Cyber/Data/Privacy Litigation Attorney (Associate)

Direct Counsel
  • Chicago, IL
  • $310,000–$390,000 Per Year
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Job Description

Job Description

Job Description
Cyber/Data/Privacy Associate Attorney – Midlevel
Location: Chicago | Washington, DC | New York | San Francisco
Practice Area: Cyber, Data & Privacy

Direct Counsel is seeking a midlevel associate with experience in litigation and/or regulatory enforcement investigations involving privacy and data security matters. This is an opportunity to join an award-winning Cyber/Data/Privacy practice with a strong international presence.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Represent clients in regulatory investigations involving consumer protection issues (State AG, FTC, and other regulatory agencies).
  • Defend privacy and data security class actions, including cases involving:
    • Stored Communications Act
    • Wiretapping claims
    • Unfair and deceptive trade practices
    • Data breach class actions
  • Engage directly with clients and lead significant projects.
Qualifications:
  • 4-6 years of litigation or regulatory investigation experience in privacy and data security matters.
  • Strong academic background from a nationally recognized law school.
  • Ability to manage complex legal issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong technical fluency and analytical skills.
  • Exceptional writing and advocacy skills.
Compensation & Benefits:
  • Salary Range: $310,000 - $390,000 (Final offer based on experience and location).
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and commuter benefits.
  • Generous leave policies, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
  • Career development opportunities in a globally recognized practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to work on cutting-edge privacy and cybersecurity litigation and investigations with a top-tier law firm.

Apply today to learn more.

Numbers & Facts

LocationChicago, IL
Salary$310,000–$390,000 Per Year

Skills

  • Academic Backgroundunmatched
  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Attorneyunmatched
  • Computer Securityunmatched
  • Consumer Protectionunmatched
  • Consumer Regulationsunmatched
  • Cross-Functionalunmatched
  • Information/Data Security (InfoSec)unmatched
  • Internet Securityunmatched
  • Legalunmatched
  • Litigationunmatched
  • Privacy Controlsunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched

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