Banking and Financial Services Attorney

Company: Cross Talent Solutions
Location: Sioux Falls
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Cross Talent Solutions is currently seeking top level professional talent who are looking to pursue a rewarding career either as a permanent or contract employee. If you see a specific position that meets your needs on the positions page apply directly. If you can't quite find what you are looking for send us your resume on the Apply page. All applications must be complete with the following to be considered: Our client is looking to hire a Banking and Financial Services Attorney. As a member of our Bankruptcy, Banking and Financial Services Litigation Practice Group, you will represent financial institutions, commercial lenders, creditors, borrowers and other interested parties in consumer and commercial finance transactions and litigation. A successful candidate for this position will consistently provide excellent advice and guidance to our clients on a variety of banking, finance, and regulatory legal matters. The ideal candidate should have in-depth experience handling complex litigation matters and providing solid trial advocacy.

Bank And Financial Services Offered by the Firm Include

• Asset-Based Lending
• Bank Counseling and Regulatory Compliance
• Commercial and Consumer Bankruptcy: Insolvency & Restructuring
• Commercial Lending
• Complex Commercial Litigation
• Consumer Financial Services Litigation
• Credit Card and Online Payment Processing
• Debt Collections and Creditor Rights
• Equipment Leasing and Finance
• Fair Lending and Fair Serving
• Insurance Coverage Litigation
• Real Estate Lending
• Retail Banking
• Securities Enforcement Litigation
• Structured Finance and Derivatives
• Syndicated Lending
• Unfair, Deceptive, and Abusive Claims under Federal and State Consumer Protection Laws
  
  In addition, the company helps its clients resolve disputes arising under Divisions 3, 4, and 4A of the Uniform Commercial Code, the Electronic Funds Transfer Act (Reg E), Expedited Funds Availability Act (Reg CC), Bank Secrecy Act, FCRA, RFDCPA, FDCPA, RESPA (Reg X), TILA (Reg Z), and UDA(A)P Claims.
  
  Primary Responsibilities
  
  • Advise financial institutions and commercial lenders in the increasingly complex environment in which they operate.
  • Assist and manage a multitude of financial lending transactions, such as commercial and consumer financing, bank loans and asset-based transactions.
  • Structure transactions to help protect client's commercial interest.
  • Negotiate and document contractual relationships between lenders and borrowers.
  • Represent clients in complex corporate and consumer bankruptcy cases, debt restructurings and related litigation matters.
  • Handle and manage commercial and consumer financial services litigation defense.
  • Handle and manage complex litigation and regulatory enforcement matters.
  • Handle and manage debt collections on behalf of financial institutions, commercial lenders, and businesses.
  • Counsel financial institutions to ensure that they are compliant and act within state and federal regulations.
  • Draft and review pleadings, motions, and court documents.
  • Research caselaw, and state and federal statutes that correlate with ongoing litigation matters.
  • Active in business development, including professional organization involvement and writing.
  • Supervise paralegals, staff, and team members as your role progresses.
    
    Required Skills/Abilities
    
    • Excellent critical thinking, analytical, reasoning, debate, persuasion techniques and negotiation skills.
    • Ability to examine and analyze cases and documents for inherent legal risks.
    • Ability to communicate complex matters concisely and effectively in oral and written form.
    • Excellent interpersonal and client service skills.
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
    • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
    • Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
    • Strong work ethic, driven, keen attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a small team environment.
    • Good leadership skills and action-oriented interest in taking on increased levels of responsibility.
    • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
    • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
      
      Required Education and Experience
      
      • Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
      • Applicant must be currently licensed with at least one state bar and in good standing.
      • Applicant should be currently eligible to become licensed to practice law in Iowa, Nebraska, or South Dakota.
      • 2-5 years of relevant in-house and/or law firm experience as an attorney with a strong interest in Banking and Finance law.
        
        Preferred Experience
        
        • 5+ years of specific subject matter experience, drafting, and client advising.
        • First chair trial experience.
        • Complex litigation experience.
        • Excellent academic and professional credentials.
          
          Physical Requirements
          
          • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
          • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

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