Tech Transactions And Data Privacy (Incident Response) Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Tech Transactions and Data Privacy (Incident Response) Associate Attorney to join their team in Raleigh, NC. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in privacy litigation and data privacy laws, with the ability to provide clients with practical advice and manage complex legal matters. This position offers significant client interaction and work on sophisticated cases, making it ideal for a talented attorney who excels in problem-solving, legal research, and writing. The firm offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of litigation, including case work-up, discovery, pretrial motions, and trial preparation.
• Draft legal documents such as briefs, complaints, pretrial motions, memoranda, and discovery requests.
• Provide practical and strategic advice to clients regarding privacy laws, incident response, and data protection.
• Handle privacy litigation, data privacy compliance, and incident response for a variety of clients.
• Stay current with and apply federal, state, and international privacy laws to legal matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on issues related to privacy, data protection, and incident response.
• Interact directly with clients to understand their needs, address concerns, and provide expert legal guidance.
• Work collaboratively with the firm's attorneys and staff on complex legal issues and sophisticated cases.
• Contribute to trial preparation and represent clients in litigation matters as needed.

Requirements:

• Significant litigation experience, particularly in privacy litigation or a related field.
• Proven ability to manage all elements of case work-up, discovery, and trial preparation independently.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, including experience drafting briefs, complaints, and motions.
• Familiarity with privacy laws and regulations at the federal, state, and international levels.
• Ability to offer practical, strategic, and business-oriented advice to clients.
• Immediate ability to engage with clients and work on high-level, complex legal matters.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar in North Carolina or eligibility for admission.
• Excellent academic credentials and a proven record of success in legal practice.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in privacy litigation or data privacy-related matters is highly preferred.
• Previous experience in a law firm or similar professional environment.
• Familiarity with incident response, data breach laws, and regulatory compliance in the privacy sector.

Skills:

• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Superior writing and communication abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teams and independently when required.

Location:

• Raleigh, NC

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Disability and voluntary vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid time off (PTO) and other work-life balance benefits.

Ranked as one of the Best Client Relationships firm and as one of the top Best Known Firms in the nation, the attorneys in this firm are invested in understanding their clients? businesses from all angels, including the risks, challenges, and issues affecting their industries. This AmLaw 100 firm values diversity and inclusion. Attorneys strive to build true partnerships with the firm?s clients. The firm invests in its associates by providing opportunities for professional development based on each person?s desired career path. The goal is to give each individual the opportunity to achieve their best and take pride in their performance and quality of work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.