Cyber Litigation Attorney - AM LAW 100

LHH; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO

Paid sick leave

Corporate discount plans

Job summary

A law firm in Chicago is seeking an experienced attorney specializing in privacy and data breach cases. You will manage litigation, draft legal motions, and collaborate with experts. Ideal candidates possess a Juris Doctor, active bar admission in Illinois, and over 6 years of complex litigation experience. Enjoy hybrid work options and a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary of $150-200k.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in complex litigation in state and federal courts.
• Active state bar membership and eligibility to practice law in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Handle the defense of privacy lawsuits and data breach class actions.
• Draft and argue dispositive motions, including motions to strike and motions for summary judgment.
• Prepare and respond to written discovery and work with expert witnesses.
• Participate in mediations for class action settlements.

Skills

Complex litigation

Cybersecurity & Data Privacy

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• You will handle the defense of privacy lawsuits and data breach class actions, including those filed in state and federal courts across the country.
• Draft and argue dispositive motions. This will include motions to strike, motions to dismiss, opposing class certification, and motions for summary judgment.
• You will prepare and respond to written discovery, take and defend depositions, and work with expert witnesses.
• You will participate in mediations for class action settlements, as well as the drafting of settlement papers for court approval.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active state bar membership and eligibility to practice law in Illinois.
• 6+ years of experience in complex litigation in state and federal courts.
• A background in Cybersecurity and Data Privacy is beneficial.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience ($150-200k base per annum).
• Professional development and training opportunities - including partnership track.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Hybrid working options.
• Full time employees will be eligible for the firm's full benefits package, including 401(k), medical, dental, vision and life insurance, and Employee Assistance Programs, as well as a generous PTO plan.
• Paid sick leave where applicable by state law.
• Full access to the firm's corporate discount plans.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary ($150-200k base per annum).
• Professional development and training opportunities - including partnership track.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Hybrid working options.
• Full benefits package: 401(k), medical, dental, vision and life insurance; Employee Assistance Programs; generous PTO.
• Paid sick leave as required by state law.
• Full access to corporate discount plans.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled