Privacy & Data Security Partner
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Salary: Competitive
Experience: 8+ years
Privacy & Data Security Partner
Location: California
Salary: Competitive / Commensurate with Experience & Portable Business
Practice Area: Data Privacy, Cybersecurity & Technology
Level: Partner
A highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Privacy & Data Security Partner to join and further develop its established practice. The opportunity offers a sophisticated platform advising emerging growth technology companies, startups and international consumer brands on complex privacy, data protection and cybersecurity matters. The successful candidate will benefit from a collaborative environment, strong cross-selling opportunities and complementary practices spanning corporate, M&A, intellectual property, technology, entertainment and commercial litigation.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience advising on U.S. and international privacy regulations, regulatory compliance, data governance, digital advertising, technology transactions and cybersecurity risk management. Expertise should include developing privacy frameworks, negotiating data protection agreements, advising on privacy considerations in M&A transactions, and managing cybersecurity incidents, breach response and regulatory notifications. Candidates should possess an established or growing portable book of business, strong client relationships and a demonstrable ability to originate new work. The role offers significant scope to expand the practice, develop new client relationships and contribute to the firm's broader strategic growth.
Active California Bar admission is required, alongside excellent academic credentials and strong commercial judgment. Professional privacy and cybersecurity certifications, including CIPP/US, CIPP/E or CIPT, are highly desirable.
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Posted 10 Nov 2026 by Nick Sankarsingh, Director · IP & Data Privacy
Salary:
Competitive
Location:
California
Discipline:
Privacy & Cybersecurity
Job Code:
Privacy & Data Security Partner
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