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Gould & Ratner LLP

Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Equity Partner

Hybrid

Chicago, United states

Full Time

08-02-2026

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Skills

Communication Leadership Time Management business development

Job Specifications

Gould & Ratner LLP is seeking Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Equity Partner to join its Corporate Practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who is interested in expanding their business, stepping into meaningful client relationships, taking on a leadership role and being part of the Firm's overall succession plan.

This role allows a flexible work schedule with a hybrid remote/in-office presence.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal and communication skills. The ideal candidate will have the confidence and demeanor to interact and build relationships with the Firm's current clients, as well as the drive and ability to develop additional client relationships and business
Exceptional leadership skills - this attorney must have the ability and desire to step into a managerial position and lead an intellectual property practice with minimal oversight
Strong organizational and time management skills. The ideal candidate will be able to efficiently manage multiple matters at a time and produce exceptional work product under tight deadlines
Candidates must be currently licensed in Illinois or licensed in another state with a UBE score that qualifies in Illinois for comity, be eligible to waive in, or be willing to sit for an upcoming IL bar exam (open to relocation candidates that meet these requirements).
Portable book of business required

Benefits

Opportunity to step into meaningful client relationships and be a key component of the Firm's succession plan
Emphasis on professional and business development
Low turnover, collegial and collaborative environment
Healthcare (medical, vision, dental), life and long-term disability insurance
Competitive compensation, benefits package including 401k and profit sharing
Paid primary and secondary caregiver leave
Pre-tax commuter benefits and wellness programs (e.g., in-office gym and massages; 24/7 tele-medicine)
Hybrid in-office/remote role

About the Company

For more than 80 years, Gould & Ratner LLP has provided comprehensive legal counsel and business advice to Fortune 500 corporations, closely-held businesses, financial institutions and entrepreneurs, as well as families and their businesses in litigation, real estate, construction, corporate, tax, estate and succession planning, intellectual property, human resources and employment, environmental, policyholder insurance coverage, cryptocurrency and bitcoin and related specialty fields. Know more