Associate - Litigation & AI Platform Regulation

Midlevel Platform Regulation & AI Litigation Associate | 3-7 Years | $260K-$420K Multiple Global Locations: NYC | SF | Chicago | DC My client is the go-to firm for tech companies facing regulatory scrutiny. They've been called "lawyers to the innovators" by the Financial Times, and their litigation department has won billions in verdicts while defending the world's most innovative companies. We're talking 425+ litigators across 18 offices who handle the cases that define how tech regulation actually works. They just brought in two former White House and Congressional investigators to build out their platform regulation and AI practice. That tells you how serious they are about this space. What makes this firm different for tech regulation work: Named Finalist for The American Lawyer's Litigation Department of the Year 7x Law360 Privacy Group of the Year Ranked Tier 1 for tech litigation by Chambers and Legal 500 They represent the companies actually building AI and platforms-not just defending them after the fact Deep experience with EU Digital Services Act, UK Online Safety Act, Australia Online Safety Act, EU AI Act One of their partners is recognized by Chambers as one of 20 Global Market Leaders for AI Seamless coordination between US and European offices on cross-border regulatory matters The role: You'll work on litigation and regulatory enforcement investigations involving platform regulation and AI matters for major tech companies. Think content moderation disputes, AI regulatory defense, online safety investigations, and government enforcement actions across multiple jurisdictions. Handle regulatory investigations by government agencies in the UK, EU, and US Litigate cases involving AI systems, platform content regulation, and online safety compliance Work directly with clients on compliance strategy and enforcement defense Lead significant projects with tech-fluent attorneys who actually understand how these systems work Collaborate with experts across privacy, product compliance, antitrust, and IP practices What they're looking for: 3-7 years of experience with tech-based investigations or litigation Strong interest or background in platform regulation (DSA, Online Safety Act, AI Act) Tech fluency-you should understand how platforms and AI systems actually function Experience with tech product counseling or online safety issues is helpful High-level academic achievement and exceptional analytical/writing skills Ability to engage directly with clients and manage complex matters Bar admission in relevant jurisdiction Why this matters now: Platform regulation and AI enforcement are exploding. The EU AI Act just started rolling out compliance requirements. Online safety laws are being enforced across multiple jurisdictions. Companies need lawyers who can navigate this stuff in real time-not figure it out as they go. This firm has positioned itself at the center of all of it. Their clients include the platforms and AI companies everyone's talking about. The offices and flexibility: Choose from New York, San Francisco, Chicago, or Washington DC. Each office has deep tech practices and works seamlessly across borders. The firm has nearly 1,400 lawyers globally, so you'll have real resources wherever you land. Compensation: Base range is $260K-$420K depending on location and experience. That doesn't include bonuses or the comprehensive benefits package. What you get beyond the paycheck: Work on precedent-setting cases that define how AI and platform regulation actually works Access to the firm's full-service capabilities-privacy, antitrust, IP, product compliance, all in-house Clients who are building the future of tech, not fighting yesterday's battles A culture that values innovation and collaboration (they've been ranked top workplaces in NYC and beyond) Training and professional development that's actually sophisticated If you're interested in platform regulation, AI, or online safety and want to work where this stuff is actually happening-not on the sidelines-this is the firm. They're hiring globally, so location flexibility is real. Tech regulatory enforcement isn't slowing down. The question is whether you want to be part of defining how it works.