Privacy Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Privacy Litigation Associate Attorney

Locations: Denver, Colorado; Los Angeles, California; New York, New York; San Diego, California; San Francisco, California; Seattle, Washington

Direct Counsel is seeking a Privacy Litigation Associate to join a leading international law firm’s highly regarded Privacy Litigation Group. This is an opportunity for a mid-level litigator to work on some of the most significant and high-profile privacy, data security, and technology-related class actions and investigations in the country.

The firm is widely recognized for defending complex, high-stakes privacy disputes involving cutting-edge legal issues at the intersection of technology, consumer protection, and regulatory enforcement. Associates gain meaningful responsibility in cases that often carry significant reputational and business implications for global clients.

• Defend clients in privacy and data security class actions, including data breach litigation
• Handle matters involving state and federal privacy statutes and consumer protection laws
• Support and lead responses to regulatory investigations and attorney general enforcement actions
• Draft motions, briefs, pleadings, and discovery responses
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy
• Manage discovery, including e-discovery workflows and document review
• Take and defend depositions and participate in expert discovery
• Work closely with clients on case strategy and risk mitigation

• 3–5 years of litigation experience
• Strong background in privacy, data security, class actions, or complex commercial litigation
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills
• Strong analytical ability and attention to detail
• Experience managing significant litigation matters and discovery processes
• Strong teamwork and case management skills
• Admission to the California Bar or New York Bar

• Work on nationally significant privacy and data security litigation matters
• High-profile clients across technology and consumer industries
• Significant responsibility in complex, fast-moving litigation
• Strong mentorship and structured professional development
• Collaborative and highly respected litigation platform

Salary Range: $260,000 – $365,000 annually

Compensation may vary depending on experience, qualifications, and office location. The firm also provides a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Discretionary bonuses
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans
• Parental, adoption, and fertility benefits
• Flexible time off and reduced schedule arrangements
• Wellness and mental health programs
• Professional development and bar support
• Pro bono and charitable giving opportunities