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Legal and Commercial Corporate Matters Counsel

New York City NY Legal and Commercial Corporate Matters Counsel The candidate will be responsible for supporting board of directors; preparing filings, internal communications and memoranda relating to U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission regulations, U.S. and Irish regulations, and stock exchange listing requirements; and overseeing other corporate governance matters relevant to the corporate secretarial function. Prepare board resolutions, presentations and other board materials relating to company transactions, annual meetings, share plan operations and related matters; and otherwise support the board and committee meeting material preparation and distribution process. Aid in the preparation of the company's filings with, and other matters concerning, the SEC (including filings on Forms 10-Q, 10-K and 8-K, Section 16 filings, no action letters and similar items). Aid in the preparation of the company's annual proxy/information statements, manage directors' & officers' questionnaires and participate in the planning of and preparation for shareholder meetings. Assist with Irish corporate law filings and NYSE compliance matters, including with regard to director independence and related party transactions. Review the company's websites and other communications for compliance with SEC and other regulations. Research current topics within the areas of corporate law, securities and finance; prepare memoranda for internal distribution and education of these developments. Respond to internal inquiries related to SEC compliance and corporate secretarial matters. Provide support for other corporate transactions, as needed. Help to organize and manage the team's internal databases of research and filing information. Develop internal guidelines, toolkits, policies and packaged knowledge on various legal and business issues. Manage both in-house and outside legal resources. Should have J.D. from an accredited law school and 3+ years of legal experience managing securities compliance and corporate governance matters in a law firm or fast-paced corporate legal department. Should preferably have in-house experience. Experience or interest in working with international corporate and regulatory compliance issues, specifically Irish corporate law is needed. Legal 3 - 0 Full-time 2018-10-17

Litigation Senior Supervising Attorney

New York City NY Litigation Senior Supervising Attorney Responsibilities: Responsible for hiring, directing, coaching, mentoring, attorneys, fellows, and/or paralegals. Supervisory functions include overseeing workflow, evaluating and managing performance including setting goals and objectives, providing mentoring and professional development opportunities, making recommendations for promotions and compensation adjustments, handling discipline and responding to grievances from staff under their supervision. Manage, lead, and support complex refugee and immigrants rights litigation, work closely with teams of staff attorneys, fellows, paralegals, direct services attorneys, and co-counsel from law firms and other non-profit organizations. Undertake all aspects of such litigation, including preparing pre-litigation memoranda; drafting pleadings, briefs, and declarations; interviewing clients; managing discovery, including taking and defending depositions; handling oral argument and evidentiary hearings; and reaching out to and providing informational material to affected communities. Develop and initiate new litigation to assist with refugees and other displaced persons. Stay abreast of developments in the law and practice that affect refugees and other displaced persons. Represent IRAP at conferences, in the media, and in public speaking engagements. Participate in and lead internal organizational tasks that support the organization and the department through a period of growth and innovation.

Qualifications: Law degree and license to practice law in New York. If a candidate is moving to New York for the position and is not licensed to practice in New York, willingness to apply for the New York Bar. 5+ years out of law school. The title for this position will depend on the candidate s experience level. Experience playing a significant role in litigating complex civil cases and class actions. Experience with immigration law and/or Administrative Procedure Act litigation is a plus. Commitment to developing a thoughtful and effective supervisory relationship with supervisees, including managing supervisees workflow and performance, providing feedback, and structuring professional development opportunities. Prior supervisory experience is preferred. Strong research, writing, and analytical skills. Ability to develop new and creative legal theories. Strong interpersonal and communications skills. Prior experience working with vulnerable populations and survivors of trauma preferred. Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage a high volume workload and to respond to urgent situations. Interest in working in a dynamic and innovative office that seeks to respond effectively to changing landscape and needs. Fluency in oral and written English. Additional languages are a plus. Legal 5 - 0 Full-time 2018-10-14

Privacy Attorney

New York City NY Privacy Attorney Duties: Work on site at one of their client s offices. Provide support for commercial agreements dealing with data privacy issues. Provide proactive strategic leadership and guidance on privacy and data security issues. Advise on compliance and best practices across all aspects of global privacy and data protection law and regulation, including data use and sharing, analytics, data retention, data security and data breaches. Advise on potential business impact of proposed changes to U.S. and international privacy and data security laws and regulations. Provide strategic expertise and partnership to the company s legal teams on a wide range of data protection and other global privacy matters.

