First Citizens Bank · 13 hours ago
Litigation Counsel
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
6+ years expFirst Citizens Bank is seeking an exceptional attorney to join its Legal department as Litigation Counsel, focusing on handling consumer and commercial defensive matters and conducting internal investigations. The role requires a pragmatic problem solver with litigation experience who can manage legal risks while aligning with business objectives.
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Responsibilities
Independently advises and counsels on matters involving legal, financial, regulatory, and reputational risk. Handles pre-litigation disputes, demand letters and settlement negotiations efficiently and cost-effectively. May handle litigation matters, including court appearances on behalf of the bank, if appropriate. Advises business units on litigation risk avoidance, dispute resolution strategies, and contract enforcement. Serves as primary legal advisor on subpoenas, garnishments, and other court-related documents. Leads and conducts internal investigations. Partners with other attorneys in the Legal Department to assess and solve problems, and to identify and mitigate risk
When necessary, selects, retains and manages outside counsel. Supervises and controls outside counsel budgets, strategy and deliverables. Ensures alignment of external counsel’s work with institutional objectives and cost management policies
Prepares internal reports and briefs senior leadership on material litigation and trends. Tracks closely and provides regular periodic reporting on active litigation matters and pre-litigation disputes. Works with corporate finance and audit functions to develop risk profiles for cases and set legal reserves where required
Communicates directly in-person, by telephone, by videoconference, and by email with bank officers, business leaders, and associates. Must communicate clearly, effectively, and politely
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) and Bachelor's Degrees from accredited institutions
At least six (6) years of post-JD legal/litigation experience
Must be able to resolve complex legal issues and provide quality legal services in a timely manner
Strong communication skills (oral and written)
Interpersonal skills
Advanced organizational and multitasking skills
Detail oriented
Negotiation skills
Problem solving skills
Customer service skills
Ability to work independently but take direction as required
Collaborating with others
Ability to manage outside counsel
Preferred
North Carolina law license preferred but not required
Experience handling complex litigation in a leading law firm or corporate legal department, or equivalent experience serving in legal functions within the United States military or government
Experience in or with banking, lending, or financial services industry
Strong academic credentials
Demonstrated commitment to excellence, ethical conduct, and service leadership
Company
First Citizens Bank
First Citizens Bank provides banking services, essential business and professional services, wealth management capabilities, and more.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$33M2021-05-07Post Ipo Debt· $10M
2018-08-29Post Ipo Debt· $23M
1986-10-31IPO
Leadership Team
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Craig Nix
Chief Financial Officer
Samantha Bureau - Johnson
SVP & Director, Customer Contact Center
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