Junior Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate

Job Overview:

A law firm is seeking a junior associate to join its Data Privacy and Cybersecurity team. This position offers the opportunity to work on privacy incident response, compliance counseling, risk management, and privacy litigation. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of state and federal privacy laws, including CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, and biometric and health laws. The role provides a hybrid work schedule with in-office expectations on a weekly basis.

Location:

• Detroit, MI

Duties:

• Assist clients with privacy incident response, including risk management and compliance matters.
• Provide counsel on privacy litigation, data protection, and regulatory compliance.
• Advise clients on the application of privacy laws such as CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, and state-specific biometric laws.
• Draft and review privacy policies, contracts, and data protection agreements.
• Monitor and stay informed of emerging privacy regulations and their impact on clients.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners on complex privacy issues.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, or related legal areas.
• Knowledge of federal and state privacy laws, including CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, and state biometric laws.
• Experience in privacy incident response, compliance counseling, and risk management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree 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:

• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in privacy laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage complex legal issues independently.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary, based on experience and office location.
• Hybrid work schedule with weekly in-office expectations.
• Billable credit for pro bono work and approved firm activities.
• Clear path to partnership with structured professional development opportunities.
• Direct interaction with partners and clients.
• Inclusive, dynamic, and supportive firm 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.