Data Privacy & Compliance Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a skilled Data Privacy & Compliance Associate Attorney to join its team. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge privacy laws and regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and CPRA, providing strategic legal counsel in an evolving field. The position is based in Florence, KY, with a hybrid work arrangement. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with 2-5 years of experience who excels in transactional law, particularly in privacy and data security.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel on privacy and data protection matters, including GDPR, CCPA, CPRA, and other relevant laws.
• Draft, review, and negotiate privacy and data security provisions in a wide range of contracts and agreements.
• Advise clients on compliance strategies, risk mitigation, and best practices for data privacy.
• Manage multiple client matters simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of legal services in a fast-paced environment.
• Conduct legal research and stay up-to-date with the latest developments in privacy law and regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including legal, IT, and compliance departments, to address privacy concerns.
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise reports and legal documents, effectively communicating complex issues to clients.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in privacy and data protection law, with a focus on transactional work.
• Proven expertise in drafting and negotiating privacy-related clauses in agreements.
• Strong ability to handle multiple tasks and manage deadlines in a fast-moving environment.
• Ability to distill complex legal issues into clear, understandable terms for clients and stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong academic record and proven success in handling complex legal issues.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in the state where the candidate resides.

Skills:

• Expertise in GDPR, CCPA, CPRA, and other data privacy regulations.
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills, particularly in privacy agreements.
• Excellent communication, both written and verbal.
• Strong research and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize tasks.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options (including HSA with employer contribution and PPO options).
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability.
• Parental leave, sick and vacation time, and well-being/EAP support.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Hybrid work environment providing flexibility in work location.

This role provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing area of law, working alongside dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.

This law firm has offices in Louisville, Columbus, Nashville, Charleston, West Chester, Lexington, Florence, Cincinnati and Indianapolis. There are 450 lawyers working in the areas of health law, real estate, product liability litigation, class actions, insurance regulation, business litigation, entertainment law, appellate, equine law, shopping central/retail, tort and insurance defense, land use and zoning, white collar crime, interactive media and internet law, financial institutions, investment management and corporate governance.