ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL | Privacy & Responsible Technology Division

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Boston, MA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is looking for a highly-motivated attorney who is passionate about public service to join her office as an Assistant Attorney General in the Privacy and Responsible Technology Division (PRTD). The Division, which is part of the Attorney General’s Public Protection and Advocacy Bureau, investigates and litigates cutting-edge issues in emerging technology. The Division works to address unfair or deceptive use of consumer data, to maintain data security and privacy, and to address technologies that can manipulate consumers, including minors.

Requirements

• Must be a member of the Massachusetts bar or eligible for admission in short order.
• Clear and persuasive written and oral communication skills and legal research capabilities.
• Effective organizational skills, time management abilities, and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate on differing matters with teams whose members have various experience levels and skill sets.
• Sound and thoughtful judgment and decision-making skills.
• Applicants must be Massachusetts Bar eligible at the time of application and must apply for admission before their start date.
• Candidates who are not yet admitted may be hired as ‘Counsel’ and must be admitted to the Massachusetts Bar within one year of their start date.
• The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve, and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Nice To Haves

• At least five (3) years (which may include judicial clerkships) of complex litigation experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with Massachusetts consumer protection laws and data security laws, preferred.
• While expertise in matters concerning technology is not required, a candidate should demonstrate an eagerness and ability to learn complex concepts and effectively explain them to a court, jury, or the public.

Responsibilities

• Independently, and as part of a team, take part in litigation and investigations surrounding data security, data privacy, and online or digital abuses.
• Advance case progress, through depositions, motion practice, and document productions.
• Learning new industries and technologies, investigating and identifying practices that may violate the law, collaborating with other state and federal enforcement entities, and negotiating resolutions that serve the public interest.
• Assist in educational and policy work to protect privacy interests and prevent the unfair and deceptive use of technology.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed