Chicago | Hybrid

Senior Emerging Technologies & Data Privacy Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$310,000 – $435,000

A premier global law firm is seeking a Senior Emerging Technologies & Data Privacy Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising innovative companies on cutting-edge privacy, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and emerging technology matters.

Ideal Background

• 5 years of experience in data privacy, cybersecurity, technology transactions, or regulatory counseling gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience advising clients regarding U.S. and international privacy laws, including consumer privacy, data governance, and cybersecurity compliance

• Experience counseling clients on artificial intelligence (AI), emerging technologies, digital products, and technology commercialization

• Experience drafting and negotiating data processing agreements, technology agreements, software licensing agreements, SaaS agreements, privacy policies, and related commercial contracts

• Experience advising clients regarding data breaches, incident response, cybersecurity preparedness, and regulatory investigations is preferred

• Experience counseling clients on FTC, state privacy laws, GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and other evolving privacy regulations is a plus

• Strong drafting, analytical, problem-solving, and client counseling skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Nationally recognized emerging technologies and data privacy practice

✅ Exposure to cutting-edge AI, privacy, and cybersecurity matters

✅ Opportunity to advise leading technology companies and innovative businesses

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Strong mentorship and partnership potential

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174