Andrea A. Jacobs

AI Legal Advisor, Ministry of Legal Affairs, Antigua and Barbuda

Andrea A. Jacobs is a distinguished legal professional with over 11 years of experience in the legal arena. Armed with an LL.M. in Banking and Finance from Queen Mary University and another LL.M. in Environment and Energy Law from Georgetown Law University, she possesses a unique blend of expertise in both financial and environmental sectors.

Throughout her career, Andrea has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to excellence and a profound understanding of complex legal matters. Her extensive experience encompasses many areas, including banking regulations, FinTech, financial transactions, artificial intelligence law and policy, data privacy law, environmental law, and energy policies.

Andrea is recognized as a leading authority in emerging fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Digital Currency, and Privacy Law in the Caribbean. Her in-depth knowledge and insights into these rapidly evolving domains have positioned her as a trusted advisor to clients navigating the intricate legal landscape of technology and finance.

In addition to her practice within the Attorney General’s Chambers, she contributes to advancing legal scholarship and policymaking as a respected member of the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI), where she serves as an expert in her field. Her contributions to the GPAI underscore her dedication to shaping ethical and regulatory frameworks that promote innovation while safeguarding privacy and security in the digital age.

Combining her legal acumen, academic achievements, and commitment to serving the interests of the community at large, she stands as a formidable advocate and thought leader in the legal profession. Whether advising multinational corporations, financial institutions, or technology startups, she consistently delivers strategic counsel and innovative solutions tailored to the challenges of today’s dynamic legal landscape.