Consumer Financial Services Attorney

A law firm seeks a skilled and motivated attorney to join its Consumer Financial Services practice group in San Francisco, CA. This position focuses on litigation matters related to consumer finance, offering an excellent opportunity for attorneys with a background in this area to contribute to a dynamic legal team. The role is ideal for candidates with experience in consumer finance laws and a strong commitment to client advocacy.

Duties

• Handle litigation matters related to consumer financial services law.
• Represent clients in cases involving federal statutes such as:
  • Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA).
  • Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).
  • Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA).
• Conduct legal research and prepare motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Provide strategic legal counsel to clients, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and statutes.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys to develop effective case strategies.
• Communicate with clients to provide updates and explain legal processes.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in litigation related to consumer financial services law.
• Strong academic and professional credentials.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex legal matters effectively.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law and in good standing with at least one of the following state bars:
  • California
  • Nevada
  • New Mexico
  • Oklahoma
• Admission to additional state bars is considered a plus.

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of consumer financial services laws and litigation processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with clients and team members.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and supportive legal environment.
• Exposure to challenging and impactful cases in consumer financial services litigation.

With 16 offices in the United States, Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong, this firm was founded over 115 years ago. This large firm has more than 650 lawyers practicing throughout their many locations. The culture of this firm stems from their devotion to exceptional responsiveness, extensive experience, and unwavering commitment to service. The firm strives for strong, long-standing working relationships with each of its clients. This firm has been on the BTI Client Service A-Team for over 10 years consecutively. Teamwork and diversity are important parts of this firm's culture, and both contribute greatly to their success and the success of their clients.