Privacy & AI Counsel — Data Protection Associate

Barnes & Thornburg LLP; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Barnes & Thornburg LLP is seeking a Data Privacy and AI Associate to support clients on privacy risks in collection, storage, distribution, and use of data. The role focuses on privacy counseling, drafting data policies, DPAs, and incident response planning, with added emphasis on AI matters.

The candidate should have 1–3 years of relevant privacy experience, a CIPP certification, and an interest in AI. This position requires strong legal writing, research skills, and active bar admission or

Qualifications

• 1–3 years data privacy experience
• CIPP certification
• Interest in AI and related matters
• Experience with incident response and data breach matters
• Strong academic record and legal writing skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills and work ethic
• Active state bar admission or waiver eligibility

Responsibilities

• Advise on data privacy and AI matters for a range of clients
• Draft and review data retention policies and data processing agreements
• Prepare incident response plans, incident reports, and breach notifications
• Assist with data breach response matters
• Stay current with state and federal privacy/AI laws and cybersecurity regulations

Skills

Data privacy knowledge

Analytical skills

Strong writing and research

Interpersonal skills

Legal research

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Active state bar admission or waiver eligibility

Job description

Barnes & Thornburg LLP is seeking a Data Privacy and AI Associate to support clients on privacy risks in collection, storage, distribution, and use of data. The role focuses on privacy counseling, drafting data policies, DPAs, and incident response planning, with added emphasis on AI matters.

The candidate should have 1–3 years of relevant privacy experience, a CIPP certification, and an interest in AI. This position requires strong legal writing, research skills, and active bar admission or