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Wells Fargo

Counsel 2

Job Description

Wells Fargo & Company, a diversified financial services company, is seeking an experienced attorney to join the legal process group of the Wells Fargo Law Department. Responsibilities would include providing legal advice to the company in the areas of criminal and civil subpoena response, third party levy and garnishment response and general issues surrounding release of financial records and information to third parties. Other responsibilities include conducting legal research projects, acting as advisor to operations personnel in interpreting regulations and policies, and managing enterprise litigation, including but not limited to corporate properties disputes, contract disputes, and intellectual property disputes. We encourage minorities, women and other protected classes to apply.

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Required Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience as a practicing attorney
  • Active State Bar membership

Desired Qualifications

  • Extensive knowledge and understanding of research, counsel, and guidance on complex legal questions or inquiries
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy skills
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Effective organizational, multi tasking, and prioritizing skills
  • Ability to analyze legal issues in substantive law in area of practice and provide effective advice to clients on routine legal matters
  • Ability to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and deadlines

Other Desired Qualifications

  • Position requires previous experience in preparing and representing clients at depositions and court appearances.
  • Experience working in a fast paced, high volume litigation environment
  • Specific experience working with a financial institution on issues involving criminal and civil subpoena response, third party levy and garnishment response and general issues surrounding release of financial records and information to third parties and government agencies.

Disclaimer

All offers for employment with Wells Fargo are contingent upon the candidate having successfully completed a criminal background check. Wells Fargo will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state and Federal law, including Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act.

Relevant military experience is considered for veterans and transitioning service men and women.

Wells Fargo is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.

0167069 LAW DEPARTMENT

Job ID: 6da12724d9c80203868130f38388f56d
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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