Subpoena Escalation Team Associate Counsel

at  JPMorgan Chase Co

Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina -

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Immediate19 Oct, 2024Not Specified20 Jul, 20241 year(s) or aboveCommunication Skills,State Laws,Technology,Legal Practice,Regulatory Compliance,LitigationNoNo
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Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION

As an Associate Counsel on the Subpoena Escalation Team you will work independently and with outside counsel to represent the firm in handling and responding to complex and escalated civil, regulatory, and criminal subpoena matters across JPMorganChase (“JPMC”) lines of business and concerning all bank products. You will be responsible for complying with subpoenas and other legal correspondences such as grand jury subpoenas, regulatory CIDs, Search Warrants, National Security Letters, IRS asset discovery summonses, civil subpoenas, deposition notices for record certification as well as person most knowledgeable (PMK) depositions served to JPMC. You may act as a liaison between JPMC and the party whom issued the subpoena. Thus, strong communication skills and adaptability depending on your audience is also a key requirement to this role. In this role you will work with various state and federal agencies, along with in house attorneys from various lines of business and all litigation practice groups when needed, on a wide range of issues related to such documentation and gathering of information. The ideal candidate will have a strong legal background, effective and confident communication skills, excellent research and analytical skills, and the ability to effectively manage subpoena-related matters in a fast-paced environment.
All candidates for roles in the Legal department must be licensed to practice law in the country of employment and successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Law degree.
  • 1-3 years of experience in legal practice, with a focus on subpoena compliance, litigation, or regulatory compliance in the banking or financial services industry.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Strong understanding of federal and state laws regarding subpoena compliance and information disclosure.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • High ethical standards and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
  • Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience working in-house at a financial institution.
  • Familiarity with electronic discovery (eDiscovery) processes and technology.

ABOUT US

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.
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.

Responsibilities:

  • Review and analyze third-party subpoenas, court orders, and other legal documents to determine the required response.
  • Coordinate with internal departments to gather necessary documents and information.
  • Ensure timely and accurate compliance with all legal requests.
  • Ensure all responses to subpoenas and legal requests comply with federal, state, and local laws, as well as bank policies and procedures.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations affecting subpoena compliance and information disclosure.
  • Prepare and maintain detailed records of all subpoenas and legal requests received and processed.
  • Draft and review response letters, affidavits, and other necessary documentation.
  • Provide regular reports to the General Counsel on subpoena compliance activities.
  • Identify potential risks associated with information disclosure and develop strategies to mitigate those risks.
  • Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks and best practices related to subpoena compliance.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for external parties (e.g., law enforcement, regulatory agencies) regarding subpoenas and legal requests.
  • Collaborate with the bank’s compliance, risk, and data privacy teams to ensure cohesive and compliant responses.
  • Educate and train staff on subpoena compliance processes and legal requirements.


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:1.0Max:3.0 year(s)

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Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina