data privacy lawyer

Ellis-Wake

Job Details NEW to Ellis-Wake 2026 : having placed recently with this firm we need a senior / partner level Common Law Data Privacy / Protection / IP Partner level lawyer for this special company in central Dubai (high Corporate 8+ PQE (no tax it would be obvious to say the current trend re the forever changing global market is tricky, whether it is the current situation, AI, law firms floating, law firms getting larger or more niche so this is an understandable time to carve a career out in the SUN AND IN HOUSE (!).In addition, the current economic and political situation is uncertain - obvious, I know, with current affairs ongoing, but why not change your total setting with a bumper pay packet! This role is based within the corporate commercial team, but as the data privacy lead and will be working with a relatively new partner in place so the opportunity to grow together will be on the cards solid London or good Commonwealth experience is needed. Based in the City of London, Dan qualified as a solicitor in 2003 and is the owner of one of the longest serving legal recruitment agencies in London and the South East of England, Ellis-Wake. He regularly advises his clients on the complexity of the legal market, on their strategic future and is a known 'connector' and 'influencer' in the recruitment market. Dan's experience stretches back to 2004 and he's seen many significant changes in Global and local legal and recruitment markets and has recruited successfully in all of them. If this role is of interest please contact Dan Wake (Director) in confidence at or on() . Ellis-Wake acts as an employment agency for permanent roles.

In House : Dubai, Partner level In House, Data Protection, Privacy, IT, IP, GCC Regional Experience

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP

<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div>The Position
Michael Best &amp; Friedrich LLP is seeking a Senior Counsel with at least seven years' experience specifically handling privacy and cybersecurity issues to help grow its Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice Group. The attorney should be located in Milwaukee. 
 The ideal candidate will have experience in the following areas:<ul><li>
Reviewing, updating or drafting security policies</li><li>
Data breach prevention and risk-mitigation counseling, including tabletop design and delivery</li><li>
Data breach investigation and response counseling</li><li>
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);</li><li>
Implementation of key components of privacy and security compliance programs</li><li>
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;</li><li>
Advising clients in all industries on a wide variety of privacy and data security matters;</li><li>
Advising on data governance strategies (retention, use policies, inventories, mapping);</li><li>
Addressing privacy and cybersecurity due diligence issues in M&amp;A transactions;</li><li>
Drafting company terms of service and website privacy policies</li></ul> 
The Company
This is an opportunity to work with the Best. We are Michael Best &amp; 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&rsquo;s founding in 1848, we&rsquo;ve continuously evolved to meet our clients&rsquo; 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 (Green Bay, Milwaukee, Madison, Waukesha); California (Los Angeles); Illinois (Chicago); Utah (Salt Lake City); Colorado (Denver); Nebraska (Lincoln); 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.
</div></div><div><div>Job Requirements:
</div><div>Bring Your Best
Knowledge Base &amp; Education:<ul><li>
J.D. from an ABA accredited law school</li><li>
Excellent academic credentials</li><li>
At least 5 years' experience handling privacy and cybersecurity issues</li><li>
Privacy professional certification preferred but not required</li><li>
Passion for staying up to date about the latest technology driven privacy and cybersecurity issues and trends</li></ul> 
Adaptability:<ul><li>
Ability to learn and embrace new skills and best practices as the position evolves and Firm needs change</li><li>
Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines</li><li>
Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team</li></ul>
Collaboration:<ul><li>
Ability to develop relationships and foster teamwork at all levels of the Firm</li></ul>
Communication:<ul><li>
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff</li><li>
Excellent oral and written communication skills</li><li>
Ability to manage confidential information and sensitive situations with tact and discretion</li><li>
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills</li></ul>
 Problem Solving Skills:<ul><li>
Ability and confidence to identify and analyze issues, make decisions, and initiate actions/solutions</li><li>
Agility to respond to unexpected challenges, including proactively developing innovative solutions to complex problems while maintaining a professional demeanor</li></ul> 
Professionalism<ul><li>
Ability to maintain composure and demonstrate good judgment</li></ul>
Other<ul><li>
Valid authorization to work in the U.S.</li></ul> 
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&rsquo; 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.<div><div><div>
Learning and Growth<ul><li>
Challenging and Dynamic Role</li><li>
Career Development Planning</li><li>
Professional Growth Opportunities</li><li>
Performance Management and Coaching</li><li>
Specialized Training Programs</li><li>
Mentorship Program</li><li>
Bar Exam/Bar Review Course Reimbursement</li></ul></div><div> 
Health &amp; Wellness<ul><li>
Medical</li><li>
Dental</li><li>
Vision Care</li><li>
Health Savings Accounts</li><li>
Flexible Spending Accounts</li><li>
Wellness Program</li><li>
Employee and Family Assistance Program</li></ul></div></div><div><div> 
Total Compensation<ul><li>
Competitive Base Pay</li><li>
Outstanding Benefits</li><li>
Unlimited PTO Plus 10 Paid Holidays</li><li>
Performance Recognition</li><li>
ABA, State and Local Bar Membership Fee Reimbursement</li></ul></div><div> 
Planning for the Future<ul><li>
401(k) with Company Contribution</li><li>
Short Term Disability Plan</li><li>
Long Term Disability Plan</li><li>
Life Insurance</li><li>
Critical Illness Insurance</li><li>
Parental/Family Leave</li></ul></div></div><div><div> 
 Culture and Workplace<ul><li>
Respected Organization with Collaborative Culture</li><li>
Growing Firm with an Exciting Future</li><li>
Flexible Remote Work Policy (Ability to work remote up to 2.5 days per week)</li><li>
Contemporary Work Environment</li><li>
Positive and Respectful Work Climate</li></ul></div></div> 
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To be considered for this position, please submit an application via our online portal.
Recruitment Agencies: Michael Best is not accepting unsolicited agency resumes for this position. Please do not forward resumes to our careers email address or any Firm employees. Michael Best is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Data Privacy Senior Counsel

