Consumer Financial Services Attorney

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an experienced Litigation Attorney to join its Consumer Financial Services Practice Group in New Orleans, LA. This position offers flexibility for remote, hybrid, or in-person work arrangements.

Duties

• Manage all aspects of case files from inception through resolution.
• Handle court appearances and depositions regularly.
• Draft pleadings, discovery demands, motions, and appeals.
• Communicate with clients and provide status reports.
• Conduct thorough case assignments and assist with legal strategies.

Requirements

• 3+ years of litigation experience.
• Experience in financial services, regulatory defense, securities fraud, complex commercial litigation, and/or compliance counseling.
• Federal and state court experience.
• Background in defense-side consumer financial services litigation preferred.
• Experience with FDCPA, FCRA, TCPA, and PACA is preferred.
• Experience developing case strategy and taking/defending depositions.

Education

• JD degree with excellent academic credentials.

Certifications

• Current Bar Admission in good standing to at least one U.S. jurisdiction; multiple bar admissions a plus.

Skills

• Exceptional writing, research, and communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages with billable hour-based bonus programs.
• Uncapped opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Team-first culture with open communication and support.
• A wide range of comprehensive health benefits.