Privacy and Cyber Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Privacy and Cyber Litigation Associate to join their team in Houston, TX. The ideal candidate will have 4 to 6 years of litigation experience, preferably in privacy, cyber, consumer-focused, or class action litigation, and/or federal court litigation.

Duties

• Manage day-to-day case activities and lead fact investigations.


• Research legal issues and develop litigation strategies.


• Draft pleadings, including answers, motions to dismiss, and motions for summary judgment.


• Conduct and defend depositions.


• Negotiate with opposing counsel.

Requirements

• Excellent academic and professional credentials.


• Strong analytical and communication skills.


• Comfortable managing client relationships.


• Federal clerkship experience preferred.


• Experience with Fair Credit Reporting Act or other privacy-related statutes is a plus.


• Ability to deliver smaller projects with limited supervision.


• Confidently manage workflow for larger projects.


• Good standing in the state of residence.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Licensed to practice law in the state of residence.

Skills

• Case management and litigation strategy development.


• Strong legal research and drafting skills.


• Effective negotiation and communication abilities.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience.