal Issues Emerging from the Internet of Things” and “Protecting Yourself Legally and Responding to a Ransomware Attack,” Data Solutions Spring Symposium, March 14, 2017, Grand Rapids, Michigan, and April 26, 2017, Novi, Michigan
  • “Cybersecurity – What it Means for Auto Suppliers and Implications for IP Protection,” Navigating the Intersection of Today’s Automotive IP and IT, OESA seminar, September 27, 2016, Troy, Michigan
  • “Cloud Agreement Dos, Don’ts and Cautions,” Seattle Technology Leadership Summit, Seattle, Washington, May 18, 2016
  • “Legal Issues Emerging from the Internet of Things,” 5th Annual ITMA Grand Rapids Symposium, May 12, 2016, Grand Rapids, Michigan
  • “Cybersecurity in the SaaS Era,” CCO Roundtable, Detroit, Michigan, May 11, 2016
  • Cloud Agreements – Dos, Don’ts and Gotchas, Saginaw, Michigan, May 4, 2016
  • “Privacy & Security,” The GLHC 2016 Summit Series, Lansing, Michigan, May 22, 2016
  • “Data Protection in the Cloud Era,” Colorado IT Symposium, Denver, Colorado, April 20, 2016
  • “Who’s Responsible: A Data Breach Case Study,” and “Privacy and Security Update,” Data Solutions Spring Symposium, Grand Rapids, Michigan, March 11, 2016, and Novi, Michigan, April 22, 2016
  • “Contracting for Information Security,” ACC-CLO, Grand Rapids, Michigan, January 2016
  • “Contracting for Privacy and Security,” Data Solutions Fall Symposium, Grand Rapids, Michigan, October 23, 2015
  • “Untangling the Web of Software Licensing,” Automotive Suppliers Intellectual Property Symposium, Grand Rapids, Michigan, September 3, 2015
  • Data Solutions Symposium, Warner Seminar, Southfield, Michigan, June 24, 2015
  • “Untangling the Web of Software Licensing,” IP Insights for a New Era of Innovation, Novi, Michigan, June 3, 2015
  • “Dealing With Data Security,” Warner HR Seminar, Grand Rapids, Michigan, April 20, 2015
  • West Michigan American Records Management Association (ARMS) Spring Seminar, Grand Rapids, Michigan, April 16, 2015
  • Data Solutions Symposium, Warner Seminar, Grand Rapids, Michigan, March 20, 2015
  • Reviewing Software Licensing Contracts Webinar, 8/13/2013

watch my videos

      • Contributor and reviewer ofThe HITECH Business Associate Contract Bible: Provisions for Covered Entities, Business Associates and Subcontractors, published by the American Bar Association Health Law Section, June, 2013
      • Contributor and reviewer ofThe HITECH Business Associate Contract Bible: Provisions for Covered Entities, Business Associates and Subcontractors, published by the American Bar Association Health Law Section, June, 2013
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      Nathan W. "Nate"
      Steed

      • Partner
      nsteed@wnj.com
      Grand Rapids
      T 616.752.2723
      M 616.818.8737
      F 616.752.2500

      My admin

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      There are not many fully immersed information technology attorneys, and this is all I do. The volume and intensity of my work in this area are a great benefit to clients because they can trust both my experience and the efficiency with which I deliver solutions.

      Nate Steed counsels a variety of organizations in technology and data privacy and information security law, and related contracts. His strengths also include the acquisition, use and audit of software and hardware and the internet of things. Having a diverse client portfolio has provided Nate with a unique perspective and exposure to a wide range of software vendors offering cutting-edge applications.

      Nate handles all of our software and professional services contract work. We have valued his insights, approach and advice for the past several years. He is responsive, practical, highly effective and easy to work with. Contract negotiations can sometimes be difficult and contentious. Nate has never failed to find solutions that protect our interests while satisfying the opposing party’s needs.