Qualifications: JD Degree or LLM from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice law in the U.S. CIPP strongly preferred. 5+ years experience with privacy, GDPR and data securities issues. Strong project management experience and skills. Law firm and/or in-house law department experience. Have a substantive understanding of GDPR, privacy and data security issues. Have strong analytical skills and effective communication skills including with senior leaders. Have the ability to juggle multiple projects and demands, and the ability to learn quickly. Are able to work independently while exercising great judgment and attention to detail. Are knowledge-focused rather than task-focused; understand the importance of capturing and re-using information. Schedule: 2-3 days per week Term: 3 months Legal 5 - 0 Full-time 2018-10-14

Litigation Senior Supervising Attorney

New York City NY Litigation Senior Supervising Attorney Responsibilities: Responsible for hiring, directing, coaching, mentoring, attorneys, fellows, and/or paralegals. Supervisory functions include overseeing workflow, evaluating and managing performance including setting goals and objectives, providing mentoring and professional development opportunities, making recommendations for promotions and compensation adjustments, handling discipline and responding to grievances from staff under their supervision. Manage, lead, and support complex refugee and immigrants rights litigation, work closely with teams of staff attorneys, fellows, paralegals, direct services attorneys, and co-counsel from law firms and other non-profit organizations. Undertake all aspects of such litigation, including preparing pre-litigation memoranda; drafting pleadings, briefs, and declarations; interviewing clients; managing discovery, including taking and defending depositions; handling oral argument and evidentiary hearings; and reaching out to and providing informational material to affected communities. Develop and initiate new litigation to assist with refugees and other displaced persons. Stay abreast of developments in the law and practice that affect refugees and other displaced persons. Represent IRAP at conferences, in the media, and in public speaking engagements. Participate in and lead internal organizational tasks that support the organization and the department through a period of growth and innovation.

Qualifications: Law degree and license to practice law in New York. If a candidate is moving to New York for the position and is not licensed to practice in New York, willingness to apply for the New York Bar. 5+ years out of law school. The title for this position will depend on the candidate s experience level. Experience playing a significant role in litigating complex civil cases and class actions. Experience with immigration law and/or Administrative Procedure Act litigation is a plus. Commitment to developing a thoughtful and effective supervisory relationship with supervisees, including managing supervisees workflow and performance, providing feedback, and structuring professional development opportunities. Prior supervisory experience is preferred. Strong research, writing, and analytical skills. Ability to develop new and creative legal theories. Strong interpersonal and communications skills. Prior experience working with vulnerable populations and survivors of trauma preferred. Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage a high volume workload and to respond to urgent situations. Interest in working in a dynamic and innovative office that seeks to respond effectively to changing landscape and needs. Fluency in oral and written English. Additional languages are a plus. Legal 5 - 0 Full-time 2018-10-14

