This position reports to the Associate General Counsel and is part of the Legal and Compliance Department where initiative, enthusiasm, and collaboration are critical. Our primary focus is on helping protect the company against undue risk exposure. The Junior Litigation Counsel will handle a variety of litigation and collections matters and support the department's overall legal and compliance objectives.
Applicants must be licensed to practice law in the State of New YorkA Day in the Life of a Junior Litigation Counsel• Supports various business departments including, but not limited to, asset management, servicing, and collections
• Negotiates pre-litigation disputes, including counterparty outreach, settlements / workouts, and intercreditor arrangements
• Handles litigations, including motion preparation, court appearances, and case management
• Advises company on third-party and vendor relationships, involving matters of efficiency, reporting, and asset management.
• Stays current on regulatory, legal and industry developments.
• Updates financing agreements, internal processes, and documentation.
• Support General Counsel and Associate General Counsel in company-level initiations and special projects.
**This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US.What You Have• JD with a minimum of 1 to 5 years of experience, preferably at a significant law firm, within an in-house legal department, and/or as workout specialist in the financial services industry (commercial lending or alternative finance experience, a plus).
• Commercial negotiation skills
• Experience in financial transactions
• Familiarity with commercial lending and sales-based financings
• Propensity to learn business requirements quickly, analyze legal and commercial risks, and propose creative, business-oriented solutions
• Proactive approach to legal and risk mitigation for growing companies
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong organizational skills.
• Skill in handling evolving priorities in a dynamic environment in a thoughtful and practical manner.
• Ability to relate well to co-workers and build effective business partnerships.
The Benefits of Working for Fora Financial:- A good work/life balance
- Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
- 401K Match
- Life Insurance at No Cost to Employees
- Generous Time Off Plan Including Rollover Vacation Days
- Commuter Benefits
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
- Hybrid working model, two days remote per week
- Competitive base salary range of $90,000-$100,000 based on years of experience with year-end bonus eligibility
