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Cyber, Privacy & Technology Litigation Partner

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

Pierson Ferdinand’s Cyber, Privacy & Technology group is hiring a partner level attorney to defend companies and technology providers in privacy, cyber and media liability disputes as part of our growing CPT bench. You will handle CIPA and wiretap defense, technology errors and omissions matters, cyber incident-driven litigation, and media liability claims, working across class actions, mass arbitration, and single-plaintiff matters from intake 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, AI-native platform features competitive origination payouts, remote-first flexibility, and an efficient, flat governance structure. Be part of our award-winning CPT bench.

Role Overview:

  • Defend wrongful collection including California “CIPA claims” under Penal Code Section 637.2, including matters involving session replay, chatbots, tracking pixels, and third-party technologies.

  • Litigate technology E&O and professional liability claims against technology developers and service providers.

  • Handle cyber litigation stemming from data breaches and security incidents, including consumer class actions and B2B disputes.

  • Defend media liability matters, including copyright and trademark infringement, defamation, and related content-based claims.

  • Manage class action, mass arbitration, and multi-plaintiff dockets through dispositive motions, class certification, and resolution.

  • Advise clients on litigation risk, damages exposure, and mitigation strategy across the cyber, privacy, and technology landscape.

  • Monitor legislative and judicial developments affecting CIPA, CCPA, CPRA, and related privacy frameworks.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • 5+ years of practice, with meaningful privacy, cyber, or technology litigation experience at an AmLaw 200, recognized regional, or top boutique firm.

  • Demonstrated track record originating and managing wrongful collection, data breach liability, technology E&O, or other cyber-related litigation. Class action, mass arbitration, or multi-plaintiff experience strongly preferred.

  • Familiarity with digital technologies underlying modern cyber and privacy litigation, including cookies, tracking pixels, chatbot platforms, and session replay tools.

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

  • Senior-level knowledge of privacy law, technology transactions, professional liability, and media liability.

  • California licensure valued for the CIPA component. Candidates in IL and TX are also encouraged given active litigation in those jurisdictions.

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

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.

Construction Litigator Partner (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 Practices Liability Partner

Location: California

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Defend employers, insurers, and policyholders in employment practices liability matters, including claims of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination

  • Provide counsel on EPL insurance coverage, risk mitigation, and claims management strategies

  • Handle all aspects of litigation, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, hearings, mediation, and trial

  • 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.

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: Must reside in the NY tri-state area (NY/NJ/CT) with the ability to appear in NY courts when needed

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:

  • Broad form litigation experience, including extensive experience in general liability and insurance defense cases, including personal injury/Labor Law matters

  • Handle litigation matters from investigation through trial or settlement

  • Analyze and evaluate claims to develop legal strategy and advise clients and insurance carriers on efficient resolutions

  • Defend and take depositions, draft all key litigation documents and coordinate with clients, insurance carriers, and legal teams at all stages of litigation

  • Self-starter, takes ownership, and comfortable in court; trial experience preferred

  • 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 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.

Employment Partner (UK)

Location: UK

We seek a senior Employment Partner in London to act as a strategic adviser to UK-based and multinational employers on complex domestic and international employment law matters. Successful candidates bring deep technical expertise, practical guidance, strong commercial judgment, and a relationship-led approach, with the ability to guide clients through sensitive employee relations issues, cross-border projects, workforce change, and evolving employment models.

The firm operates a client-centric model in a fully remote environment with strong internal collaboration to deliver client results based on consensus and driven by partner-led teams. Physical offices are available as needed in the City of London for client meetings, and the London and US partners have opportunities for periodic in-person meetings. Many of the firm’s Partners come from the world’s preeminent law firms, in-house departments, and strategic government agencies.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Strong track record advising UK and multinational employers on domestic and international employment matters, including employee relations, difficult exits, grievances, disciplinary issues, performance management, and workplace investigations.

  • Experience leading or coordinating multi-jurisdictional employment projects, including redundancy and transformation programs, site closures or relocations, compliance reviews, international mobility, and immigration-related employment issues.

  • Familiarity with employment issues affecting global and evolving workforces, including gender pay reporting, background checks, remote and hybrid working, and innovative employment models.

  • Successful partner candidates typically have material experience (7+ years’ experience) gained in Magic Circle/Silver Circle and AmLaw 100/200 law firms. Given the practice area, preeminent boutique practices at niche and specialist mid-market firms are also desirable. Rankings from Chambers and/or Legal 500 are also helpful validation of client service.