Hedin

Boutique litigation firm seeks an associate of 1-5 years of experience with an interest in prosecuting high-stakes class actions in the consumer protection, data privacy, and antitrust fields.Responsibilities will include briefing complex legal issues in federal and state courts, performing advanced legal research, attending court hearings, depositions and mediations at locations throughout the country, and developing innovative theories for new cases.Candidates should have superior writing and research skills, a creative intellect, and an entrepreneurial drive. A judicial clerkship is preferred but not required. Compensation will meet or exceed the market for associates at other plaintiffs-side firms, and will include performance-based origination bonuses capable of significantly increasing total annual compensation.This position is specifically for an attorney admitted to practice in the United States District Court for the District of Utah. Only attorneys admitted to practice in that jurisdiction will be considered.To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, list of references, and two writing samples.Job Type: Full-timePay: $125,000.00 - $135,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Are you admitted to the United States District Court for the District of Utah?</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>license to practice law in Utah (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: Remote

Class Action Associate

Rocket Lawyer

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 About Rocket Lawyer
 
 
 
 We believe everyone deserves access to affordable and simple legal services. Founded in 2008, Rocket Lawyer is the largest and most widely used online legal service platform in the world. With offices in North America, South America, and Europe, Rocket Lawyer has helped over 30 million people create over 50 million legal documents, and get their legal questions answered.
 
 
 We are in a unique position to enhance and expand the Rocket Lawyer platform to a scale never seen before in the company&rsquo;s history, to capture audiences worldwide. We are expanding our team to take on this challenge!
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking to expand the number of attorneys we work with nationwide to provide legal advice under the Rocket Lawyer brand to our individual and our small and midsize business customers.
 
 
 This is a remote, independent contractor role; you would not be a Rocket Lawyer employee. Our technology platform connects you with customers who bring to us a wide variety of legal issues; we provide quality service to those customers at affordable rates. We handle the customer acquisition tasks and back office functions so you can focus on what you do best -- helping people resolve issues and navigate the complexities of doing business. Onboarding is simple, and we can start connecting you with free prospective clients immediately!
 
 
 
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 You&rsquo;ll work remotely (we&rsquo;ll send customers to you; you work with them on a schedule that works for you and the customer)
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 You are experienced in your area of law with at least 1 year of practical experience in advising individuals and businesses in a given area of expertise (we&rsquo;re looking for lawyers of all experience levels)
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 You have a client-first mentality and a willingness to go the extra mile to ensure customer satisfaction and success
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 You are tech-savvy enough to learn and use our tools and processes to help streamline the customer experience
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 You have a willingness to learn new areas as the need arises
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 You hold an active license and are in good standing with your local state bar, with a clean disciplinary history
 
 
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 Real Estate Law
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 Family Law
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 Estate Planning, Wills &amp; Trusts
 
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 Rocket Lawyer is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we never discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, military or veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We particularly welcome applications from veterans and military spouses.
 
