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Please refer qualified candidates to recruit@pierferd.com.

Privacy Tech E&O Litigator

Location: Open to any US location - CA, IL, TX preferred

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Experience representing clients in complex litigation involving data privacy, cyber security, and technology errors and omissions (E&O)

  • Senior-level knowledge of privacy laws, technology transactions, cybersecurity incidents, and professional liability

  • Strong litigation background, experience with regulatory investigations, and the ability to advise clients on risk mitigation strategies in the rapidly evolving landscape of privacy and technology law

  • Prior experience at an AmLaw 200, Law360 400, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (7 years out or more)

  • A portable book of $350K is preferred, but not required

  • Compensation: This is an equity partner position. Compensation is based on the firm's partner profit-sharing formula and is not salaried.

  • Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants who require accommodations during the application process should contact recruit@pierferd.com to request assistance.

  • Equal Opportunity Statement: Pierson Ferdinand is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Construction Litigator (Design Professional Clients)

Location: Open to any US location - Pacific Northwest preferred

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Construction law experience representing design professionals (architects, engineers, surveyors, etc.) against claims of professional negligence

  • Litigation generally involves contract claims over design changes alleged to have caused additional cost and/or delay in schedule, with some construction defect and bodily injury/wrongful death​

  • Mix of pre-trial workup (substantive/contentious motion practice/discovery, working closely with expert witnesses) and trial experience (federal, state, or tribal court, and/or arbitration)

  • Protean mind

  • Experience working with insurance carriers and coverage experience is a plus

  • Prior experience at an AmLaw 200, Law360 400, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (5 years out or more)

  • A minimum portable book of $350K is preferred, but not required

  • Compensation: This is an equity partner position. Compensation is based on the firm's partner profit-sharing formula and is not salaried.

  • Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants who require accommodations during the application process should contact recruit@pierferd.com to request assistance.

  • Equal Opportunity Statement: Pierson Ferdinand is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Copyright Litigation Partner

Location: Open to any US location

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Entertainment and intellectual property litigator with extensive experience representing top-tier clients in music, film, media, and corporate sectors

  • Skilled in handling complex copyright, trademark, privacy, and publicity disputes across federal and state courts

  • Trusted advisor on maximizing IP value and navigating digital media risks, offering strategic, dispute-avoidant counsel

  • Prior experience at an AmLaw 200, Law360 400, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (7 years out or more)

  • A minimum portable book of $350K

  • Compensation: This is an equity partner position. Compensation is based on the firm's partner profit-sharing formula and is not salaried.

  • Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants who require accommodations during the application process should contact recruit@pierferd.com to request assistance.

  • Equal Opportunity Statement: Pierson Ferdinand is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

International Arbitration Partner

Location: Flexible - Must be barred in the US or UK

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Prior experience at an AmLaw 200, Legal 500, Magic Circle, or GAR 100 / Chambers ranked firm in international arbitration (commercial or investor-state), respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm in the practice (7 years out or more)

  • A minimum portable book of $350K

  • Compensation: This is an equity partner position. Compensation is based on the firm's partner profit-sharing formula and is not salaried.

  • Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants who require accommodations during the application process should contact recruit@pierferd.com to request assistance.

  • Equal Opportunity Statement: Pierson Ferdinand is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment Counseling and Litigation Partner

Location: Oregon, Washington, California, North Carolina, and South Carolina

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Prior experience at an AmLaw 200, Law360 400, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (7 years out or more)

  • A minimum portable book of $350K

  • Compensation: This is an equity partner position. Compensation is based on the firm's partner profit-sharing formula and is not salaried.

  • Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants who require accommodations during the application process should contact recruit@pierferd.com to request assistance.

  • Equal Opportunity Statement: Pierson Ferdinand is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Employment Practices Liability Attorney

Location: California

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Prior experience at an AmLaw 200, Law360 400, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (5 years out or more)

  • A minimum portable book of $350K

  • Compensation: This is an equity partner position. Compensation is based on the firm's partner profit-sharing formula and is not salaried.

  • Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants who require accommodations during the application process should contact recruit@pierferd.com to request assistance.

