Lateral Privacy, Cybersecurity, and Data Innovation Associate Attorney

A law firm in Palo Alto is seeking an experienced Lateral Privacy, Cybersecurity, and Data Innovation Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have robust experience in privacy, cybersecurity, and technology company matters, with a focus on regulatory compliance, government investigations, and litigation. Provide legal counsel on privacy, cybersecurity, and data innovation issues. Handle a broad range of regulatory compliance, government investigations, and related litigation matters.

Duties:

• Advise clients on privacy and cybersecurity compliance requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop compliance strategies.
• Represent clients in government investigations related to data privacy and cybersecurity.
• Provide litigation support in privacy and cybersecurity-related matters.
• Draft and negotiate privacy policies, terms of service, and other legal documents.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a top-tier law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar.
• 4-9 years of experience in privacy, cybersecurity, and technology company matters.
• Strong academic credentials.
• Experience with Federal Trade Commission consumer protection-related regulatory matters is desirable.

Certifications:

Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills:

• Deep understanding of privacy laws and regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Benefits Offered:

• Health care coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation days.
• Parental leave.
• Basic life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses.

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.