 
 
 
 All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
 
 
 
 
 You may request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to
 
 
 hr@rocketlawyer.com
 
 
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 By applying for this position, your data will be processed as per Rocket Lawyer Privacy Policy.
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Freelance Attorney: Ask a Lawyer

Legal Route - Global Legal Recruitment

Overview This global health care group is seeking a talented and dynamic counsel to join and lead the Data Protection legal team for this arm of their business. The role involves advising across the business on various legal risks and obligations under data protection and regulatory laws across the MENA region and beyond. The role is a great opportunity for any candidate who is keen to tackle some of today's toughest and important legal challenges in this cutting-edge area of law. You must have flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and organizational needs. In addition, you must have the ability to operate independently in a small but growing international legal team, working on issues in a vibrant, fast-paced environment. This role will provide strategic and tactical legal counseling to internal legal, product, operations and business teams on a range of privacy, data protection, and security related legal and compliance initiatives and disputes for the group of companies. This role will also be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with data protection regulators throughout both the Middle East and globally. This is a full-time position based in Abu Dhabi. Responsibilities <ul><li>Assist healthcare product lawyers in evaluating the impact of privacy laws, regulatory guidance and enforcement actions, and other related guidelines on product features</li><li>Support members of the legal, business, and policy teams on privacy and security-related legal matters, including areas related to partnerships, acquisitions, integrations, and other business development opportunities</li><li>Develop regulatory strategy in connection with new product features and initiatives, and coordinate responses to inquiries from data protection regulators in those regions</li><li>Drive high-profile and high-impact projects involving privacy analysis and compliance with stakeholders across the business, policy, legal, communications, security, and other departments</li><li>Work with the wider legal team on regulatory and data protection matters</li><li>Help draft and oversee the development and management of the business (and its affiliates') terms and data policies across the full range of the healthcare providers' different products</li><li>Help develop and conduct general and role-specific data protection trainings across the business</li></ul> Minimum Qualifications <ul><li>8+ years of legal experience, including at a law firm and/or prior in-house experience with internet or technology companies (applicable regulatory, or product counseling will be considered)</li><li>Experience with global privacy laws, regulations, and industry guidelines, especially including those relevant for the healthcare environment</li><li>Lawyer qualified to practice law in at least one jurisdiction in the Middle East. (UK / US / Australia / Canada and Ireland etc)</li><li>Ability to prioritize work and provide advice under deadlines</li><li>Business judgment and client counseling experience</li></ul> Preferred Qualifications <ul><li>In-depth knowledge of legal issues in the area of healthcare / medical devices / laboratories including an excellent understanding of regional or country specific data protection laws in the Middle East and/or globally</li><li>Industry or government experience working directly with data protection authorities in the Middle East and/or Africa</li><li>Experience in driving and managing large-scale data protection projects across multiple jurisdictions is a plus</li><li>Excellent problem-solving, written and oral communication and interpersonal skills</li></ul>

