Data Protection Counsel
DLA Piper, a leading global law firm with offices in over 40 countries, is seeking a Data Protection, Privacy, and Security Counsel to join its nationally recognized practice in Palo Alto, California. The firm is renowned for delivering legal services seamlessly and proactively, making a positive impact on clients, people, and communities worldwide.
In this role, the Counsel will advise technology companies on U.S. and international privacy and data protection laws, including state privacy statutes and global privacy frameworks. Responsibilities encompass counseling clients on artificial intelligence governance, drafting and negotiating privacy and data security provisions in various agreements, supporting venture-backed and high-growth companies, conducting privacy and cybersecurity diligence for strategic transactions, and advising on incident response preparedness and regulatory investigations.
Candidates should possess approximately 8–15 years of relevant experience in privacy, cybersecurity, technology transactions, or regulatory counseling, with significant exposure to advising technology companies on privacy and data governance issues. A deep familiarity with California privacy laws, consumer privacy regulation, data security requirements, and emerging artificial intelligence regulations is essential. Strong drafting, negotiation, and client counseling skills are required, along with the ability to manage sophisticated matters independently and work effectively across multiple practice groups. A Juris Doctor from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials and admission to the California Bar are mandatory.
DLA Piper offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health and well-being of employees and their families, promoting a healthy, productive lifestyle. The firm emphasizes a high-performance culture, valuing excellence, professionalism, and teamwork, and provides opportunities for professional growth through goal setting, training, mentoring, career development, and performance management.
Joining DLA Piper means becoming part of a bold, exceptional, collaborative, and supportive team. The firm is committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong and can thrive, offering a platform for meaningful work and career growth.