Litigation Associate - Consumer Financial

Jobot; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Consumer Financial Services Litigation practice. You will handle complex litigation matters, draft pleadings and motions, and work closely with clients and senior litigators in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate has 3–6 years of experience, strong discovery, legal research, and brief-writing skills, and a J.D. from an accredited law school.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admission to the appropriate state bar(s).
• 3–6 years of complex litigation experience.
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills.
• Significant experience with discovery, including drafting discovery requests and responses, document review, and discovery strategy.
• Experience drafting motions, briefs, pleadings, and other litigation documents.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support complex consumer financial services litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, briefs, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy related to federal and state consumer protection laws.
• Manage discovery processes, including document review, discovery requests, responses, and production issues.
• Assist with depositions, hearings, mediations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Monitor regulatory developments impacting consumer financial services clients.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams.

Skills

Litigation

Discovery

Legal research

Motions drafting

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

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Are you a fit?

Salary: $150,000 - $210,000 per year

A bit about us:

This is an opportunity with a long-established, full-service law firm with more than a century of history and a strong presence in major U.S. markets. The firm represents public and privately held companies, nonprofits, governmental entities, and individuals across a wide range of industries.

Its litigation practice is highly regarded for handling complex, high-exposure matters across commercial litigation, insurance defense, intellectual property, bankruptcy and restructuring, corporate disputes, and other sophisticated litigation matters.

The firm combines deep institutional experience with a modern, collaborative approach - bringing together attorneys across disciplines to deliver efficient, strategic, and practical solutions for clients. Attorneys are supported by strong internal resources while maintaining meaningful responsibility and client exposure.

Why join us?

• Highly competitive pay
• Strong Benefits + Bonus program
• Cohesive team units with strong upward mobility and team work

The firm is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Consumer Financial Services Litigation practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with strong litigation fundamentals who is looking to take on meaningful responsibility, work on sophisticated matters, and join a collaborative team environment.

The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of litigation experience, with a strong background in discovery, legal research, and brief writing. Candidates should have experience managing discovery issues, drafting motions and pleadings, and working on complex litigation matters. The successful attorney will have the opportunity to work directly with clients and experienced litigators while continuing to develop their advocacy skills.

This role is particularly well-suited for an attorney currently practicing at a strong regional or national firm who is seeking a more balanced, team-oriented environment without sacrificing the quality and sophistication of the matters they handle.

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Manage and support complex consumer financial services litigation matters from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery responses, briefs, and other litigation documents
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategy related to federal and state consumer protection laws
• Manage discovery processes, including document review, discovery requests, responses, and production issues
• Assist with depositions, hearings, mediations, and other litigation proceedings
• Collaborate with partners and clients to develop effective litigation strategies
• Monitor regulatory developments impacting consumer financial services clients
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams

Practice Focus

The Consumer Financial Services Litigation team regularly represents companies in matters involving:

• Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
• Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)
• Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA)
• Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA)
• Credit Repair Organizations Act (CROA)
• Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA)

The team also represents clients in investigations, enforcement matters, and regulatory proceedings involving agencies such as:

• Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)
• Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
• Federal and state regulatory agencies

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
• Admission to the appropriate state bar(s)
• 3-6 years of complex litigation experience
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Significant experience with discovery, including drafting discovery requests and responses, document review, and discovery strategy
• Experience drafting motions, briefs, pleadings, and other litigation documents
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Experience at a respected law firm environment preferred

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