Privacy & Security Associate Attorney - Midlevel

WFB Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP; Texas; On-site; USD 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

401(k) plan

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Parental leave

Up to ten paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

Perkins Coie in Dallas is seeking a mid-level associate with 4–6 years of experience to join our Chambers-ranked Privacy Class Action Defense Team. The role involves working on groundbreaking privacy litigation for marquee technology and retail clients.

You will participate in all stages of pre-trial litigation, including briefing, discovery, depositions, and strategy development, with a client-centered approach and top AmLaw credentials.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience practicing law.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to commit to excellent client service and a client-centered practice.
• Comfort with analyzing and interpreting laws and regulations and contributing to strategy.

Responsibilities

• Work on privacy class action defense litigation for technology and retail clients.
• Participate in all stages of pre-trial litigation, including briefing, written discovery, document production, and depositions.

Skills

Legal research

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Client service

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Federal Rules of Civil Procedure

Texas Rules of Civil Procedure

Job description

Perkins Coie is seeking a mid‑level associate with 4–6 years of experience practicing law to join our Chambers‑ranked Privacy Class Action Defense Team in Dallas. The role involves working on groundbreaking privacy litigation for marquee clients in the technology and retail sectors.

Responsibilities

• Work on privacy class action defense litigation for technology and retail clients.
• Participate in all stages of pre‑trial litigation, including briefing, written discovery, document production, and depositions.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience practicing law.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to commit to excellent client service and a client‑centered practice.
• Comfort with analyzing and interpreting laws and regulations and contributing to strategy.
• Passion for technology and ability to work collaboratively with clients.
• Superior academic credentials and top AmLaw firm experience.
• Familiarity with Federal and Texas Rules of Civil Procedure.

Benefits

• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
• 401(k) plan.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Personal medical and parental leave.
• Up to ten paid holidays.
• Family care benefits.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $260,000 to $420,000.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Perkins Coie is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, benefits, social and recreational activities and termination.