MW Talent is partnering with a nationally recognized law firm to hire a junior Cybersecurity & Data Privacy Associate to join a highly regarded Tech Transactions & Data Privacy practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career attorney looking to build deep experience in a growing, sophisticated practice area.
About the Role This role offers exposure to a wide range of cybersecurity and data privacy matters, including incident response, privacy compliance, regulatory investigations, and related litigation. You'll work within a collaborative and dynamic team environment and gain hands-on experience advising clients on practical, business-focused solutions. Immediate client contact is part of the role, making this a great opportunity to develop both legal and client-facing skills.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with cybersecurity incident response matters
Advise clients on privacy compliance and data protection issues
Support regulatory investigations and related litigation
Draft and review legal documents, policies, and client communications
Work closely with attorneys across a national practice group
Qualifications
JD from an accredited law school
Active Alabama bar admission required
Strong academic credentials
Experience in a law firm or similar professional environment
Excellent writing, communication, and analytical skills
Ability to quickly understand and navigate complex subject matter
Experience with cyber incident response or complex commercial litigation is a plus, but not required
Why This Opportunity
Exposure to high-level cybersecurity and data privacy work
Collaborative, team-oriented environment
Meaningful client interaction early in your career