Attorney (Data Privacy)

Direct Counsel; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Parental leave

Professional development (IAPP/CLE)

Job summary

Direct Counsel in Oakland, CA is seeking an experienced Data Privacy Attorney to counsel businesses on complex regulatory issues, risk management, and AI governance. This hybrid role emphasizes practical privacy solutions, especially under California and U.S. privacy laws.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of dedicated data privacy and cybersecurity experience, active California Bar membership, and strong drafting and advisory skills for DPAs, policies, and consumer rights processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of dedicated data privacy and cybersecurity legal experience.
• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of CCPA/CPRA, CPPA regulations, GDPR, and state privacy laws.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on CCPA/CPRA, CPPA regulations, and state privacy laws.
• Draft and negotiate Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) and vendor agreements.
• Advise on privacy policies, data retention, and consumer rights processes.
• Assist with cybersecurity incidents and breach notification requirements.
• Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments and advise on privacy-by-design.
• Counsel product, marketing, and engineering teams on AI governance.

Skills

Data privacy

Cybersecurity knowledge

Contract drafting

Client counseling

Regulatory compliance

Education

California Bar admission

Tools

CIPP/US

Job description

Oakland, CA | Hybrid | 5+ Years Experience

Direct Counsel represents a growing, midsize law firm seeking an experienced and business-minded Data Privacy Attorney to join its expanding practice.

This is an exciting opportunity for a privacy attorney who enjoys counseling businesses on complex regulatory issues, emerging technologies, and practical risk management. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in California and U.S. privacy laws, with experience advising clients on cybersecurity, data governance, commercial contracts, and AI-related privacy issues.

The Role

• Advise clients on CCPA/CPRA, CPPA regulations, and state privacy laws.
• Draft and negotiate Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), vendor agreements, and privacy provisions in commercial transactions and M&A.
• Advise on privacy policies, data retention, vendor risk assessments, and consumer rights/DSAR processes.
• Assist with cybersecurity incidents, breach notification requirements, and regulatory inquiries.
• Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs/DPIAs) and advise on privacy-by-design.
• Counsel product, marketing, and engineering teams on emerging technology and AI governance.
• Provide practical, risk-based guidance to corporate clients and executives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of dedicated data privacy and cybersecurity legal experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Active California Bar membership in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of CCPA/CPRA, CPPA regulations, GDPR, and state comprehensive privacy laws.
• Excellent contract drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client counseling skills.
• Ability to communicate complex privacy issues clearly to business leaders.
• CIPP/US or CIPM certification preferred.
• Experience with AI governance and emerging technology is a plus.
• $170,000–$195,000, depending on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO and parental leave
• Professional development allowance, including IAPP dues and CLE coverage
• Strong opportunities for professional growth and leadership

Work Schedule

Oakland, CA

• First 90 days: Onsite, 5 days per week for onboarding, mentoring, and team integration

This is an excellent opportunity for a privacy attorney looking to join a growing practice, work directly with sophisticated business clients, and play a key role in navigating the rapidly evolving privacy and AI regulatory landscape.