Privacy, Technology and IP Attorney

Wilson Elser - Attorneys•Los Angeles, CA

9d•$180,000 - $210,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Wilson Elser seeks an attorney with a strong litigation background to join its national Intellectual Property and Technology Team. The team handles intellectual property and technology transactional law and litigation, privacy, AI and data governance, internet law, advertising law, and related industry-specific matters. The role is available in the firm's Los Angeles or Orange County, California offices and offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement. The position is full-time and includes eligibility for the firm's benefits package and discretionary bonuses.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
Admission to practice in California.
5–15 years of experience in intellectual property litigation.
Federal or state court litigation experience, including demonstrated experience writing and arguing motions.
Experience taking and defending depositions.
Excellent analytical, writing, client service, and professional communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with privacy, AI and data governance, and/or data privacy litigation; interest in developing expertise in these areas is also noted.
Experience with advertising law, art law, fashion law, internet law, and/or transactional matters.
Demonstrated thought leadership in intellectual property.
Legal project management experience.

Responsibilities

Manage a litigation caseload and counsel clients on intellectual property, data privacy, technology, and AI governance and compliance.
Work with attorneys and partners on legal projects.
Participate in prosecuting and defending lawsuits involving copyrights, trademarks, trade secrets, trade libel, data privacy (including online tracking technologies), and rights of privacy and publicity.
Advise clients on data privacy compliance, AI governance, and data governance, including preparing and reviewing privacy notices, internal privacy and security policies, procedures and controls, third-party risk management, risk assessments, and client training.
Advise clients on transactional matters, including purchase and sale agreements for creative assets, collaboration agreements, software development agreements, and licensing agreements.
Communicate with clients and provide status reports.