Consumer Financial Services Career Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Consumer Financial Services Career Associate in Houston, TX. The ideal candidate will have 5 to 10 years of experience in business litigation and a keen interest in consumer financial services law. This role involves independent case management and appearances, with opportunities to manage others.

Duties

• Manage and litigate consumer financial services cases independently.
• Appear in court and manage case proceedings.
• Oversee and mentor junior team members.

Requirements

• 5 to 10 years of business litigation experience.
• Experience with commercial litigation and financial institutions.
• Preferred experience with FCRA, FDCPA, and TCPA cases.
• Strong academic performance and writing skills.
• Licensed and in good standing in the relevant jurisdiction.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Excellent case management abilities.
• Strong litigation and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with a nationally recognized team.
• Engagement in a wide range of consumer finance and privacy law issues.

Work at one of the largest law firms in Texas. The firm represents an impressive list of Fortune 500 companies, individuals, and startup firms from around the world, and its practice includes virtually all types of transactional law and litigation. The atmosphere at this firm is collegial and informal, and all attorneys are given significant client contact and responsibility. Billable hours are reasonable, so attorneys can have lives outside of their work. All attorneys are treated with respect, and they are given substantial formal training and mentoring to enhance their careers.