Litigation Attorney, Senior Associate- Complex Commercial & FinTech Disputes

*Title: Litigation Attorney – Complex Commercial & FinTech Disputes*

*Salary Range: $140K- $220K based on experience*

*Location:* Encinitas, CA (In‑Office)
*Compensation:* $140,000 – $220,000 (DOE)

*About Global Legal Law Firm*

Global Legal is a rapidly growing boutique litigation firm that represents clients nationwide in high‑stakes commercial disputes in the *electronic payments and FinTech* space. We have offices in California, Florida, and Vermont. We combine big‑firm caliber work with a tight‑knit, collaborative team, and our attorneys regularly litigate against major players in state and federal courts across the country. If you want meaningful responsibility, direct client contact, and sophisticated cases—not document‑review purgatory—this is the place to build your practice.

*What You’ll Do*

* Take ownership of a litigation docket from intake through resolution and trial, with support from experienced partners.
* Draft and argue motions, pleadings, and discovery in state and federal courts.
* Develop case strategy, evaluate risk, and collaborate closely with partners, associates, and paralegals.
* Communicate directly with clients, courts, experts, and local counsel; provide clear, practical status updates.
* Handle and defend depositions; assist with and participate in mediations, hearings, and trials.

*What We’re Looking For*

* 7+ years of civil litigation experience (commercial litigation strongly preferred).
* Licensed and in good standing with the Bar
* Solid command of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and State Rules of Civil Procedure.
* Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills, with attention to detail and deadlines.
* Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple matters at once.
* Willingness to work in person in our Vermont office and contribute positively to a team‑oriented culture.

Experience in payments/FinTech, banking, or complex contract disputes is a plus but not required; we will train the right litigator in our niche.

*Why You’ll Like Working Here*

* *Competitive compensation:* $140,000 – $220,000 per year, depending on experience (above local market averages for similar roles).
* Work life balance (really!)
* Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
* Generous paid time off and parental leave.
* Flexible schedule within an in‑office, collegial environment.
* Professional development support, including mentoring, CLE, and opportunities for rapid responsibility and courtroom experience.

If you’re a driven litigator who wants to work on cutting‑edge commercial and payments disputes and have a real impact on your cases, we’d like to hear from you.

*To Apply:* Please submit your resume, a short cover email, and a recent writing sample.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $140,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Professional development assistance
* Vision insurance

Experience:
* attorney: 7 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person