Firm News

September 16, 2026
David Scriven-Young Authors ABA Litigation Journal Article on Preserving Testimony of Critically Ill Witnesses
Gould & Ratner Partner David Scriven-Young authored an article for the Summer 2026 issue of the American Bar Association’s Litigation Journal examining how litigators can preserve critical testimony when a witness may be unable to testify at trial. In “Dealing with a Critically Ill Witness,” David explores the procedural and evidentiary considerations attorneys should evaluate when a witness’s health […]
September 11, 2026
Gould & Ratner Named a Best Place to Work in Chicago by Crain’s Chicago Business
Gould & Ratner is proud to announce that we have been named one of the 2026 “Best Places to Work” by Crain’s Chicago Business, recognizing the firm’s commitment to creating a workplace where attorneys and professional staff can build rewarding, long-term careers. The honor reflects the culture Gould & Ratner has built around collaboration and […]
August 25, 2026
Linsey Cohen Talks With Law.com About the Value of Business Knowledge for Lawyers
Managing Partner Linsey Cohen recently spoke with Law.com about the growing importance of business knowledge for lawyers and how understanding clients’ businesses can help attorneys provide more effective counsel. The article, “Northwestern Law Programs Reflect Demand for Lawyers With Business Knowledge,” examines new dual-degree programs from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law and the Kellogg School of Management that […]
August 20, 2026
Nine Gould & Ratner Lawyers Recognized in the 2027 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®
Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review. To learn more about the recognition’s methodology, visit here.
August 17, 2026
Robert Chidester Named a 2026 Notable Leader in Law by Crain’s Chicago
As a Managing Partner, Robert has played a central role in Gould & Ratner’s growth strategy, including helping launch and expand the firm’s Denver office, which opened in 2024. Before becoming Managing Partner, Robert served for three years as Chair of the firm’s Corporate Practice.