Corporate Counsel

New York City NY Corporate Counsel Date Posted: Aug 13, 2018 Location: New York, NY, US, 10016 Company: MetLife Job Location: United States : New York : New York Role Value Proposition: In Legal Affairs, we strive to attract, develop and retain diverse talent with the potential to be future leaders of our department and of MetLife as a whole. We seek legal and compliance professionals who demonstrate high intellectual capacity to understand complex matters facing our company, combined with strong leadership competencies to motivate and inspire higher performance by all our professionals. We take an active role in developing the skills of our talent and guiding their professional growth. By promoting skill development and career advancement for our professionals, we are better positioned to serve our internal business partners and to help achieve MetLife s vision of becoming a world-class leader in the insurance, retirement savings and employee benefits industries. The Corporate Counsel in this role will provide timely legal advice via daily contact with the group distribution business partners, and through completion of various assignments as an individual or as part of a team including: researching and providing analysis of laws that relate to the businesses; identifying and quantifying risks; negotiating contracts with insurance brokers, third-party administrators and private insurance exchanges; advising on the legal and business impacts of MetLife s broker compensation programs; handling Market Conduct Examinations and other regulatory matters with state insurance departments; responding to all legal issues associated with Requests for Proposal for new business; and providing compliance advice to the client on applicable laws. Key Responsibilities: The attorney will be responsible for: Day to Day delivery of legal services individually and as a member of a team to MetLife s Distribution Development and Benefits Delivery organization; Effective, timely and strategic counsel to business on significant business initiatives; Effective support of Unit, Section, and Law Department objectives and initiatives. The attorney will be able to: Handle complex legal matters, analyze legal (and business, where applicable) issues, draft legal documents, and negotiate matters and solve intricate problems using sound legal judgment and expertise with minimal or no supervision; Build and maintain client relationships with diplomacy and by providing concise, insightful, timely, pragmatic, and proactive counsel; Prepare, initiate, advocate, and effectively present legal points and recommendations to influence clients and to represent clients as legal counsel; Conduct legal research and gather matter-related information from various sources; Educate self and business partners on legal developments affecting the business and provide innovative strategies to address those developments. The attorney will have the responsibility to: Draft and negotiate contracts with intermediaries who market and administer MetLife s insurance products; Advise the business on the legal and business impacts of compensation programs for brokers, general agents, third-party administrators, private insurance exchanges, and other intermediaries; Review marketing and training materials; Advise the business units on responses to requests for proposals in connection with the sale and renewal of employee benefits products; Handle customer complaints and regulatory inquiries; Analyze new laws and regulations to determine whether they require changes to MetLife s business processes and products; Perform other duties as required. Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills: Required: J.D. and strong academic credentials Admitted to practice in New York State Candidate must have excellent oral and written communications skills and the ability to handle multiple projects and assignments effectively, and must be able to deal comfortably with business partners and others at all levels within the company. 2-5 years practice post bar admission Relevant practice and experience preferred. Preferred: Leadership aptitude and interest in developing management competencies preferred. Travel Negligible Business Category Legal Number of Openings 1 At MetLife, we re leading the global transformation of an industry we ve long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, we re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers. MetLife is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is MetLife's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace. For immediate consideration, click the Apply Now button. You will be directed to complete an on-line profile. Upon completion, you will receive an automated confirmation email verifying you have successfully applied to the job. Legal 0 - 0 Full-time 2018-10-12

Assistant General Counsel - Reinsurance

New York City NY Assistant General Counsel - Reinsurance Date Posted: Aug 13, 2018 Location: New York, NY, US, 0 Company: MetLife Job Location: New York, NY The Role: The associate in this role will serve as the primary legal advisor to MetLife s Reinsurance Department, which manages MetLife s domestic and international reinsurance operations for all MetLife lines of business. An experienced reinsurance attorney, the associate will draft and negotiate reinsurance agreements on behalf of MetLife and will provide advice on structuring reinsurance for risk management, capital financing and M&A-related activities. The position is based in New York City and travel will occasionally be required. Key Responsibilities: Draft and negotiate a wide variety of reinsurance and related contracts, including group life, employee benefits and international treaties and captive reinsurance solutions Provide strategic, practical legal advice on all of MetLife s global reinsurance activities Represent MetLife s Reinsurance Department before domestic and international regulators, reinsurers and other stakeholders Work with business partners to understand the Reinsurance Department s business goals and strategic initiatives and anticipate the legal issues and resources necessary to support them Support the Reinsurance Department in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to manage and mitigate compliance risk Encourage development of the necessary skills and legal expertise within the MetLife Law Department to ensure adequate bench strength and capabilities exist to support the Reinsurance Department over the long term Key Relationships: Reports to: Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Corporate Law, Law Department Key Stakeholders: Finance, Reinsurance Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills: Law degree (J.D. or equivalent) and bar admission required with a minimum of five years of relevant legal experience, preferably with a strong record of in-house success Deep knowledge of the reinsurance industry, agreements, regulations and best practices, including the international reinsurance market and captive reinsurance arrangements Extensive experience drafting and negotiating reinsurance treaties and related documentation Ability to handle complex legal matters with minimal oversight while escalating significant issues in a timely fashion Sound judgment, a high degree of professionalism, an ability to prioritize and adhere to deadlines, and leadership competencies to motivate, train and develop others Communicates clearly, concisely and persuasively with a variety of internal stakeholders (corporate business partners, team members, functional colleagues, etc.), works collaboratively and builds effective partnerships Leadership Competencies: Thinks Strategically - Sets direction aligned to the company s strategy, applying external and global perspective to meet local and global needs. Focuses on Customers Promotes customer centricity and ensures focus on creating great customer experiences to achieve competitive advantage. Creates Partnerships - Authentically builds trusted relationships and collaborates across global, diverse and multi-functional teams to successfully drive business objectives. Models Our Values - Creates a culture that promotes values and standards through role modeling, accountability and ownership of decisions MetLife: MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world s leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to help its individual and institutional customers navigate their changing world. Founded in 1868, MetLife has operations in more than 40 countries and holds leading market positions in the United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East. We are one of the largest institutional investors in the U.S. with more than $580 billion in managed assets as of December 31, 2017. We are ranked #42 on the Fortune 500 list for 2017. In 2017, we were named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for the second year in a row. DJSI is a global index to track the leading sustainability-driven companies. Our goal in everything we do is to offer customers truly differentiated value propositions that allow us to establish clear competitive advantages. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to our customers as they navigate life s twists and turns. MetLife is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is MetLife's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace. Legal 0 - 0 Full-time 2018-10-12