Data Protectio / Regulatory Lawyer - Health Care Group - Abu Dhabi

Re7 Capital

<div>Re7 Capital is a London-based crypto-asset investment firm. We operate a range of innovative investment strategies at the frontier of digital assets, underpinned by proprietary data infrastructure and deep domain expertise. Our team brings together institutional finance experience, DeFi-native insight, and advanced analytics.
We&rsquo;re hiring a Head of Legal who will report directly to the COO to lead legal, regulatory, and operational activities across the firm. This is a senior, cross-functional role supporting fund regulation, compliance, commercial structuring, and strategic execution across multiple jurisdictions. You&rsquo;ll work closely with leadership, team members and external partners to ensure Re7 operates with institutional-grade precision as we continue to expand globally.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Responsibilities:</h3><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Legal &amp; Compliance</h3><ul>
<li>Manage regulatory licensing and cross-jurisdictional legal structures.</li>
<li>Challenge and support commercial deal structuring and negotiation.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance across sales, marketing and corporate communications.</li>
<li>Advise on legal and regulatory aspects of product development.</li>
<li>Handle legal entity governance, new structures, IP protection, and data privacy compliance.</li>
</ul>
Requirements<ul>
<li>
5+ years of legal and operations experience within crypto, asset management or financial services</li>
<li>Appreciation of digital assets and crypto-native legal frameworks.</li>
<li>Qualified lawyer or equivalent experience in a senior legal function.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of financial regulations across multiple jurisdictions (e.g. FCA, SEC, MiCA, offshore fund regimes).</li>
<li>Proven experience managing legal entity structuring, fund governance, and cross-border operations.</li>
<li>Hands-on experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.</li>
<li>Familiarity with data privacy regulations and IP protection.</li>
<li>Experience working with external counsel and regulators.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Attributes:</h3><ul>
<li>Organised and able to manage multiple concurrent legal and compliance work-streams.</li>
<li>Strategic mindset, understanding commercial opportunities and turning into clear action plans.</li>
<li>Able to advise and make decisions quickly</li>
<li>Detail-orientated and risk-focused on commercial and reputational matters</li>
<li>Clear communicator of complex legal topics</li>
<li>Collaborative and proactive team player</li>
<li>Hands-on with a proactive, &lsquo;roll up your sleeves&rsquo; attitude</li>
<li>Effective in lean, high-performance teams</li>
<li>Committed to innovation and process improvement</li>
</ul>
Benefits<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Benefits:</h3><ul>
<li>Remote-first with freedom to drive impact and grow with the business (ideally within 3 hours of GMT/BST)</li>
<li>Work with some of the smartest minds in DeFi - low-ego, mission-aligned, and results-driven</li>
<li>Collaborative, fast-paced environment at the forefront of decentralised finance</li>
<li>Opportunities to grow in a rapidly evolving industry</li>
<li>Competitive package</li>
<li>UK visa sponsorship for exceptional candidates</li></ul></div>

Head of Legal

getirfinans

<div>
 
 
 getirfinans
 
 operates within Banking as a Service model, having established partnerships with players at banking sector.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Do
 
 
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 Collaborate closely with relevant business teams to provide legal and regulatory compliance advice for new product launches and the delivery of fast-moving fintech services.
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 Offer consultancy on matters such as banking law, employment law, advertisement law, consumer protection law, privacy law, and investment practices.
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 Actively participate in compliance and risk management initiatives as necessary.
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 Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with vendors, including non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), procurement and supply contracts, software/intellectual property licensing contracts, and others.
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 Engage in the development, implementation, and maintenance of internal policies, including those relevant to personal data protection.
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 Monitor and follow up on legal cases, draft and lodge briefs, attend court hearings as required.
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 Execute corporate governance matters, including drafting board resolutions, managing shareholder relations, preparing general assembly meetings, and filing MERS&Idot;S filings.
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 Draft responses to requests from judicial or other official bodies, including courts, consumer arbitration committees and enforcement offices.
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 What You&rsquo;ll Bring
 
 
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 Be licensed to work as a lawyer in T&uuml;rkiye.
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 Possess a business-oriented mindset and strong problem-solving abilities.
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 Have more than 5 years of post-qualification experience, with at least 2 years in-house at a financial institution, payment service provider, or fintech company.
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 Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate in both Turkish and English.
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 Demonstrated ability both in litigation and legal correspondence.
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 Demonstrated ability in Corporate Law, especially preparation and registration of general assembly meetings as well as drafting BoD resolutions.
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 Strong understanding of key legal areas: Banking Law and Open Banking, MASAK regulations, KVKK compliance, E-commerce Law, Advertisement Regulations, Consumer Protection Law, Employment Law
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 What getirfinans Offers
 
 
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 A unique opportunity to work in a people-first startup environment within a fintech business poised to revolutionize the delivery of financial services.
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 The chance to contribute to the development of the legal framework of an innovative fintech company.
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 Dynamic, technology-driven environment with ambitious growth plans.
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 Collaborative culture focused on innovation, compliance, and continuous learning
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 Diversity makes us stronger. Our diverse cultures, backgrounds, beliefs, values, abilities, and lifestyles help us learn from each other. We&rsquo;re proud to strive for a genuinely diverse and inclusive workplace. We know we can do better though. That&rsquo;s why we hire and promote people with equity and equality in mind.
 
 
 
 
 
 
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