Jacqueline N. Goralczyk
Partner | Corporate
jacqueline.goralczyk@pierferd.com
+1.518.569.8199 cell
+1.518.665.1294 office
New York
About
Jacki acts as data breach counsel for organizations across all industries. Jacki serves as a trusted advisor to businesses, helping them navigate the complexities of cyber incidents from initial intrusion through notification and recovery. She works hand in hand with organizations of all sizes to improve data security both pre incident and post recovery to help minimize risk and improve recovery outcomes. Her experience in incident response has made her an asset to Mergers and Acquisitions teams, helping them spot potential cybersecurity and data privacy risks both prior to sale and as part of acquisition due diligence.
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Cyber-Risk & Data Breach
She works with incident response vendors including IT, forensics, e-discovery, internal and external counsel, public relations and breach notification vendors to guide clients from initial intrusion through required notifications and post-incident recovery.
Mergers and Acquisitions
Jacki has extensive experience working with Mergers and Acquisitions teams advising on cybersecurity and data privacy, due diligence and preparing clients for both purchase and sale of businesses. She works closely with both M&A counsel and technology and risk management teams to advise clients on short term and long-term risk associated with cybersecurity hygiene and data privacy compliance.
General Counsel & Privacy Counsel
In addition to her specialized roles, Jacki acts as outside general counsel and privacy counsel for small and mid-sized businesses. She provides strategic advice on corporate affairs, contract negotiations, governance, and privacy matters, ensuring robust compliance and effective management of internal legal issues. Jacki has successfully spearheaded the launch of multiple startups throughout her career, leveraging this hands-on experience to offer valuable insights and strategic guidance to businesses. Her deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities involved in starting and scaling companies equips her to provide nuanced advice tailored to the unique needs of each business.
Practices
Banking and Financial Services
Cyber-Risk, Privacy, and Data Security
Emerging Companies
Global Media, Entertainment & Sports
FinTech and Blockchain
Insurance
Mergers and Acquisitions
Privacy and Data Security
Private Client Services
Private Equity and Venture Capital
Technology
Admissions
New York
Education
Albany Law School, LLM Cybersecurity and Data Privacy, 2017
Albany Law School, Juris Doctor, 2015
Plattsburgh State University, B.A. Criminal Justice and Sociology, 2004
Certifications
Certified Information Privacy Manager (CIPM) – International Association of Privacy Professionals
Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States (CIPP/US) - International Association of Privacy Professionals
Experience
DeAngelus Goralczyk, PLLC
Ianniello Anderson, P.C.
Presentations and Teaching Experience
Albany Law School, Adjunct Instructor Cybersecurity and Data Privacy, 2018-2020
“10 on Tech” – NY Mortgage Bankers Association – Monthly Webinar
“Cybersecurity Challenges In A Changing World” – American Legal and Financial Network “answers” Conference – 2024
“Data Security and Best Practices to Protect Consumer Information” – Mortgage Bankers Association Legal Issues and Regulatory Compliance Conference – 2024
“Everything AI” – Adirondack Regional Chamber of Commerce - 2024
“Cybersecurity in the Financial Services Industry” – NY Mortgage Bankers Associations Annual Conference – 2023
“Cybersecurity Update” – Federation of Bar Associations, 4th Judicial District – 2023
“Cybersecurity Update” – SUNY User Group - 2023