Assistant General Counsel-Litigation & Banking Counsel
About The Position
MidFirst Bank is seeking an experienced attorney to join their Legal Department as Assistant General Counsel, supporting high-impact litigation matters and advising business partners across commercial and consumer banking. In this role, you will help shape litigation strategy for a leading privately held bank while also providing practical, business-forward counsel on lending, deposit products, private banking, trust/wealth services, and select employment-related matters. You will collaborate closely with leaders across the Bank, partner with other in-house attorneys, and manage outside counsel to drive strong outcomes and reduce risk. The role offers high visibility, meaningful impact, variety and growth across litigation, lending, deposit, and private banking topics, and the opportunity to be a trusted partner advising leaders and teams.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Active membership in good standing with the Oklahoma state bar association (or ability to obtain promptly, as applicable)
- 5+ years of legal experience with meaningful litigation experience
- Strong legal and business judgment, with the ability to balance business objectives and legal risk
- Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
- Discretion with sensitive and confidential information
- Exceptional organization and attention to detail
- Ability to manage a broad portfolio of matters and priorities
- Self-directed, collaborative, and intellectually curious, with a practical approach to problem-solving in a fast-paced environment
Nice To Haves
- Strong academic credentials preferred
- Banking, mortgage servicing, financial services, and/or commercial lending experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute litigation strategies to minimize legal exposure and protect the Bank’s interests
- Manage a portfolio of litigation matters, including reviewing pleadings, discovery, motions, and settlement documentation
- Advise management on resolution options; participate in mediations, settlement conferences, and negotiations, as appropriate
- Select, direct, and oversee outside counsel, including budgeting, performance expectations, and matter management
- Create and deliver trainings for business units, as needed, and stay current on legal and industry developments impacting the Bank
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
