Pre Litigation Manager Jobs in Paramus, NJ (NOW HIRING)

Be a part of a premier in-house litigation team of experienced and sophisticated financial services litigators handling high stakes and complex disputes and advising on pre-litigation risks in a fast-paced and business-critical setting. You will actively participate in driving litigation strategy and management, and provide legal counsel on a wide spectrum of matters—including novel and cutting-edge issues—across the Commercial & Investment Bank and Asset & Wealth Management business, and the Firm’s corporate functions. The role offers extensive client contact and meaningful opportunities to advise and collaborate with senior business leaders and Firm management.

As a Vice President / Assistant General Counsel in Wholesale Litigation, you will work independently and, as appropriate, in partnership with outside counsel to represent the Firm in a broad range of complex financial services litigation matters. The docket includes, among other matters, securities class actions, M&A- and lending-related litigation, and disputes arising from commercial and investment banking products and services. You will also provide pre-litigation counseling and strategic advice, and manage complex third-party subpoenas and other information and testimony requests where the Firm is not a party to the underlying litigation but has significant interests to protect. The role will primarily support the Firm’s Commercial & Investment Bank business, with additional coverage for Asset & Wealth Management and the Firm’s corporate functions as needed.

The Legal Department at JPMorgan Chase & Co. manages legal and other risks, advises on products and services, interprets laws and regulations that impact the firm, and advises the firm on other matters. Our global team is made up of about 2,000 lawyers and legal professionals with a reputation as thought leaders who deliver best-in-class services. As trusted advisors, we help the firm’s clients while also safeguarding the integrity of the firm. We are committed to a culture of inclusivity and belonging, where people can grow and succeed throughout their careers while working for a first-in-class financial institution doing cutting-edge work. If these values resonate with you, we would like to hear from you.

Job responsibilities

• Strategically lead and manage a portfolio of complex financial services litigation matters from intake through resolution, including case strategy, pleadings, discovery, dispositive motions, trial preparation, settlement/mediation, and (as needed) appeals.
• Defend the Firm in litigation primarily involving securities class actions, M&A and Lending tied to commercial and investment banking products and services. Assess potential affirmative litigation, and handle strategically.
• Conduct early and ongoing case assessments and develop strategic litigation plans, including exposure analysis, key legal/factual issues, defenses, settlement posture, and escalation/decision points for senior stakeholders.
• Retain, instruct, and actively and closely manage outside counsel when retained, including scope-setting, staffing oversight, budget management, quality control of work product, and performance evaluation.
• Lead complex fact development and discovery, including document preservation and collection, privilege review strategy, deposition preparation, expert selection/management, and e-discovery vendor oversight. In addition, on matters without outside counsel, prepare witnesses for deposition and defend witnesses, when needed.
• Handle complex third-party subpoenas and other requests for documents/testimony where the Firm is not a party, including objections, negotiations, protective orders, and production/witness coordination.
• Provide pre-litigation counseling and advice to a wide variety of clients, including the firm’s leaders, to help prevent disputes, shape communications, preserve defenses, and mitigate risk in connection with transactions, products, and client interactions.
• Identify recurring themes and create playbooks, templates, and lessons-learned guidance to strengthen controls, improve defensibility, and reduce repeat litigation risk.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Law degree or educational equivalent required. Attorney candidates must be in compliance with all relevant licensing requirements including the requirements of the jurisdiction where the role will be located prior to commencement of employment.
• At least 5 years of experience as a practicing litigation attorney in a law firm or corporate law environment, with deep knowledge of state and federal court practice and rules.
• Experience defending securities class actions.
• Knowledge of and experience with complex financial products and services.
• Experience preparing witnesses for depositions and defending depositions.
• Ability to assume significant independent responsibility immediately with minimal oversight and to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
• Outstanding organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex and time-intensive matters simultaneously.
• The ability to write well and communicate effectively, including to senior executives of the Firm.
• All candidates for roles in the Legal Department must successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Major Law Firm experience.
• Experience litigating M&A and Lending disputes, or disputes involving other complex financial products or transactions.
• Knowledge of the securities laws and other statutes relevant to securities, lending and banking.

All candidates for roles in the Legal department must successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment.

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

With large, global operations, the Legal team tackles complex issues and helps shape the regulations that affect the businesses. The group is organized into practice groups that align with the lines of business and corporate staff areas, which encourages collaboration on legal, regulatory and business developments as they arise.

Join Wholesale Litigation to manage high-impact litigation matters involving complex financial products and services.