Counsel

Forward Financing•Boston, MA

2d•$131,000 - $164,000•Remote

About The Position

Forward Financing is a financial technology company based in Boston, Massachusetts with team members throughout the United States, Dominican Republic, and Canada. The company is on a mission to unlock the capital that fuels small businesses across America. Recognized as a Best Place to Work by Built In Boston and certified as a Great Place To Work®, Forward is investing in its employees, technology, and customer experience – with long-term success in mind every step of the way. As In-House Counsel, you will manage the Company’s arbitration caseload from inception to resolution and assist with various broader legal matters. Reporting to the Senior Managing Counsel, you will collaborate with a dedicated team of legal assistants and partner across departments with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

2+ years of experience as an attorney in a busy litigation or arbitration-centered practice.
Admitted to practice law in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and in good standing.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with senior management, colleagues, and external counsel.
Excellent writing and legal analytic skills.
Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
Effective in a fast-paced environment.
Adaptable.

Responsibilities

Draft and review all Arbitration documents including pleadings, legal briefing, and settlement agreements.
Embrace automation and AI-focused workflows to own a portfolio of 800+ Arbitration matters, following each case from inception to conclusion. Assist in guiding legal strategy.
Prepare all discovery production, engage in discovery conferences and motion practice as needed.
Oversee the preparation and submission of evidentiary documents.
Work to incorporate company-adopted AI tools into work management.
Assist with courtroom litigation or subpoenas involving the Company.
Provide assistance with various other general matters within the legal/account servicing department.
Communicate effectively with customers on escalated accounts and provide succinct updates to senior leadership.