Privacy & Data Protection Associate Attorney

Launching Point; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 225,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Relocation assistance

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Launching Point is seeking a Privacy Associate Attorney in Washington, DC, to join their Cybersecurity, Privacy & Data Protection Practice Group. The role focuses on advising clients on privacy compliance, data protection, and regulatory matters, with exposure to cross-border data transfers.

Ideal candidates hold a JD from a top-tier law school, DC Bar admission (or eligibility), and 1–3 years of privacy experience, in a leading firm environment.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington, DC (or eligible to waive into the DC Bar), in good standing.
• 1–3 years of substantive privacy, cybersecurity, or data protection experience.
• Experience advising clients on privacy compliance, data protection, and related regulatory matters.
• Familiarity with U.S. privacy laws and regulations, including state privacy frameworks and federal requirements.
• Exposure to international privacy and data protection laws, including cross-border compliance considerations (preferred).
• Strong legal research, analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
• Exceptional written communication abilities with client-facing advice and regulatory analyses.
• Comparable law firm experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on privacy compliance, data governance, and data protection requirements across industries.
• Assist clients with regulatory compliance efforts involving U.S. and international privacy frameworks.
• Conduct privacy and cybersecurity due diligence in connection with corporate and commercial transactions.
• Draft, review, and update privacy policies, data processing agreements, and related compliance documentation.
• Support clients with cybersecurity preparedness, incident response, investigations, and risk-management initiatives.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and provide strategic guidance on emerging privacy and cybersecurity requirements.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas on complex regulatory, transactional, and advisory matters.

Skills

Privacy law

Regulatory compliance

Legal research

Drafting

Cross-border data transfer

Written communication

Law firm experience

Multitasking

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Active DC Bar admission (or eligible to waive)

Job description

Launching Point is seeking a Privacy Associate Attorney in Washington, DC, to join their Cybersecurity, Privacy & Data Protection Practice Group. The role focuses on advising clients on privacy compliance, data protection, and regulatory matters, with exposure to cross-border data transfers.

Ideal candidates hold a JD from a top-tier law school, DC Bar admission (or eligibility), and 1–3 years of privacy experience, in a leading firm environment.