Associate In-House Counsel

Veros Credit•Santa Ana, CA

64d•$95,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Chief Legal Officer, the Associate In-House Counsel will assist in handling in-house litigation, provide legal advice to various business units, and will be assigned other projects as needed. (In-House Position in Santa Ana, CA).

Requirements

Juris Doctorate and admission to the California State Bar required, however recent graduates awaiting California Bar Exam results will be considered.
0 - 3 years of law firm or in-house litigation experience required.
Strong legal writing and research skills using a variety of sources.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to interact with coworkers in a professional, tactful, and sensitive manner.
The ability to effectively communicate with outside counsel and opposing counsel, and to negotiate the resolution of issues.

Nice To Haves

Experience in consumer finance law is a plus.
Experience in direct commercial lending or real estate is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assist in handling in-house litigation from inception to final resolution, including trial.
Draft demand letters, responses to demands, discovery, pleadings, and law & motion.
Make court appearances as needed.
Assist the Chief Legal Officer with litigation strategy and resolution of claims; negotiate and draft settlement agreements.
Coordinate and advise outside counsel on pending litigation matters.
Work with business units to find creative solutions for legal issues.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Accident, Hospital, Indemnity Insurance
Short Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Transportation Reimbursement Benefit (Mass Transit, Carpool, and Plug-In Electric Vehicle)
Referral Bonus
Quarterly lunches
Daily fresh fruit
Office Starbucks Coffee/Latte/Espresso Machine
And a lot more!