6+ years of litigation experience, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department
Law degree from a top law school; top of class preferred
Active attorney license in the relevant jurisdiction
Strong analytical skills to synthesize facts and law
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with all levels of personnel
Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to meet multiple deadlines
Exceptional interpersonal skills for managing outside counsel
Responsibilities
Handle all aspects of litigation, enforcement matters, and investigations
Advise on cross-border issues with significant financial or reputational impact
Consult with stakeholders to mitigate civil, criminal, or regulatory exposure
Coordinate responses to regulatory subpoenas and preservation requests
Advise on professional responsibility and risk management issues
Formulate defense strategies in litigation matters
Work with outside counsel to manage legal expenses
Conduct interviews related to litigation or investigations
Participate in mediations and settlement negotiations
Prepare key litigation documents and witness testimonies
Develop and recommend EY policies on legal issues
Benefits
Comprehensive compensation and benefits package based on performance
Flexible vacation policy allowing for personal circumstances
Medical and dental coverage
Pension and 401(k) plans
Paid time off for designated holidays and personal/family care
Full Job Description
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced litigator to join our Global General Counsel's Office ("GCO") team. The successful candidate will help defend claims made against EY, including claims alleging professional malpractice, breach of contract claims, and securities class action litigation. This role actively manages and participates in the defense of litigation, mediations, arbitrations, and other civil proceedings. This role will also respond to subpoenas, inquiries, and investigations by regulators. This position serves a critical advisory and risk management function, addressing compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and firm policies governing all service lines compromising EY's business.
Your Key Responsibilities
Handle all aspects of various litigation, enforcement matters and investigations, and internal investigations
Advise and assist on matters involving cross-border issues or which could have a significant financial or reputational impact to EY
Consult with partners and other stakeholders on potential or threatened litigation to avoid significant civil, criminal, or regulatory exposure
Coordinate responses to regulatory subpoenas and preservation requests by determining the appropriate custodians, drafting the preservation notice, and ensuring compliance
Advise on issues of professional responsibility and risk management, such as client acceptance and continuances, conflicts of interest, document retention, independence, professional standards and guidance, restatements, special investigations, and discovery of financial statement errors or potential client fraud
Formulate defense strategies and other tactical decisions in potential or active litigation matters involving EY and consult on defense strategies with relevant stakeholders
Work with outside counsel and actively manage outside counsel spend to ensure resources are appropriately spent
Conduct interviews of potential expert witnesses and current or former personnel in connection with litigation or other matters
Participate in mediations and other settlement negotiations to resolve disputes in a cost-effective manner
Participate in preparing key documents in litigation, including legal briefs, pleadings, and discovery requests
Participate in preparing witnesses for testimony
Develop and recommend EY policy and positions on legal issues
To Qualify for the Role You Must Have
Significant level of autonomy in making difficult and often nuanced decisions involving litigation, criminal, and regulatory proceedings
Experience as an attorney with significant litigation, including trial and related experience.
Exceptionally strong analytical abilities to synthesize facts and law to determine actions
Understand laws, rules, and regulations applicable to EY and its industry.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interface and communicate effectively and diplomatically with all levels of EY personnel, including firm leaders and managing partners
Demonstrated ability to create, plan, and successfully execute projects; the ability to meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Exceptional interpersonal skills to manage outside counsel effectively
A bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year college; top of class preferred
Law degree from a top law school; top of class preferred
6+ years of experience as a practicing attorney, preferably in a law firm or corporate legal department
Requires active license as an attorney to practice law in the location where the resident EY office is located
Skills and Attributes for Success
Strong team player with excellent negotiation and communication skills and cultural awareness.
Proactive attitude and positive mindset, high degree of emotional intelligence, and demonstrated aptitude for resilience, flexibility, and ability to adapt to changing circumstances and dynamics.
Interest and ability to positively team and collaborate effectively across geographic locations.
Ability to grasp, understand, and effectively articulate and document complex legal and contractual principles.
What we offer you The compensation ranges below are provided in order to comply with United States pay transparency laws. Other geographies will follow their local salary guidelines, which may not be a direct conversion of published US salary ranges. At EY, we harness our collective strength to empower you to shape your future with confidence through professional growth, personal fulfillment and an inclusive culture. Learn more at ey.com/us/careers.
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you'll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job is:
New York City, Boston, and Washington DC Metro Areas, Washington State, and Southern California offices - $252,900 to $455,100
Bay Area California offices - $263,400 to $474,100
All other offices locations in the US, including Sacramento - $210,700 to $417,200
Individual salaries within these ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
Under our flexible vacation policy, you'll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You'll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
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EY accepts applications for this position on an on-going basis.
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About Ernst & Young
Ernst & Young (EY) is a multinational professional services firm that provides audit, tax, consulting, and advisory services to clients in a wide range of industries. The firm was founded in 1989 through the merger of Ernst & Whinney and Arthur Young & Co., and has since grown to become one of the largest professional services firms in the world. EY is committed to building a better working world by helping its clients solve their toughest challenges, and by creating a positive impact on the communities it serves.