Counsel, Corporate Legal Affairs

New York City NY Counsel, Corporate Legal Affairs 42757BR Legal & Business Affairs Staff Responsibilities Role Purpose Transactional lawyer with an emphasis on technology transactions for NBCUniversal Corporate Legal Affairs team. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of transactional agreements with an emphasis on internet, new media, software and related technology licenses for NBCUniversal s corporate divisions such as procurement, HR, finance, corporate communications etc. Agreements may include license agreements for SaaS solutions and hosted services, software and technology license agreements, agreements for the purchasing and licensing of data, content and hardware, consulting and other services agreements, and a variety of other operational agreements Counsel clients on risks associated with engaging in a variety of activities and transactions. Advise clients regarding contractual rights and duties, matters of contract interpretation and pre-litigation dispute resolution Coordinate with Intellectual Property team on intellectual property usage and clearance issues Coordinate with Privacy and Information Security teams to ensure personal data and confidential information is collected, used and secured in accordance with company requirements collection, use and security of personal data and information Provide guidance on development of websites and mobile apps; manage mobile terms of service and counsel clients on their use Manage a high volume of renewals, terminations and amendments for various contracts. Qualifications/Requirements Basic Qualifications Law degree and member of a state bar in good standing Minimum 5+ years related experience at law firm or comparable in-house position. Eligibility Requirements Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through ***to be considered Must be willing to work from New York, New York Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States Must be 18 years or older Desired Characteristics Desired Characteristics Experience in new/digital media Experience in technology transactions, including licensing and development agreements Capable of providing practical legal advice to members of business team at all levels Strong work ethic with ability to work independently, multi-task successfully and meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with minimal supervision Must be a team player Sub-Business Corporate Legal Career Level Experienced City New York State/Province New York Country United States About Us At NBCUniversal, we believe in the talent of our people. It s our passion and commitment to excellence that drives NBCU s vast portfolio of brands to succeed. From broadcast and cable networks, news and sports platforms, to film, world-renowned theme parks and a diverse suite of digital properties, we take pride in all that we do and all that we represent. It s what makes us uniquely NBCU. Here you can create the extraordinary. Join us. Notices NBCUniversal s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable. Legal 0 - 0 Full-time 2018-10-12

