Staff Attorney, Litigation

1 week ago

Los Angeles, California, United States Steptoe LLP Full time

Steptoe LLP ("Steptoe") is seeking an experienced litigator with at least 5+ years of experience for a Staff Attorney position in its Century City or Los Angeles office. Alternate locations and fully-remote work also will be considered for otherwise qualified applicants. The Staff Attorney will primarily assist with litigating and settling consumer financial services litigation matters on behalf of financial institutions, under the supervision of Partners in Steptoe's Consumer Litigation practice group.

The Staff Attorney's responsibilities will include day-to-day management of individual litigation and arbitration matters, including reviewing daily litigation correspondence and pleadings and reporting time-sensitive issues to the Partner in charge; managing the litigation calendar and ensuring all deadlines are met; document review; supervising local counsel; drafting pleadings and motions; and preparing and responding to discovery. Settlement responsibilities include communicating regularly with opposing counsel to enter into settlements; preparing client settlement recommendations and drafting settlement agreements. Court appearances and attendance at arbitration merits hearings may be required.

Candidates should have strong academic credentials, excellent writing and analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, be capable of multitasking, and be comfortable dealing with opposing counsel. Experience handling arbitration matters in JAMS or AAA, defending financial institutions and other commercial clients against claims alleging violations of consumer protection, banking and/or privacy laws, and/or experience in bankruptcy court (including adversary proceedings) is preferred.

A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required. Membership in the local State bar, active and in good standing, is also required. Membership in the Florida State Bar, active and in good standing, is a plus. For consideration, please submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.

We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits in a collegial working environment that provides training and mentorship. The anticipated salary range is $170,000 to $240,000. The actual base salary offered will be dependent upon the applicant's experience and qualifications, as well as other job-related factors, including but not limited to, relevant skills, education, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, geographic location.

Steptoe offers a full range of benefits for employees and their eligible dependents. Benefits currently include: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, dependent care, health care flexible spending accounts, 401K Plan, Profit-Sharing, Paid Time-Off and a robust Wellness Program.

Steptoe LLP is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any basis proscribed by applicable statutes.

Steptoe LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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