  • A minimum portable book commensurate with practice experience is essential. Most successful candidates have client followings >£300K+.

California Private Client Services Partner

Location: Candidate must reside and practice in California

We are seeking a Private Client Services Partner to join our team. The ideal candidate will reside and practice in California. This senior-level role involves expanding our private client practice, advising high-net-worth individuals, families, and fiduciaries on complex estate planning, asset protection, wealth transfer, and tax matters. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to clients navigating multi-generational wealth strategies and contribute to business development efforts. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s private client offerings in one of the most dynamic markets in the country.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Experience advising high-net-worth individuals and families on estate planning, estate and trust administration, asset protection, and tax-efficient wealth transfer strategies.

  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a book of business, with a strong network of client relationships and referral sources in the California market.

  • Deep familiarity with California tax and trust law, including community property rules, state income tax planning, and fiduciary litigation considerations.

  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and collaborating with tax advisors, financial planners, and family office professionals to deliver comprehensive client solutions.

  • 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 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.

Litigation and/or Employment Partners

Location: Must be able to work from Maryland, D.C., or Virginia

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Represent clients in civil and/or commercial litigation matters in state and federal courts in Maryland, Virginia, and/or D.C.

  • Manage all phases of litigation, including case strategy, pleadings, discovery, motion practice, hearings, settlement negotiations, and trial.

  • Provide legal counsel to clients on dispute resolution, risk assessment, and compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

  • Prior experience at an AmLaw 200, Law360 400, respected regional or sophisticated boutique firm (5 years since 1st bar admission or more).

  • A minimum portable book of $350K.

Texas Litigation Partner

Location: Candidate must reside in Texas-Dallas/Ft. Worth area

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Partner to join our Texas practice, based in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This is an immediate need for a proven litigator who can step in, manage a diverse caseload, and hit the ground running. The successful candidate will work alongside a collaborative team of litigators, handle sophisticated disputes from inception through trial, and have the opportunity to build and expand their practice with the firm's support, resources, and business development platform.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Insurance defense and trial experience required, including first- and third-party coverage matters.

  • Demonstrated first-chair or significant second-chair jury trial experience, along with familiarity with arbitration and mediation.

  • Self-starter who takes ownership of matters, manages client relationships independently, and is comfortable appearing in court.

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

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

  • Immediate availability strongly preferred.

New York Litigation Partner

Location: Must reside in the NY tri-state area (NY/NJ/CT) with the ability to appear in NY courts when needed

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Broad form litigation experience, including extensive experience in general liability and insurance defense cases, including personal injury/Labor Law matters.

  • Handle litigation matters from investigation through trial or settlement.

  • Analyze and evaluate claims to develop legal strategy and advise clients and insurance carriers on efficient resolutions.

  • Defend and take depositions, draft all key litigation documents and coordinate with clients, insurance carriers, and legal teams at all stages of litigation.

  • Self-starter, takes ownership, and comfortable in court; trial experience preferred.

  • 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 preferred, but not required.

Commercial Litigation and Insurance Defense Partner

Location: Must be barred and reside in California, Texas, Georgia, or South Carolina

We seek a seasoned litigator who has at least 5+ years of experience in commercial litigation, professional liability, and general liability defense. The role requires the design and implementation of aggressive but realistic litigation strategies, command of insurer billing guidelines, and the fortitude to zealously advocate for the client’s position.

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 is comfortable learning and operating within the rules of jurisdictions outside their home state.

  • An interest in, and proven track record of, understanding technical and medical science sufficient to work with experts to develop defense themes.

  • 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+ years in practice, at a minimum).

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

Employment Counseling and Litigation Partners

Location: California, Washington, Oregon, Utah, Colorado, Michigan, North Carolina and South Carolina

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

  • Advise employers on compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, policies, investigations, and risk management strategies

  • Represent clients in employment litigation, including discrimination, harassment, wage and hour, noncompete, and wrongful termination matters

  • Draft and negotiate employment-related agreements and oversee complex cases management from pre-litigation through resolution

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

  • Employment Practices Liability (EPL) and insurance defense experience strongly preferred

  • A minimum portable book of $450K

Commercial Litigation Partners

Location: Must reside and practice in California, Colorado or Michigan

We are seeking highly skilled Litigation Partners licensed in California, Colorado or Michigan 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 $450K