Counsel-CSBB Litigation

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Counsel to be a part of the Litigation Regulatory Enforcement and Investigation Division of our Legal Department. The individual selected will join a team of attorneys responsible for handling defensive litigation for Consumer and Small Business Banking.

In this role, you will:

• Handle prelitigation demands and defensive litigation for Consumer and Small Business Banking.
• Manage a case load of complex civil matters , including (1) check and deposit disputes; (2) fraudulent wire transfer claims; (3) matters where the bank is alleged to have facilitated elder financial abuse; (4) high-value safe deposit box claims; (5) interpleaders seeking court determination as the disposition of funds; and (6) discrimination claims.
• Conduct research and analysis on matters pertaining to various aspects of retail banking
• Provide guidance typically to internal clients on legal matters to assist with legal risk assessment, planning and policy decisions, or claims against the Company.
• Provide advice on the impact of policy, legal, and regulatory changes.
• Work is typically performed with some oversight from, or in support of, more senior counsel, and complex issues are escalated as necessary
• Collaborate within the department and across business and staff functions to address legal and risk issues in a manner consistent with the best interests of Wells Fargo.
• Participate in initiatives of varying scope that are typically moderately complex
• Provide guidance to less experienced counsel or paralegals
• Partner and coordinate with outside counsel on engagements

Required Qualifications:

• 2 years of Law experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
• Active State Bar membership

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience as a practicing litigation attorney representing financial institutions
• Ability to analyze legal and regulatory issues related to consumer and small business banking and providing effective counsel to clients on those matters.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience preparing legal memoranda for senior attorneys and business leaders.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced complex environment with a high degree of collaboration.

Job Expectations:

• Ability to travel up to 5%

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in US: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.