  • Equal Opportunity Statement: Pierson Ferdinand is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Michigan-barred Litigators

Location: Michigan

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Prior experience at an AmLaw, regional, or boutique firm (7 years out or more)

  • A minimum portable book of $350K ($500-700K preferred for this role)

  • Commercial litigator (truly commercial, who litigates and tries cases with frequency) actively practices in Michigan

Georgia Commercial Litigation Partner

Location: Must reside and practice in Georgia

We are seeking a Georgia-admitted commercial litigator with a proven portable book and a track record of leading complex disputes from inception through appeal. A true courtroom generalist, you handle virtually any business matter in court and bring sound judgment, entrepreneurial drive, and strong client stewardship.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Lead and manage full‑lifecycle commercial litigation, including case assessment, pleadings, motions, discovery/ESI, depositions, witness preparation, hearings, trials, arbitrations, and appeals

  • Drive strategy and advocacy by drafting and arguing dispositive and strategic motions, and negotiating resolutions when appropriate

  • Advise clients on risk, exposure, and business impact; develop case budgets and staffing plans to ensure efficient execution

  • Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 or 200, Law360 400, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (5-7 years out or more)

  • A minimum portable book of $350K

Crypto/AI Transactional and Regulatory Lawyer (UK)

Location: UK

We are seeking a UK-qualified lawyer to advise on cutting-edge transactions and regulatory matters across cryptoassets, digital markets infrastructure, and AI-enabled products and services. The role involves guiding high-growth companies and established institutions through structuring, licensing, compliance, and commercial contracting in a rapidly evolving UK/EU regulatory landscape. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver pragmatic, risk-aware solutions that enable innovation at scale.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Demonstrable experience in crypto, fintech, or AI matters, including advising on UK/EU regimes (e.g., FSMA/FCA perimeter, AML/CTF, e-money/payment services, MiCA, GDPR/UK GDPR, and developments relating to the EU AI Act and UK AI assurance frameworks).

  • Strong transactional and commercial skills, including drafting and negotiating technology, data, and platform agreements, token/asset structuring, strategic partnerships, and venture or M&A deals involving digital assets or AI capabilities.

  • Proven regulatory advisory capability: authorization and licensing analyses, governance and risk frameworks, compliance programs, product counseling, and stakeholder engagement with regulators and industry bodies.

  • Prior experience at a Lawyer’s Top 200, ALM Global 200, Magic Circle, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (5-7 years out or more)

  • A minimum portable book of £300K

Commercial Litigation and Insurance Defense Partner

Location: Open to any US location - NJ preferred

We seek a seasoned litigator who has deep expertise in commercial litigation and insurance defense, command of insurer billing guidelines, and a demonstrated record in high-stakes litigation.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • A true self-starter who takes ownership end-to-end, operates with sound judgment under pressure, and excels in high-stakes, multi-jurisdictional matters

  • Lead and manage a national docket of complex commercial and insurance defense matters from intake through resolution, including, without limitation, client communication, motion practice, discovery, depositions, ADR, trial, and appeals

  • Own carrier and client reporting and compliance, including budgets, e-billing, guideline adherence, and audit-ready timekeeping and task coding

  • Develop and execute case strategy to drive efficient, favorable outcomes, including early resolution, dispositive motions, and settlement valuation in a value-add manner

  • Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 or 200, Law360 400, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (5-7 years in practice, at a minimum)

  • A minimum portable book of $200K preferred, but not required

  • Compensation: This is an equity partner position. Compensation is based on the firm's partner profit-sharing formula and is not salaried.

  • Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants who require accommodations during the application process should contact recruit@pierferd.com to request assistance.

  • Equal Opportunity Statement: Pierson Ferdinand is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

California Litigation Partners

Location: Must reside and practice in California

We are seeking 2 highly skilled California-licensed Litigation Partners to join our growing practice. The candidates must have a strong background in commercial litigation and be equally equipped with substantive experience handling insurance defense matters.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Lead and manage commercial litigation cases from inception through resolution

  • Handle insurance defense matters, including coverage analysis and defense strategy

  • Supporting with CA procedure and strategy, to include arguing motions with the court

  • Supporting discovery with CA specific objections

  • Potentially supporting with defending/taking depositions

  • Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 or 200, Law360 400, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (7 years out or more)

  • A minimum portable book of $300K

  • Compensation: This is an equity partner position. Compensation is based on the firm's partner profit-sharing formula and is not salaried.

  • Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants who require accommodations during the application process should contact recruit@pierferd.com to request assistance.

  • Equal Opportunity Statement: Pierson Ferdinand is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Colorado Commercial Litigation Partner

Location: Colorado

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Broad form commercial litigation experience

  • Handle business-related disputes from investigation through trial or settlement

  • Analyze contracts and issues to develop legal strategy and advise clients

  • Draft key litigation documents and coordinate with clients and legal teams

  • Self-starter, takes ownership, and comfortable in court

  • Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 or 200, Law360 400, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (7 years out or more)

  • A minimum portable book of $350K

California CIPA Defense Litigation Partner

Location: Candidate must reside and practice in California

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Experience in privacy litigation, insurance production, legal consulting, or a closely related field is required, with a demonstrated track record of originating and managing matters involving the California Invasion of Privacy Act, particularly court actions brought under Penal Code Section 637.2. Experience handling class action litigation, mass arbitration, or multi-plaintiff CIPA matters is strongly preferred.

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities, and a deep understanding of digital technologies—including cookies, tracking technologies, chatbot platforms, and session replay tools—given the nature of modern CIPA litigation.

  • Prior experience at an AmLaw 200, Law360 400, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (7 years out or more)

  • A portable book of $450K is preferred, but not required

  • Compensation: This is an equity partner position. Compensation is based on the firm's partner profit-sharing formula and is not salaried.

  • Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants who require accommodations during the application process should contact recruit@pierferd.com to request assistance.

  • Equal Opportunity Statement: Pierson Ferdinand is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Cyber Incident Response Partner

Location: Open to any US location - West Coast preferred

Pierson Ferdinand’s Cyber, Privacy & Technology group is hiring a partner level attorney to handle incident response matters as part of our growing cyber bench. You will serve as primary outside counsel to organizations responding to ransomware, business email compromises, vendor breaches, and other data security events, working directly with cyber insurance claim professionals, digital forensics and other vendors, and clients from first call through resolution.

This is a partner role at a firm built for elite senior lawyers. A portable book of business is preferred but not required. PierFerd’s cloud-based, tech-centric platform features competitive origination payouts, remote-first flexibility, and an efficient, flat governance structure. Be part of our award-winning CPT bench.

Role Overview:

  • Lead first-party incident response matters from intake through notification and regulator engagement.

  • Serve as primary contact for cyber insurance claim professionals who refer matters or assign you to clients.

  • Direct forensics, ransomware negotiation, restoration, PR, and notification vendors.

  • Manage breach notification analysis across federal, state, and international regimes.

  • Defend OCR, FTC and state AG investigations stemming from incidents.

  • Build and maintain your own client relationships with full firm support.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • 5+ years of practice, with meaningful first-party incident response experience at an AmLaw 200, recognized regional, or top cyber boutique.

  • Working knowledge of AI systems and legal tech strongly preferred.

  • Working knowledge of cyber insurance policies, sublimits, and coverage triggers.

  • Experience with regulatory investigations, including state AG and HHS-OCR matters.

  • CIPP/US, CIPP/E, or equivalent privacy credential preferred.

Why PierFerd CPT:

  • Transparent, algorithmic-based compensation.

  • Cloud platform with no office overhead allocation.

  • A tech-forward practice that actively leverages AI and legal tech in incident response workflows. We invest in tools that compress turnaround time, sharpen analysis, and let our partners practice at the top of their license.

  • A collaborative national bench across IR, regulatory, CIPA defense, and privacy litigation.

  • Active business development support and existing insurer relationships you can plug into on day one.

  • Compensation: This is an equity partner position. Compensation is based on the firm's partner profit-sharing formula and is not salaried.

  • Reasonable Accommodations: Applicants who require accommodations during the application process should contact recruit@pierferd.com to request assistance.

  • Equal Opportunity Statement: Pierson Ferdinand is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

To apply, send a CV and a brief note on your practice to recruit@pierferd.com. All inquiries confidential.