Lateral Privacy, Cybersecurity, and Data Innovation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Dallas is seeking a skilled Lateral Privacy, Cybersecurity, and Data Innovation Associate Attorney with 4-9 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in privacy, cybersecurity, and technology company matters, with a focus on regulatory compliance, government investigations, and related litigation. Experience with Federal Trade Commission consumer protection-related regulatory matters is desirable.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and support on privacy, cybersecurity, and technology-related matters.
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance, including data protection laws and regulations.
• Assist in government investigations related to privacy and cybersecurity issues.
• Handle litigation matters arising from privacy breaches and cybersecurity incidents.
• Draft and negotiate contracts related to privacy and data security.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on emerging privacy and cybersecurity issues.
• Develop and implement privacy and cybersecurity policies and procedures.
• Stay updated on developments in privacy and data protection laws and regulations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar and eligibility to practice law in TX.
• 4-9 years of experience in privacy, cybersecurity, and technology-related legal matters.
• Strong understanding of privacy and data protection laws and regulations.
• Experience with regulatory compliance, government investigations, and litigation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills:

• Strong expertise in privacy, cybersecurity, and technology-related legal matters.
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage complex legal issues and multiple priorities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Adaptability to a fast-paced and dynamic legal environment.

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.