Technology, Privacy and IP Attorney

We are working on a rare opportunity for an experienced Intellectual Property Attorney to join a leading national law firm's highly regarded Intellectual Property and Technology practice in California. This role offers the opportunity to handle sophisticated intellectual property, technology, privacy, and artificial intelligence matters for a diverse client base.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing complex litigation matters while also advising clients on emerging issues relating to data privacy, AI governance, technology transactions, internet law, and intellectual property protection. This position is ideal for an attorney seeking to further develop their practice within a nationally recognised firm offering excellent resources, career progression, and a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse intellectual property and technology litigation caseload from inception through resolution.
• Advise clients on intellectual property, data privacy, technology, and AI governance matters.
• Prosecute and defend disputes involving copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, trade libel, rights of privacy, and rights of publicity.
• Handle data privacy litigation and regulatory compliance matters.
• Develop and review privacy notices, internal privacy and security policies, risk assessments, and compliance procedures.
• Advise clients on AI governance, data governance, and third-party risk management programmes.
• Support clients with internal training relating to privacy, cybersecurity, and AI compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial and technology agreements, including licensing, software development, collaboration, and creative asset agreements.
• Conduct depositions, prepare and argue motions, and represent clients in federal and state court proceedings.
• Work closely with partners and colleagues on complex legal projects and strategic client matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships and provide regular updates and case reporting.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in the State of California.
• 5–15 years of experience in intellectual property litigation.
• Strong federal and state court litigation experience.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and arguing substantive motions.
• Experience taking and defending depositions.
• Knowledge of copyright, trademark, trade secret, and related IP disputes.
• Experience with privacy, AI governance, data governance, or data privacy litigation is strongly preferred.
• Experience in advertising law, internet law, fashion law, art law, or technology transactions is advantageous.
• Proven analytical, research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent communication and client management abilities.
• Legal project management experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated thought leadership within the intellectual property field is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ranging from $180,000 - $210,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
• Eligibility for discretionary performance bonuses.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Opportunity to work with a nationally recognised Intellectual Property and Technology team.
• Significant professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive firm culture.
• Exposure to sophisticated litigation and cutting-edge technology, privacy, and AI matters.

If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Siobhan Murray for a confidential discussion.

Our advertisements use salary and experience as a guide only. Interlink Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.