Tech Transactions And Data Privacy (Incident Response) Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm in Salt Lake City, UT, is seeking a highly qualified Tech Transactions and Data Privacy (Incident Response) Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in privacy litigation, trial preparation, and legal research, with a deep understanding of federal, state, and international privacy laws. The role offers immediate client interaction, working on complex and sophisticated matters, and the opportunity to provide practical advice to high-profile clients.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage all aspects of case work-up and trial preparation, including client interaction, case strategy, and coordination.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research and draft key documents such as briefs, complaints, pretrial motions, memoranda, and discovery requests.
• Handle privacy litigation matters and ensure compliance with federal, state, and international privacy laws and regulations.
• Provide strategic legal advice on data privacy and technology transactions, focusing on incident response and cybersecurity.
• Collaborate with clients to navigate legal risks associated with data breaches and privacy violations.
• Participate in negotiations and drafting agreements related to technology transactions and data privacy matters.
• Engage in ongoing professional development to stay abreast of evolving privacy regulations and emerging legal trends.
• Mentor junior associates and collaborate with a team of seasoned attorneys in delivering exceptional legal services.

Requirements:

• Experience:
  • Significant litigation experience, particularly in privacy litigation.
  • Proven ability to manage all elements of case work-up and trial preparation.
  • Experience in a law firm or similar professional environment, with exposure to sophisticated legal matters.
  • Strong background in technology transactions and data privacy, especially incident response.
• Knowledge:
  • Thorough understanding of federal, state, and international privacy laws (such as GDPR, and CCPA).
  • Familiarity with the legal complexities involved in data breaches and cybersecurity incidents.
• Skills:
  • Strong legal research and writing abilities, demonstrated through drafting of briefs, complaints, pretrial motions, and discovery requests.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to offer practical, business-oriented legal advice to clients.
  • Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Education and Certifications:

• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Certifications:
  • Admission to the Bar in Utah, or the ability to obtain admission in Utah within a reasonable time frame.
  • CIPP/US, CIPP/E, or other privacy certifications preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with privacy litigation or incident response.
• Demonstrated ability to work directly with clients on sophisticated legal matters.
• Strong academic credentials from a reputable law school.

Location:

• Salt Lake City, UT

Benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Voluntary insurance including vision
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off