Data Privacy Associate Attorney (3-5 yrs) - Top Am Law 50 Firm

McCormack Schreiber Legal Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 260,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

A top legal search firm in Chicago is seeking a Data Privacy Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of relevant experience to join their hybrid team. The role involves advising clients on privacy compliance programs, cybersecurity services, and data governance. Candidates should possess strong academic credentials and have experience with large law firms or in IP/data security. The position offers a competitive salary range of $260,000 – $365,000 per year, reflecting the expertise needed in this evolving field.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in privacy, cybersecurity, and/or AI law, including advisory experience.
• Experience at a large law firm or a firm specializing in IP/data security.
• Strong academic background required.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on AI and privacy compliance programs.
• Assist with cybersecurity and data protection services.
• Provide advice on cross-border data transfers and data breaches.

Skills

Privacy law expertise

Cybersecurity knowledge

AI law familiarity

Compliance program implementation

Education

Excellent academic credentials

Job description

Data Privacy Associate Attorney (3-5 yrs) - Top Am Law 50 Firm

Our client, a prestigious Am Law 50 firm, has an active need for a data privacy attorney to join its Chicago office as an associate. This practice provides full-service solutions across the entire range of innovative technologies worldwide, and its attorneys help clients stay ahead of evolving risk by shaping compliance programs, cross‑border data transfers, incident response, and advisory services following cyber/data security breaches.

Highlights

• Chambers‑ranked in Technology Law
• Recognized by the Legal 500 for Technology Transactions
• Development and training programs for associates
• Ranked as one of the most innovative law firms in North America

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on the development and implementation of complex AI and privacy compliance programs and risk assessments.
• Assist clients with proactive and reactive cybersecurity and data protection services, including incident preparedness and response, compliance with cyber laws, and data governance.
• Provide client advice on matters involving cross‑border data transfers, data breaches, and data privacy diligence.

Required Qualifications

• 3‑5 years of experience in privacy, cybersecurity, and/or AI law, including advisory experience.
• Experience at a large law firm or a firm specializing in IP/data security.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Location

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation

Base salary range: $260,000 – $365,000 per year.

About Us

McCormack Schreiber Legal Search is Chicago’s leading legal search firm. We leverage more than 30 years of experience in the Chicago legal market to assist attorneys and paralegals seeking new opportunities and employers searching for top legal talent.