Consumer Litigation Staff Attorney

About the role

The Staff Attorney will primarily assist with litigating and settling consumer litigation and arbitration matters under the supervision of Partners in Steptoe’s Consumer Litigation practice group.

Responsibilities

• Assist with litigating and settling consumer litigation and arbitration matters
• Manage individual litigation and arbitration matters
• Review correspondence and pleadings
• Report urgent issues to the supervising Partner
• Manage calendars and deadlines
• Conduct document review
• Supervise local counsel
• Draft pleadings and motions
• Handle discovery
• Communicate regularly with opposing counsel
• Prepare client settlement recommendations
• Draft agreements
• Attend court appearances and attend arbitration merits hearings

Requirements

• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent writing and analytical skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• The ability to multitask
• Confidence in working with opposing counsel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with arbitration matters in JAMS or AAA
• Defending financial institutions or commercial clients against claims under consumer protection, banking, or privacy laws
• Experience in bankruptcy court (including adversary proceedings)

Qualifications

• A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required
• Membership in the New York bar, active and in good standing, is also required

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent benefits in a collegial working environment
• Training and mentorship provided

Pay

The anticipated salary range is $195,000 to $205,000. The actual base salary offered will depend upon the applicant’s experience and qualifications, as well as other job-related factors, including but not limited to relevant skills, education, certifications, or other professional licenses held.

Schedule

Full-time position

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• Disability
• Dependent care
• Health care flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan
• Profit-sharing
• Paid time off
• Rugged wellness program

Equal Opportunity Employer

Steptoe LLP is an equal opportunity employer EOE/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any other basis proscribed by applicable statutes.