Cyber, Privacy, and Data Innovation Litigation Counsel or Senior Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Counsel or Senior Associate to join its cyber, privacy, and data innovation team. This role involves handling complex litigation, including class actions, across a diverse client base in industries such as technology, finance, life sciences, and energy. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, a proactive thinker, and possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.

Location

• Seattle, WA

Duties

• Manage sophisticated litigation cases focused on cyber, privacy, and data innovation.
• Oversee all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, client interactions, and court appearances.
• Collaborate with the firm’s eDiscovery, Analytics, and Litigation Support teams to develop and execute case strategies.
• Handle mediations, present oral arguments, and pursue case resolutions.
• Conduct in-depth legal research, draft detailed legal documents, and provide strategic legal counsel to clients.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of experience in complex civil litigation, with a focus on cyber, data, or privacy law.
• Strong academic background and a proven track record in legal research and writing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Active membership in the State Bar of the desired office location.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of the desired office location.

Skills

• Advanced analytical, research, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency with legal research tools and standard office software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $420,000 to $470,000, with eligibility for annual discretionary merit bonuses based on individual and firm performance.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Mental well-being support and family care benefits, including child, elder, and pet care options.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage, health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and long-term care insurance.
• 401K retirement plan, flexible time off, generous parental leave, and paid holidays.
• Commitment to equal employment opportunities, with a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

This international law firm was founded over 50 years ago to handle cases involving arbitration, commercial litigation, and investigations. Their areas of practice include banking and finance, corporate, capital markets, antitrust and competition, energy, tax, supreme court and appellate, and many more. Their offices are located all across the world, with their headquarters in San Francisco, CA.