Associate - Privacy and Digital Risk Class Action and Litigation

BakerHostetler; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 240,000 - 315,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

20 days vacation

Job summary

BakerHostetler is seeking a mid-level associate (3-7 years) to join its Digital Assets and Data Management Group in Denver, focusing on privacy and data security litigation, handling class actions for major corporate clients.

The role requires JD, Colorado Bar admission or ability to waive; AmLaw 100 background preferred. The position offers a competitive salary of $240,000-$315,000 with bonus and strong benefits.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of litigation experience focused on privacy and class action defense.
• J.D. from a nationally recognized and accredited law school.
• Must be admitted or eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar; California Bar a plus; AmLaw 100 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of privacy and data security litigation.
• Develop strategies for consumer class actions, including Article III and Rule 12(b)(6) motions.
• Advise on state and federal privacy laws (e.g., BIPA, FCRA, FACTA).
• Maintain high-level project management and communication standards in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Litigation experience

Privacy & data security

Class action defense

Education

J.D. from a nationally recognized law school

Job description

Associate - Privacy and Digital Risk Class Action and Litigation

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Organising Institution / Firm

Rolling Basis (Official)

$240,000 - $315,000 per annum

3-7 years of litigation experience; J.D. from a nationally recognized and accredited school; must be admitted or able to waive into practice in Colorado; AmLaw 100 experience preferred.

Law Firm Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Contextual Overview

BakerHostetler is seeking a mid-level associate (3-7 years of experience) to join its Digital Assets and Data Management (DADM) Group in Denver, CO. The role focuses on privacy and data security-related litigation, specifically handling class actions arising from data security incidents for major corporate clients.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Experience: 3-7 years of litigation experience, with a focus on privacy and class action defense.
• Education: J.D. from a nationally recognized and accredited law school.
• Licensure: Must be admitted or eligible to waive into the Colorado Bar. Admission to the California Bar is considered a plus.
• Background: Prior AmLaw 100 experience is preferred.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage all aspects of privacy and data security litigation.
• Develop strategies for consumer class actions, including Article III and Rule 12(b)(6) dismissal motions.
• Advise on state and federal privacy laws (e.g., BIPA, FCRA, FACTA).
• Maintain high-level project management and communication standards in a fast-paced environment.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Annual Salary: $240,000 - $315,000 (determined by experience and skills). The role also includes a performance- and hours-based bonus program and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), and 20 days of vacation.

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