Junior Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Associate

Job Overview:

A reputable law firm is seeking a Junior Associate with 2-3 years of experience in data privacy and cybersecurity law. The ideal candidate will have experience in privacy incident response, compliance counseling, risk management, and privacy litigation. Familiarity with federal and state privacy laws, including CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, and biometric regulations, is required. This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule with regular in-office expectations. Preferred locations are Chicago and Dallas, though candidates from other office locations will also be considered.

Location:

• Minneapolis, MN

Duties:

• Advise clients on privacy laws, including incident response, compliance counseling, and risk management.
• Provide support in privacy litigation, including research, drafting, and strategy development.
• Stay up to date with privacy regulations and industry standards to advise clients accordingly.
• Assist in reviewing and drafting privacy-related policies, contracts, and agreements.
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with privacy laws and regulations.
• Manage a high volume of cases with competing deadlines while maintaining quality work.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of relevant experience in privacy law, data protection, or cybersecurity.
• Strong knowledge of privacy laws, including CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA, and state biometric and health privacy laws.
• Experience in privacy incident response and risk management.
• Admission to the State Bar in the jurisdiction where the associate will be practicing.
• Strong interpersonal and client communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• CIPP/US certification (or must obtain within one year of hire if not already certified).

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Excellent communication skills

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.