December 19, 2025 – International law firm McDermott Will & Schulte has been ranked Number 10 in the Lexology Data 100: Global Elite 2026, which recognizes the world’s leading data law firms. McDermott climbed seven places in the overall Global Elite rankings, and was also ranked Number 7 among the top firms for data protection advisory work, improving by two positions. These results and improvements represent a tremendous achievement and are a testament to the firm’s market-leading position in sophisticated data, privacy, and cybersecurity work.

In addition to the firm’s Global Elite recognition, the following McDermott lawyers were individually noted – Rosa Barcelo, Jiayan Chen, Elliot Golding, Shawn Helms, Alexander Kim, Kelly Koscuiszka, Michael Morgan, Romain Perray, Stephen Reynolds, David Saunders, Sam Siegfried, and Alex Southwell.

Clients turn to McDermott’s data, privacy & cybersecurity team for risk-based insights grounded in commercially focused advice and deep regulatory experience. The team provides guidance across the full lifecycle of data-related matters. This includes global privacy and cybersecurity compliance, incident response, governance, and strategic planning. With multidisciplinary experience, including former government officials, engineers, and cybercrime prosecutors, McDermott helps clients manage evolving regulatory requirements, mitigate risk, and address complex data and cybersecurity challenges.

About Lexology Data 100

Lexology Data 100 dentifies and profiles the world’s best data law firms. The Lexology Data 100, formerly known as the GDR 100, is the only global ranking that captures the capabilities, track record and market reputation of the leading firms in the field.

Leading organizations turn to global law firm McDermott Will & Schulte for a better way to address legal challenges, connect with those at the forefront, and drive stronger outcomes. Working across more than 20 offices globally, our 1,750+ lawyers act on data-driven insights, deep relationships, and unmatched industry experience to deliver on our commitment of Always Better.