Wilson Elser - Attorneys
Job Description
Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1300 attorneys in 43 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 100 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 36 in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. We're also Mansfield Certified Plus.
Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our
Cyber Class Action Associate Attorney
position in our
Orlando
Office.
This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.
The Position
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigation attorney who is eager for career advancement and to take on significant, substantive responsibilities in defending complex class actions, including cyber and privacy cases.
Key Responsibilities:
Defense of privacy lawsuits and data breach class actions filed in state and federal courts nationwide (including MDL proceedings)
Drafting and arguing dispositive motions, including motions to dismiss, motions to strike, opposing class certification, motions for summary judgment
Managing strategy and timelines for multiple class action cases and coordinating removal, consolidation, and case organization efforts
Preparing and responding to written discovery, taking and defending depositions, and working with expert witnesses
Participating in mediations for class action settlements, and drafting settlement papers for court approval
Qualifications
8+ years of complex litigation experience in state and federal courts
JD from an accredited law school is required
Class action litigation experience is required
Cybersecurity and data privacy background a plus
Excellent research and writing skills, including drafting briefs and dispositive motions
Excellent oral communication skills
Experience working on large-scale e-discovery cases
Experience defending in data breach and other privacy class actions (including BIPA, CIPA, VPPA, etc.)
Working knowledge of state and federal rules of civil procedure
Highly organized and able to meet deadlines in multiple cases
Team player
Why Should You Apply?
Flexibility:
Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
Benefits:
Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
Career Growth:
Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
Employee Perks:
Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current agreement in place. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com.
Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicant's race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users. You may review our Accessibility Policy here. California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here.
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Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our
Cyber Class Action Associate Attorney
position in our
Orlando
Office.
This position offers a flexible, hybrid working arrangement.
The Position
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced litigation attorney who is eager for career advancement and to take on significant, substantive responsibilities in defending complex class actions, including cyber and privacy cases.
Key Responsibilities:
Defense of privacy lawsuits and data breach class actions filed in state and federal courts nationwide (including MDL proceedings)
Drafting and arguing dispositive motions, including motions to dismiss, motions to strike, opposing class certification, motions for summary judgment
Managing strategy and timelines for multiple class action cases and coordinating removal, consolidation, and case organization efforts
Preparing and responding to written discovery, taking and defending depositions, and working with expert witnesses
Participating in mediations for class action settlements, and drafting settlement papers for court approval
Qualifications
8+ years of complex litigation experience in state and federal courts
JD from an accredited law school is required
Class action litigation experience is required
Cybersecurity and data privacy background a plus
Excellent research and writing skills, including drafting briefs and dispositive motions
Excellent oral communication skills
Experience working on large-scale e-discovery cases
Experience defending in data breach and other privacy class actions (including BIPA, CIPA, VPPA, etc.)
Working knowledge of state and federal rules of civil procedure
Highly organized and able to meet deadlines in multiple cases
Team player
Why Should You Apply?
Flexibility:
Hybrid work arrangements to support work-life blend
Benefits:
Outstanding benefits package, including 401k match and generous PTO plan
Career Growth:
Ample opportunities for professional development and advancement
Employee Perks:
Access to corporate discount plans and other benefits
Wilson Elser welcomes submissions of candidates for open positions exclusively from recruitment agencies with an active, signed fee agreement who have been granted access to a position through our dedicated Recruitment Agency Portal. We are unable to consider submissions from recruitment agencies without a current agreement in place. For collaboration inquiries or to establish an agreement, please contact us at talentacquisition@wilsonelser.com.
Wilson Elser is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. It is the Firm's policy that employment will be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Further, employment decisions will be made without regard to an applicant's race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, physical or mental disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, sex offenses, or stalking, past or present service in the uniformed services or application or obligation to serve in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Wilson Elser endeavors to make the Wilson Elser website accessible to any and all users. You may review our Accessibility Policy here. California Residents may review our CCPA notice for applicants and employees here.
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