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Law Firm
Austin, TX, United States
Consumer Finance Special Counsel
Attorney
Company Review
Min 5 yrs required
Full-time
No
Consumer Finance Special Counsel - National Position at Law Firm with Competitive Salary Introduction: Foley & Lardner, a leading national law firm, is seeking a highly experienced attorney to join our team as a Consumer Finance Special Counsel. This is a non-partner track position with a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in any of Foley's . offices. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of relevant regulatory experience and a strong background in consumer lending and finance laws. Position Overview: - Position: Consumer Finance Special Counsel - Firm: Foley & Lardner - Office: Firmwide - Practice Area: Consumer Finance - Date Posted: Mar 11, 2024 - Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2024 Job Description: The Consumer Finance Special Counsel will be responsible for providing regulatory counseling and drafting services related to federal and state consumer lending laws, licensing requirements, and various other financial regulations. The successful candidate will have experience in advising both bank and non-bank financial institutions, negotiating and drafting contracts, and interpreting state and federal regulations. The position requires regular client and regulator contact, as well as strong organizational, analytical, prioritization, and critical-thinking skills. Key Responsibilities: - Provide regulatory counseling and drafting services related to federal and state consumer lending laws, licensing requirements, and various other financial regulations - Advise bank and non-bank financial institutions on compliance matters - Negotiate and draft contracts for consumer and commercial lending transactions - Interpret state and federal regulations - Regularly communicate with clients and regulators - Demonstrate strong organizational, analytical, prioritization, and critical-thinking skills Requirements: - Minimum of five years of relevant regulatory experience - Strong background in consumer lending and finance laws - Experience with advising bank and non-bank financial institutions - Negotiation and contract drafting experience - Knowledge of state and federal financial regulations - JD from an ABA-approved law school - Active member of the bar in the jurisdiction(s) where the candidate is admitted to practice - Timely admission to the state bar coinciding with the office of hire will be a condition of employment Salary Information: - Estimated salary range: $280,000-$340,000 - 1950 annual hours requirement Benefits: Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents. Equal Employment Opportunity: Foley is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, or medical condition. For applicants in California, we will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances. Salary Information by State: - California: Pursuant to the California Pay Transparency for Pay Equity Act, the expected salary range for this position is between $280,000 - $340,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. - Colorado: Pursuant to the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the expected salary range for this position is between $280,000 - $340,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. - New York: Pursuant to the New York City Human Rights Law, the expected salary range for this position is between $280,000 - $340,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Qualifications: - Minimum of five years of relevant regulatory experience - Strong background in consumer lending and finance laws - JD from an ABA-approved law school - Active member of the bar in the jurisdiction(s) where the candidate is admitted to practice - Timely admission to the state bar coinciding with the office of hire will be a condition of employment Desired Skills and Attributes: - Strong interpersonal skills - Positive attitude - Exceptional work ethic - Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams - Experience in a variety of consumer lending or finance areas - Familiarity with the Fair Credit Reporting Act - Desire to be part of a collaborative environment - Collegiality and creativity Conclusion: If you are a highly motivated attorney with a strong background in consumer lending and finance laws, we encourage you to apply for the Consumer Finance Special Counsel position at Foley & Lardner. This is an excellent opportunity to join a top national law firm and work with a dynamic team of attorneys. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment for all employees. Apply now and be a part of our team!
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Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) Retirement, Disability and Life insurance, Adoption Assistance, Backup Care for Dependents
Regulatory experience, Compliance counseling, Negotiation, Drafting contracts, Client and regulator contact, Organizational skills, Analytical skills, Prioritization, Critical-thinking, Fair Credit Reporting Act
JD from ABA-approved law school
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Qualification and Experience JD from an ABA-approved law school, Good standing and active member of the bar of jurisdiction(s) where admitted to practice
Legal
USD 280000 to 340000 Annually
Apr 10, 2024
Jul 24, 2024
Qualification and ExperienceJD from an ABA-approved law school, Good standing and active member of the bar of jurisdiction(s) where admitted to practice
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