Junior Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate

Job Overview:

A law firm is seeking a Junior Associate to join its Data Privacy and Cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of relevant privacy experience, including knowledge of privacy incident response, compliance counseling, risk management, or privacy litigation. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-profile cases in the privacy sector, with a focus on state and federal privacy laws. The firm is offering a hybrid work schedule, with an in-office presence expected weekly.

Location:

• Ann Arbor, MI

Duties:

• Handle privacy incident response and provide compliance counseling to clients across various industries.
• Advise on risk management strategies related to data privacy.
• Assist with privacy litigation, including managing cases involving state and federal privacy laws.
• Stay updated on evolving privacy laws and regulations such as CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, and state-specific biometric and health laws.
• Work directly with partners and clients on matters related to data privacy and cybersecurity.
• Draft legal documents, including privacy policies, risk assessments, and compliance frameworks.
• Participate in client meetings, providing clear legal advice on privacy-related matters.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, or related legal fields.
• Knowledge of privacy incident response, compliance counseling, and risk management.
• Familiarity with state and federal privacy laws, including CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, and state biometric and health laws.
• Active State Bar admission.
• CIPP/US certification required, or the candidate must obtain the certification within one year of hire.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under pressure.

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• CIPP/US certification (must be obtained within one year of hire if not already certified).
• Admission to the State Bar in the jurisdiction where the candidate will practice.

Skills:

• Expertise in data privacy laws and cybersecurity regulations.
• Strong understanding of privacy incident response and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Effective communication, both written and oral.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate with senior attorneys.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and location.
• Hybrid work schedule with weekly in-office requirements.
• Professional development programs and mentoring opportunities.
• Billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities.
• Access to direct partner and client interaction.
• Structured path to partnership.
• Inclusive and dynamic work culture.

With over eight decades of experience in handling cases involving antitrust & trade regulations, public finance, healthcare, environmental law, and bankruptcy, this firm has racked up substantial legal victories for its numerous clients in a variety of industries, from automotive to energy and hospitality. The firm has achieved all of this through the application of tenacious advocacy skills, as well as comprehensive case reviews and insightful cost-effective strategy implementation to every individual case. Accordingly, it has earned the respect and trust of its clients. With offices across the US, the firm only hires the best legal talent available, and its recruits are trained in line with the latest industry standards of practice. It also offers several financial incentives and salary packages, and actively encourages a healthy work-life balance as it recognizes the need for lawyers to live pleasant, satisfying lives outside of the workplace.