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Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation Litigation Associate or Counsel Attorney

Direct Counsel
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/30/2026
Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation Litigation Associate or Counsel Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation Litigation Attorney to join a prestigious Am Law firm in Austin, TX; Boston, MA; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Houston, TX; Irvine, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Menlo Park, CA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Portland, OR; Sacramento, CA; San Francisco, CA; Santa Monica, CA; Seattle, WA; or Washington, DC.

This opportunity is open to attorneys with 5 years of litigation experience, including Associate and Counsel level candidates. The successful candidate will join a cutting-edge Cyber, Privacy & Data Innovation practice representing leading companies in the technology, financial services, life sciences, and energy sectors in sophisticated privacy, cybersecurity, AI, and data-related litigation, including complex class actions.

Responsibilities
  • Represent clients in complex cyber, privacy, data innovation, and AI-related litigation.

  • Defend clients in class actions and other high-stakes commercial disputes.

  • Manage all phases of complex litigation, including discovery, depositions, hearings, and trial preparation.

  • Draft motions, briefs, mediation statements, and other litigation filings.

  • Collaborate with eDiscovery and litigation support teams to manage sophisticated discovery matters.

  • Work directly with clients to develop litigation strategy and manage ongoing matters.

  • Mentor junior attorneys and manage significant aspects of complex litigation matters, commensurate with experience.

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

  • Active membership in the state bar where the candidate will practice.

  • 5 years of complex litigation experience.

  • Experience with cyber, privacy, data protection, AI, or technology-related litigation is strongly preferred.

  • Strong background in complex civil litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and client management.

  • Excellent legal research, analytical, drafting, and oral advocacy skills.

  • Outstanding academic credentials and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits
  • Associate: $350,000-$420,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

  • Counsel: $350,000-$450,000, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and bonus expectations.

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including:

    • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

    • 401(k) retirement plan

    • Flexible paid time off

    • Annual discretionary bonus eligibility

Salary : $350,000 - $450,000

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