Privacy Associate (Atlanta GA; Menlo Park CA)

Kilpatrick’s Technology, Privacy & Cybersecurity Team is seeking an associate with at least two years of privacy experience.

The position will be based in our Atlanta office although we will also consider candidates for our Silicon Valley (Menlo Park) office.

The ideal candidate will have experience in counseling clients regarding their most critical data issues arising under US and EU privacy / data protection laws.

We are looking for a thinker with a collaborative mindset and impeccable attention to detail.

Are you the right applicant for this opportunity Find out by reading through the role overview below.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other associates as needed to develop client-ready deliverables.
• Engage with clients to understand their business objectives and provide actionable legal advice.
• Draft, review, and negotiate privacy-related contracts, agreements, and policies.
• Stay abreast of changes in privacy laws and regulations, both domestically and internationally.
• Assess the impact of legal developments on clients and provide guidance on maintaining compliance.
• Conduct comprehensive privacy compliance / risk assessments for clients, identifying potential areas of vulnerability.
• Develop and assist clients with the implementation of strategies to mitigate privacy risks and ensure data protection.
• Develop and oversee data breach response plans, including advising clients on notification requirements and coordinating with relevant authorities.
• Provide proactive and strategic legal advice to address privacy issues and promote best practices.
• Act as a thought leader on emerging privacy trends (including AI) and contribute to legal publications and presentations.

Qualifications and Preferred Skills

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.
• In-depth knowledge of global privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA, and other state privacy laws.
• Strong analytical skills, good writing skills and excellent client service.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• IAPP certification is preferred (CIPP, CIPT or CIPM).
• Strong drafting skills, including, e.g., experience drafting cloud / SaaS agreements, software licensing agreements, website policies and other technology agreements.
• Familiarity with emerging technologies (including AI) and their privacy implications.
• Experience working with clients across a variety of industries and sectors, such as technology, healthcare, finance, etc.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced legal environment.

Salary range : $225,000 $280,000)

Kilpatrick is a full-service, international law firm with more than 600 attorneys who work with forward-thinking clients in established and emerging industries to solve their most business-critical matters.

We value our client relationships and are committed to learning and furthering the business, as well as legal goals, of each company we work with.

Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity for all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, sex or gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Please do not include your Date of Birth or Social Security Number in your application documents.

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