Deputy General Counsel

Deputy General Counsel

Application Deadline: 10 July 2026

Department: Legal - Attorney

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: New York Office

Compensation: $100,000 - $180,000 / year

Description

We are a consumer protection law firm located in the Financial District of New York City, providing representation to consumers who have been harassed or otherwise deceived by creditors and debt collectors. With our growing firm, we offer you the opportunity to develop your career in a practice that is rich in variety and challenges. If you desire to work with other talented people who share a passion for professionalism and growth, then a career with us may be a perfect fit for you!

Deputy General Counsel

We are looking for a Deputy General Counsel to assist in managing our firm's internal legal and compliance matters. The ideal candidate is one with previous experience as in-house or general counsel, with a solid grasp on ethics and regulatory issues. This position imparts broad responsibilities in various areas of law spanning multiple jurisdictions. Because our firm's headquarters are in New York, this position entails communicating with our main office exclusively via telephone and electronic means (e-mail, Microsoft Teams, etc.).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for addressing escalated cases, along with providing guidance and support to attorneys and legal staff.
• Oversee investigation and handling of escalated legal matters.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of ongoing cases.
• Conduct in-depth legal research and analysis.
• Work closely with other departments, as well as collaborating with outside counsel and experts to manage legal challenges.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• J.D. or foreign equivalent.
• 3 years of experience in related role.
• 3 years of experience working in debt resolution environment.
• 3 years of experience working with litigation matters and resolution of complex litigation cases.
• Must be licensed to practice law in state of New York.

Benefits

• Compensation is competitive and commensurate with expertise and previous experience
• Hybrid Work Model - must report to New York, NY office 3 days per week (Tues - Thurs)
• Training & Guidance
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401K Benefits with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Pre-tax Transit Benefits
• Business Casual Dress Code
• An incredible team of smart and supportive people!