Privacy Lawyer

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Job Overview

A top-tier international law firm is seeking an experienced Privacy & Cybersecurity Counsel to join its U.S. Data Protection, Privacy, and Cybersecurity practice. This attorney will provide strategic privacy advice to clients across industries, focusing on U.S. federal and state privacy laws, GDPR compliance, cross-border data transfer issues, and privacy risk management. The position offers high-impact, client-facing responsibilities in a collegial, forward-thinking environment.

Location

• Dallas, TX

Duties

• Advise clients on U.S. and global data privacy frameworks including CCPA/CPRA, GDPR, HIPAA, COPPA, TCPA, and FTC regulations

• Develop and assess privacy compliance programs and risk mitigation strategies

• Guide clients on cross-border data transfers, localization requirements, and international flows

• Advise on privacy aspects of emerging technologies, digital products, advertising, and AI

• Draft and negotiate data protection agreements and related vendor/consumer contracts

• Counsel clients on consumer rights, consent frameworks, and privacy policies

• Conduct privacy due diligence for corporate transactions including M&A

• Support regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and incident response planning

• Participate in tabletop exercises and incident simulations

• Provide enterprise-level guidance on privacy governance and cybersecurity risk management

Requirements

• 3–7 years of experience in privacy and data protection law

• Strong knowledge of federal and state privacy laws, GDPR, and international frameworks

• Demonstrated experience managing complex matters independently

• Proven ability to collaborate across legal, compliance, and business functions

• Client-facing experience and exceptional communication skills

• Experience counseling clients on privacy compliance programs, audits, and risk

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. jurisdiction

• CIPP/US, CIPT, or similar privacy certification preferred

Skills

• Expertise in legal research, data privacy assessments, and policy development

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical thinking abilities

• Ability to lead or contribute to cross-functional projects and regulatory responses

• Comfortable advising on privacy in connection with digital platforms and marketing

Benefits

• Annual performance bonus potential

• 401(k) with firm contribution and profit-sharing eligibility

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and disability insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• 20+ days of paid time off (PTO), plus 11 firm holidays

• 14 weeks of paid parental leave

• $2,500 vacation stipend for meeting billable targets

• Carrot Fertility support

• Free access to Peloton App, Lyra mental health coaching (8 sessions/year), and Spot Pet Insurance

• Business development reimbursement and access to executive coaching

• $50,000 referral bonus for successful lateral attorney hires

• 8 annual pro bono hours available to non-partner attorneys

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306