Overview
Entry Level Legal Assistant Jobs in Sacramento, CA at Park Guenthart
The Position
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP is seeking a Mid to Senior-Level Associate or Senior Counsel with at least five years’ experience specifically handling privacy and cybersecurity issues to help grow its Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice Group. The attorney can be located in any of our offices.
The ideal candidate will have experience in the following areas:
Reviewing, updating or drafting security policies
Data breach prevention and risk-mitigation counseling, including tabletop design and delivery
Data breach investigation and response counseling
In-depth knowledge regulatory framework for key international, federal and state privacy laws (including requirements of all effective and pending state consumer data privacy laws, PCI-DSS, GLBA, HIPAA, and GDPR);
Implementation of key components of privacy and security compliance programs
Negotiation of complex information technology, licensing and outsourcing contacts, including privacy and data security clauses and key risk allocation issues such as indemnification and limitation on liability;
Advising clients in all industries on a wide variety of privacy and data security matters;
Advising on data governance strategies (retention, use policies, inventories, mapping);
Addressing privacy and cybersecurity due diligence issues in M&A transactions;
Drafting company terms of service and website privacy policies
The Company
This is an opportunity to work with the Best. We are Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP. We are a full-service law firm with more than 350 lawyers and technical professionals who work in collaborative, interdisciplinary practices to serve clients around the world. We work with companies in all kinds of industries, as well as trade associations, nonprofits, educational institutions, governments, family trusts, and high-net-worth individuals. Since our firm’s founding in 1848, we’ve continuously evolved to meet our clients’ changing needs and expectations. One thing remains the same: For generations, clients have relied on Michael Best for exceptional legal service and business acumen.
The Location
We have offices in Wisconsin (Milwaukee, Madison, Manitowoc, Waukesha); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Cottonwood Heights, Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver, Broomfield); Texas (Austin); and North Carolina (Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington); and Washington D.C. Our contemporary offices spaces are ideal for concentration and collaboration supporting our culture of working together to make great things happen for our Clients.
Job Requirements:
Bring Your Best
Knowledge Base & Education:
J.D. from an ABA accredited law school
Excellent academic credentials
At least 5 years’ experience handling privacy and cybersecurity issues
Privacy professional certification preferred but not required
Passion for staying up to date about the latest technology driven privacy and cybersecurity issues and trends
Adaptability:
Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change
Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team
Collaboration:
Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm
Communication:
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
Problem Solving Skills:
Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions
Agility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor
Professionalism
Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment
Other
Valid authorization to work in the U.S.
Why You Should Apply
At Michael Best, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that provides a variety of resources designed to enhance its employees’ overall well-being, both at work and at home. Competitive base pay, outstanding benefits, opportunities for learning and growth, programs designed to help you plan for the future, and perks that inspire your downtime are all part of our total compensation package.
Learning and Growth
Challenging and Dynamic Role
Career Development Planning
Professional Growth Opportunities
Performance Management and Coaching
Specialized Training Programs
Mentorship Program
Bar Exam/Bar Review Course Reimbursement
Health & Wellness
Medical
Dental
Vision Care
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Program
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Total Compensation
Competitive Base Pay
Outstanding Benefits
Unlimited PTO Plus 10 Paid Holidays
Performance Recognition
ABA, State and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement
Planning for the Future
401(k) with Company Contribution
Short Term Disability Plan
Long Term Disability Plan
Life Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Parental/Family Leave
Culture and Workplace
Respected Organization with Collaborative Culture
Growing Firm with an Exciting Future
Flexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remote up to 2.5 days per week)
Contemporary Work Environment
Positive and Respectful Work Climate
To be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal.
Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Michael Best Strategies LLC, and Michael Best Consulting LLC (collectively known as “Michael Best”) are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact our Recruiting team at 414.225.4999 or [email protected] to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
For Colorado applicants only (as required by the Colorado Equal Pay Act): The starting salary for associate positions in our Denver office is $190,000. Pay is determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, depth of experience in the practice area. Associates are eligible to participate in Michael Best’s associate bonus program, subject to the program’s conditions and restrictions. This position is considered full-time and is therefore eligible to participate in employer-sponsored benefits, including: medical, dental, vision, as well as elective/voluntary life, disability, and accident coverage. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in the firm’s 401k plan.
Title: Entry Level Legal Assistant
Company: Park Guenthart
Location: Sacramento, CA