      — President, Industrial ERO/IoT Software Consulting Company

      industries

      practices

      • “Incident Response — How, When and What to Disclose,” Grand Rapids IT Symposium, June 26, 2024
      • “Traverse Connect Economic Strategy Session I: The 360 Degrees of Cybersecurity,” March 20, 2024
      • “Law Shanty On the Road,” Warner 2023 HR Seminar, May 16, 2023, Grand Rapids, Michigan
      • “Preparing for and Responding to Data Security Incidents,” Webinar, State Bar of Michigan Health Care Law Section, March 22, 2023
      • “Webinar — Wire Transfer Fraud: Preventing and Mitigating this Rising Threat,” December 6, 2022
      • “Why Manufacturers are High Risk for Cyberattacks: Are Your Incident Response Plans Up to Date?,” Strategies for Navigating Manufacturing Disruptors, November 29, 2022, Spring Lake, Michigan
      • “Legal Update on State Privacy Laws and What You Need To Do Now,” Warner Privacy Webinar, May 12, 2022
      • “Ransomware” and “Data Breach Risk,” Back to School–Preparing for Legal Challenges in Higher Education Warner Webinar, July 28, 2021
      • “The Biden Administration and Legal Impacts in the Workplace,” ACC Michigan Virtual Program, May 13, 2021
      • “Considerations for Remote Employees,” Warner Webinar, November 17, 2020
      • “Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Challenges for Employers Resulting from COVID-19,” Warner Webinar, May 28, 2020
      • “Smart Contracts & Blockchain: Legal Aspects and Patent Issues Related to the Technology,” 2019 West Michigan Spring Symposium, Grand Rapids, May 22, 2019
      • “Contracting for Your Data Privacy and Security Needs,” Industry 4.0 Security in a Tech and Data-Driven Age, Grand Rapids, Michigan, May 10, 2019
      • “Complying with the CCPA,” and “Cybersecurity & Privacy: Lessons Learned from Data Breaches,” Data Solutions Symposium – Spring 2019, Grand Rapids, Michigan, April 17, 2019, and Novi, Michigan, April 23, 2019
      • “Cloud Agreements: Do’s, Don’ts, and Gotchas,” Bankers Education Summit and Trade Show, Michigan Bankers Association, Traverse City, Michigan, April 10-12, 2019
      • “Cybersecurity Vendor Relationships and Protecting Your Institution from a Breach,” Legal Trends and Challenges for Higher Educational Institutions Webinar, November 29, 2018
      • “General Data Protection Regulation Panel,” Data Solutions Spring Symposium, April 18, 2018, Troy, Michigan
      • “Cybersecurity,” Food Marketing Conference, March 20, 2018, Grand Rapids, Michigan
      • “When It Hits the Fan,” Michigan Bankers Association IT Symposium, February 15, 2018, Grand Rapids, Michigan
      • “Common IS Contracts Mistakes,” GVSU Executive MBA Course, January 19, 2018, Allendale, Michigan
      • “When It Rains, It Pours: How Data Breaches Can Get You Sued, and What to Do About It,”The Automotive Supplier’s Legal Guide to 2018: Buckle Up and Get Ready for Rapid Change, February 7, 2018, Troy, Michigan
      • “The Care and Feeding of Electronic Health Records,” Healthcare Professional Graduate Student Alliance, Grand Valley State University, October 3, 2017, Allendale, Michigan
      • “When It Hits the Fan: Service Level Agreements, Data Breach and Disaster Recovery. Understanding your rights when things go wrong,” Indiana IT Symposium, September 13, 2017, Indianapolis, Indiana
      • “Legal Issues Emerging from the Internet of Things” and “Protecting Yourself Legally and Responding to a Ransomware Attack,” Data Solutions Spring Symposium, March 14, 2017, Grand Rapids, Michigan, and April 26, 2017, Novi, Michigan
      • “Cybersecurity – What it Means for Auto Suppliers and Implications for IP Protection,” Navigating the Intersection of Today’s Automotive IP and IT, OESA seminar, September 27, 2016, Troy, Michigan
      • “Cloud Agreement Dos, Don’ts and Cautions,” Seattle Technology Leadership Summit, Seattle, Washington, May 18, 2016
      • “Legal Issues Emerging from the Internet of Things,” 5th Annual ITMA Grand Rapids Symposium, May 12, 2016, Grand Rapids, Michigan
      • “Cybersecurity in the SaaS Era,” CCO Roundtable, Detroit, Michigan, May 11, 2016
      • Cloud Agreements – Dos, Don’ts and Gotchas, Saginaw, Michigan, May 4, 2016
      • “Privacy & Security,” The GLHC 2016 Summit Series, Lansing, Michigan, May 22, 2016
      • “Data Protection in the Cloud Era,” Colorado IT Symposium, Denver, Colorado, April 20, 2016
      • “Who’s Responsible: A Data Breach Case Study,” and “Privacy and Security Update,” Data Solutions Spring Symposium, Grand Rapids, Michigan, March 11, 2016, and Novi, Michigan, April 22, 2016
      • “Contracting for Information Security,” ACC-CLO, Grand Rapids, Michigan, January 2016
      • “Contracting for Privacy and Security,” Data Solutions Fall Symposium, Grand Rapids, Michigan, October 23, 2015
      • “Untangling the Web of Software Licensing,” Automotive Suppliers Intellectual Property Symposium, Grand Rapids, Michigan, September 3, 2015
      • Data Solutions Symposium, Warner Seminar, Southfield, Michigan, June 24, 2015
      • “Untangling the Web of Software Licensing,” IP Insights for a New Era of Innovation, Novi, Michigan, June 3, 2015
      • “Dealing With Data Security,” Warner HR Seminar, Grand Rapids, Michigan, April 20, 2015
      • West Michigan American Records Management Association (ARMS) Spring Seminar, Grand Rapids, Michigan, April 16, 2015
      • Data Solutions Symposium, Warner Seminar, Grand Rapids, Michigan, March 20, 2015
      • Reviewing Software Licensing Contracts Webinar, 8/13/2013

      watch my videos

          • Contributor and reviewer ofThe HITECH Business Associate Contract Bible: Provisions for Covered Entities, Business Associates and Subcontractors, published by the American Bar Association Health Law Section, June, 2013
          • Contributor and reviewer ofThe HITECH Business Associate Contract Bible: Provisions for Covered Entities, Business Associates and Subcontractors, published by the American Bar Association Health Law Section, June, 2013