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McDermott Will & Schulte

Privacy & Data Security: Privacy

USA Guide 2026 : USA - Nationwide


McDermott Will & Schulte

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Privacy & Data Security: Privacy - USA - Nationwide


What the Team is Known For

McDermott Will & Schulte continues to display impressive strength in the healthcare sector. The firm is renowned for its excellent HIPAA practice, with a strong US base and key locations nationally to provide an expansive service. It also advises clients on privacy-related matters concerning M&A and other transactions, as well as advising clients on GDPR compliance, class actions and investigations by the FTC, OCR and FCC. The firm has additional expertise in cyber crises, e-commerce and internal investigations, and is called in to handle breaches and ransomware attacks affecting healthcare companies.

Work Highlights

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  • McDermott Will & Schulte represented Southern Illinois Hospital Services in a data breach putative class action related to a ransomware attack in December 2022.

Strengths

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  • They have a strong understanding of the legal landscape and the ability to advise on complex questions with practical and succinct analysis.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • The attorneys at McDermott Will & Schulte are extremely responsive and provide a high quality work product.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • McDermott displays extreme depth in global privacy laws.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • They are able to understand our risk tolerance on issues and recommend certain approaches accordingly.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • MWS's privacy team are incredibly knowledgeable and not only flag key issues but also explain them to an audience that includes non-lawyers in a manner that enables decision-makers to make effective risk-based decisions.

    Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Alexander Southwell
    Band 1Alexander Southwell

    Alexander Southwell

    Alexander Southwell represents clients on myriad privacy and data security matters, notably including cybersecurity. His practice is focused on contentious issues, class actions and regulatory investigations and frequently sees him representing household names in enforcement actions.

    • He anticipates issues before they arise, provides clear and pragmatic guidance, and tailors his advice to our business and risk posture.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
    • Alex brings a thoughtful, steady approach to complex privacy and cybersecurity matters, consistently delivering clear, actionable guidance that we can rely on.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • Band 2Ed Zacharias
    Band 2Ed Zacharias

    Ed Zacharias

    Ed Zacharias co-head of the firms digital health practice and the managing partner of McDermott’s Boston office. He is noted for his in-depth experience in guiding healthcare technology companies through incidents, investigations and compliance matters.

    • Ed is excellent at providing regulatory counsel in advance and assistance in responding.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • Band 3Daniel Gottlieb
    Band 3Daniel Gottlieb

    Daniel Gottlieb

    Daniel Gottlieb is a healthcare privacy specialist, advising businesses and investors in the sector on both general and healthcare-specific regulations.
    • Daniel is a whiz in the sector, he's a very highly thought of attorney.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • Band 3David Saunders
    Band 3David Saunders

    David Saunders

    David Saunders is commended for defending healthcare clients in class actions in both state and federal courts relating to ransomware attacks and data security incidents. He is also noted for advising his clients and guiding them through FTC and state AG investigations.

    • David can jump in and give timely advice on acute issues.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
    • David is very good on state privacy laws and provides really helpful advice in the healthcare privacy space.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • Band 4Elliot Golding
    Band 4Elliot Golding

    Elliot Golding

    Elliot Golding is adept at advising clients in sectors inclusive of automotive, health/life sciences and technology, on national and international data matters covering compliance, data transfers and governance and issues arising from new laws.

    • His knowledge, sophistication and commercial awareness allow me to trust him with highly sensitive and strategic matters.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
    • Elliot goes above and beyond on availability and service.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
    • Elliot's deep expertise in online tracking technologies is truly exceptional and was invaluable to us.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA
  • Band 5Michael Morgan
    Band 5Michael Morgan

    Michael Morgan

    Michael Morgan leads the firm's global privacy and cybersecurity practice group and is regarded highly for his work in compliance, incident response, cybersecurity and data breaches.

    • Michael is client service first and deals with incredibly difficult circumstances very well.

      Privacy & Data Security: Privacy respondentUSA

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