Consumer Financial Services Associate Attorney - Richmond

CONSUMER FINANCIAL SERVICES ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location : Richmond, VA

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A premier AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join their esteemed Consumer Financial Services Practice Group (link removed) Located in the firm's Richmond office, the position offers flexibility and balance as a hybrid role (link removed) This is an exciting opportunity to work with a high-performing litigation team representing leading financial institutions and service providers in complex business and commercial disputes.

Candidate Profile

JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record (link removed)>

Active Bar Admission in Virginia , in good standing (link removed)>

36 years of business litigation experience (link removed)>

Commercial, mortgage, auto, and credit card litigation experience, as well as the representation of financial institutions, is an advantage.

Federal clerkship experience is a plus.

Demonstrated experience with client management , business development , and the independent management of cases (link removed)>

Ability to thrive both as a team player and when working autonomously.

Soft Skills : Strong research, writing, communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills are essential. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented with sound professional judgment.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management : Handle a broad range of litigation matters involving financial institutions, including consumer financial services disputes and regulatory matters.

Courtroom Advocacy : Participate in depositions, hearings, motions practice, and other court proceedings at both the state and federal levels.

Client Service : Communicate directly with clients, providing legal advice, regulatory guidance and updates on strategy, case developments, and litigation risks and government investigations.

Legal Drafting : Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, and discovery responses.

Team Collaboration : Work closely with senior litigators and partners in a collaborative environment to deliver high-quality work and achieve client objectives.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a market-leading Consumer Financial Services litigation team at a firm known for its deep bench of industry experts and client-focused innovation (link removed) Youll gain exposure to significant, high-profile matters and enjoy a supportive environment that values initiative, professional development, and collaboration. Associates at this firm are given meaningful responsibility early in their careers, with opportunities for hands-on litigation experience, direct client interaction, and clear paths for advancement.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Salary : $250,000 $350,000 , commensurate with experience.

Robust Benefits Package : Includes top-tier medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid maternity and paternity leave, generous PTO, profit-sharing, tuition assistance, and additional perks.

Supportive Culture : Our client fosters a collaborative and inclusive environment that supports innovation, balance, and career advancement.

Application Requirements :

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , and law school transcript (link removed)

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer (link removed)>

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