Consumer Financial Services, Data and Technology (CFS+) Associate

Job Overview:
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its Consumer Financial Services, Data, and Technology (CFS+) Practice Group in Los Angeles. This position is ideal for a litigator with 3 to 5 years of experience handling complex commercial litigation, particularly for financial institutions. The role involves managing cases in both federal and state courts and offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge legal issues in the fintech and data security sectors.

Location:

• Los Angeles, California

Duties:

• Represent financial institutions and technology clients in commercial litigation matters

• Manage litigation in both federal and California state courts

• Draft legal pleadings, motions, and discovery-related documents

• Conduct thorough legal research and case analysis

• Attend court appearances, mediations, and hearings

• Advise clients on compliance, data protection, and consumer financial services regulations

• Collaborate with attorneys across the firm's national platform on complex litigation matters

Requirements:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in commercial litigation

• Experience handling matters for financial institutions preferred

• Proficiency in litigation procedures and court filings at the state and federal level

• Strong time management and case-handling skills

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active member in good standing of the California State Bar (required)

Skills:

• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• Strong oral advocacy and courtroom presence

• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple litigation matters simultaneously

• Comfort working independently and within a team

• Familiarity with financial services regulations and data privacy issues is a plus

Benefits:

• Annual discretionary bonus

• Paid time off

• Professional and client development allowance

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and disability insurance

• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan (employee-only contributions)

• Parking benefit

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.