Deputy Counsel
About The Position
We are a consumer protection law firm located in the Financial District of New York City, providing representation to consumers who have been harassed or otherwise deceived by creditors and debt collectors. With our growing firm, we offer you the opportunity to develop your career in a practice that is rich in variety and challenges. If you desire to work with other talented people who share a passion for professionalism and growth, then a career with us may be a perfect fit for you! We are looking for an experienced attorney to assist in managing our firm's internal legal and compliance matters. The ideal candidate is one with previous experience as in-house or general counsel, with a solid grasp on ethics and regulatory issues. This position imparts broad responsibilities in various areas of law spanning multiple jurisdictions. Because our firm’s headquarters are in New York, this position entails communicating with our main office exclusively via telephone and electronic means (e-mail, Microsoft Teams, etc.).
Requirements
- Must be currently admitted to practice law in New York
- Must be practicing law for a minimum of 5 years
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to partner with members at all levels of the organization
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills are a MUST
- Superior organizational & time-management skills to meet strict deadlines
- Prior civil litigation experience is required
- Highest ethical standards and professional integrity
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience as in-house or general counsel
- Solid grasp on ethics and regulatory issues
Responsibilities
- Assisting the firm’s management in supervising a heavy & diversified practice
- Providing strategic legal advice to the firm’s management
- Identifying proactive solutions to eliminate or mitigate risks
- Working directly with the Firm’s outside counsel
- Reviewing & drafting agreements, legal memoranda, policies, etc.
- Research relating to simple and complex legal, ethics, and regulatory issues
Benefits
- Compensation is competitive and commensurate with expertise and previous experience
- Training & Guidance
- Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
- 401K Benefits with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Pre-tax Transit Benefits
- Business Casual Dress Code
- An incredible team of smart and supportive people!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
