Consumer Litigation Staff Attorney (LA or SF)

Consumer Litigation Staff Attorney (Los Angeles or San Francisco) Steptoe LLP is seeking an experienced litigator with at least 5 years of experience for a Staff Attorney position in its Century City, Los Angeles or San Francisco office. The Staff Attorney will primarily assist with litigating and settling consumer financial services matters on behalf of financial institutions, under the supervision of Partners in Steptoe's Consumer Litigation practice group. Responsibilities Manage individual litigation and arbitration matters, including reviewing correspondence and pleadings, reporting urgent issues to the supervising Partner, managing calendars and deadlines, conducting document review, supervising local counsel, drafting pleadings and motions, and handling discovery. Perform settlement duties such as communicating with opposing counsel, preparing client settlement recommendations, and drafting settlement agreements. Appear in court and attend arbitration merits hearings as required. Assist with arbitration matters in JAMS or AAA, and with defending financial institutions or commercial clients against claims under consumer protection, banking, or privacy laws, and/or experience in bankruptcy court (including adversary proceedings). Qualifications At least 5 years of litigation experience. Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Membership in the California bar, active and in good standing. Strong academic credentials, excellent writing and analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and confidence in working with opposing counsel. Compensation and Benefits Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Anticipated salary range is $174,000 to $218,000, depending on experience and qualifications. Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Dependent care, health care flexible spending accounts. 401(k) plan with profit‑sharing. Paid Time Off. Robust Wellness Program. Application Requirements Submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample. 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 basis proscribed by applicable statutes. Steptoe LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr Steptoe LLP