Senior Counsel, Litigation

The Senior Counsel, Litigation will independently manage a portfolio of complex litigation and pre-litigation matters under the direction of the Senior Counsel, Consumer Advisory and Litigation. This role develops case strategies, directs outside counsel, coordinates discovery, negotiates resolutions, prepares settlement recommendations, monitors litigation data and budgets, and advises business partners on litigation risk.

What You Will Do

The Senior Counsel, Litigation will independently assess and manage a portfolio of complex consumer litigation and pre-litigation matters, develop and execute case strategies, retain and direct outside counsel, conduct legal and factual research, lead and coordinate discovery activities, engage in direct negotiations, and provide functional guidance to litigation support staff.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in civil litigation, experience in consumer finance, financial services, consumer protection, or another regulated industry, and advanced knowledge of civil litigation and applicable consumer finance, consumer protection, privacy, and information-security laws and regulations.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
• Admission to the California State Bar preferred
• Minimum 8 years of progressively responsible experience in civil litigation
• Experience in consumer finance, financial services, consumer protection, or another regulated industry
• Experience advising on federal and state consumer-finance and consumer-protection laws and regulations
• Advanced knowledge of civil litigation and applicable consumer finance, consumer protection, privacy, and information-security laws and regulations
• Strong legal research, analysis, issue-spotting, risk assessment, and negotiation skills
• Ability to independently evaluate complex matters and develop practical litigation and resolution strategies
• Sound judgment in balancing legal risk, business priorities, cost, and operational considerations
• Ability to clearly communicate complex legal issues, direct outside counsel, and influence business partners
• Strong organization and technology skills, with the ability to manage multiple matters, budgets, deadlines, and litigation reporting

Benefits

• Hybrid flexibility – 4 days in office, 1 day remote
• Vehicle perks – monthly vehicle allowance plus purchase and lease discounts
• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans
• Employer-funded HSA contributions to help reduce healthcare costs
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting from day one
• 100% company-paid life and disability insurance
• Wellbeing benefits including fitness and health resources
• Leadership programs and career development that support continuous learning
• Paid Volunteer Time Off and a company charitable donation in your honor