At Wilson Elser, we are redefining what it means to work at a national law firm. With more than 1,400 attorneys across 46 offices nationwide, we are recognized among the top 100 law firms by The American Lawyer and ranked #36 in the National Law Journal’s survey of the nation’s largest law firms.
Our continued success is built on a culture of collaboration, innovation, client service, and mutual respect. We are committed to fostering an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their careers, contribute meaningfully, and thrive professionally.
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 Attorney. While the position is based in our Chicago office, we welcome applicants from across the United States and are open to hires reporting to other regional offices if located elsewhere.
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. While experience with cyber class actions is preferred, it is not required; strong class action litigation experience is essential.
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 is preferred but not essential
- Excellent research and writing skills, including drafting briefs and dispositive motions
- Excellent oral communication skills
- Experience defending in data breach and other privacy class actions (including BIPA, CIPA, VPPA, etc.) is a plus
- Working knowledge of state and federal rules of civil procedure
- Highly organized and able to meet deadlines in multiple cases
- Team player
Why Join Wilson Elser?
- Meaningful Work: Handle sophisticated matters alongside experienced attorneys and partners
- Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive team environment that values mentorship and professional development
- Advancement: Gain opportunities for long-term growth within a nationally recognized firm
- Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible hybrid work arrangement that supports work-life balance
- Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive compensation, generous PTO, 401(k) match, and robust medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
- Additional Perks: Access to corporate discount programs and employee benefits
Skills Required
- 8+ years of complex litigation experience in state and federal courts
- JD from an accredited law school
- Class action litigation experience
- Excellent research and writing skills, including drafting briefs and dispositive motions
- Excellent oral communication skills
- Working knowledge of state and federal rules of civil procedure
- Highly organized and able to meet deadlines across multiple cases
- Team player
- Cybersecurity and data privacy background
- Experience defending data breach and other privacy class actions (BIPA, CIPA, VPPA, etc.)
What We Do
Wilson Elser is a preeminent defense litigation firm in the United States. The firm's attorneys handle a diverse array of defense and coverage matters, ranging from premises liability and bad faith coverage claims to large-scale program management. Known for taking on challenging and technical cases, Wilson Elser is recognized among the nation's most influential law firms in the Am Law 200 and NLJ 500.
