Corporate Associate (Data Privacy and Cyber)- SF at Direct Counsel
Job Description
Job Description
Associate – Privacy & Cyber (Transactional)
Locations: Austin | Houston | San Francisco | Silicon Valley | Washington, D.C.
Experience Level: 5+ years
Practice Area: Corporate – Data Privacy & Cybersecurity
Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Privacy & Cyber Associate (3rd–5th year) to support its thriving Transactional Privacy Practice. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge privacy and cybersecurity issues at the intersection of technology, law, and business.
You Will:
Advise on CCPA/CPRA, GDPR, and other privacy laws
Support M&A, IPOs, and other corporate deals with privacy components
Negotiate privacy and security terms in commercial agreements
Work with top-tier clients on fast-evolving regulatory matters and tech innovations
You Have:
5+ years of legal experience in privacy, data security, or cyber law
Solid transactional background (especially in tech, commercial contracts, or M&A)
Exceptional writing, communication, and negotiation skills
A passion for privacy and tech—CIPP is a plus!
Strong law firm training and excellent academic credentials
Join a collaborative, fast-paced team tackling complex privacy challenges for clients across industries.
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