Counsel, Litigation

New York City NY Counsel, Litigation 42755BR Legal & Business Affairs Staff Responsibilities Role Purpose The Litigation Counsel will be a member of NBCUniversal s in-house Litigation Group, representing the company s broad portfolio of television, film, and theme park businesses. The Litigation Counsel will be responsible for handling disputes, advising internal business clients, and litigating cases as counsel-of-record (both independently and under supervision of other in-house litigators) and/or in collaboration with outside counsel. The Litigation Counsel will work on a wide range of matters, including general commercial disputes, media litigation (including defamation claims and journalist privilege issues), employment litigation, intellectual property claims (both affirmative and defensive), insured matters, third-party subpoenas and other matters. Responsibilities Analyzing claims and formulating litigation and early case resolution strategy Conducting fact investigations and legal research Drafting legal papers, including pleadings, briefs, declarations, discovery demands and responses Handling or assisting with court proceedings (including federal and state court appearances), arbitrations, mediations, and depositions Advising business clients and senior management on strength of claims and defenses, dispute avoidance and resolution Responding to third-party subpoenas Managing and working collaboratively with outside counsel, as needed Managing and supervising e-discovery Reporting and responding to SVP, Litigation and working closely with other senior in-house litigators and lawyers in other practice groups on a broad variety of litigation and risk issues Qualifications/Requirements Basic Qualifications JD Degree and New York Bar Admission (or willingness to pursue New York admission immediately upon hiring) At least 4 years litigation experience Strong research and writing skills Strong communication and oral presentation skills Eligibility Requirements Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online through nbcunicareers.com Must be willing to work in New York, NY Must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Desired Characteristics Desired Characteristics Strong academic record; journal experience a plus Experience at a nationally recognized law firm or major media company Experience in media, entertainment and/or intellectual property litigation Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team Ability to work effectively under pressure; managing multiple priorities and conflicting deadlines Excellent negotiating skills Sub-Business Corporate Legal Career Level Experienced City New York State/Province New York Country United States About Us At NBCUniversal, we believe in the talent of our people. It s our passion and commitment to excellence that drives NBCU s vast portfolio of brands to succeed. From broadcast and cable networks, news and sports platforms, to film, world-renowned theme parks and a diverse suite of digital properties, we take pride in all that we do and all that we represent. It s what makes us uniquely NBCU. Here you can create the extraordinary. Join us. Notices NBCUniversal s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable. Legal 0 - 0 Full-time 2018-10-12

Counsel, Viacom Media Networks

New York City NY Counsel, Viacom Media Networks Job Locations US-NY-New York Brand Viacom iCIMS ID 2018-9717 Overview and Responsibilities The Viacom Media Networks Music & Entertainment Group primarily consists of the MTV, VH1, Comedy Central and Spike cable networks, as well as various related digital properties and websites. MTV, VH1, Comedy Central and Spike are among the most iconic and engaging brands in the television industry and house a portfolio of popular programs ranging from Teen Wolf and the VMAs on MTV, Bar Rescue and Ink Master on Spike, Love & Hip Hop on VH1 to South Park and Inside Amy Schumer on Comedy Central. JOB DESCRIPTION: Attorney-level position in the VMN Music & Entertainment Group s East Coast Business and Legal Affairs department to provide day-to-day business and legal services for Comedy Central-branded joint promotions with advertisers and sponsors, integrated marketing productions, interstitial programming, live events and on-air series promotional announcements. Primary duties will include: * structuring, drafting and negotiating sponsor and production agreements (e.g., joint promotion agreements, producer, writer, production services, and talent agreements, venue and location releases, etc.) * performing and/or supervising day-to-day legal production work for one-offs and series, and advising and consulting with clients and outside sponsors and production companies regarding production-related legal matters (including guild, union and other employment law issues) * reviewing and approving legal contracts for execution by management * participating in and contributing to strategic deal discussions and researching relevant business and legal issues * providing complex risk assessment for production-related matters * advising and communicating with various other departments within Viacom Media Networks * counseling the client groups on a wide variety of other legal matters, including guild/union and labor issues, intellectual property rights, insurance, product integrations, online and music issues. Basic Qualifications * Membership of the New York and/or California Bar(s) with 3-5 years of relevant experience (ideally with a minimum of 3 years of business/legal affairs experience in a network, studio, entertainment law firm or production company environment). * Must have comprehensive working knowledge of television industry agreements, guild and union regulations (WGA, DGA and SAG-AFTRA), contract law and intellectual property rights (as applicable to the entertainment industry) is required, along with demonstrated capability for legal research, analysis and reasoning. * Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, organizational and computer skills are also a must. * Strong ability to analyze fact patterns and devise creative solutions that allow network executives to execute their creative vision in compliance with corporate policies and guidelines while minimizing overall legal and business risk. * Must be able to multi-task under pressure, manage a varied, high-volume workload efficiently and smoothly, operate independently with minimal supervision and work long hours as necessary. Additional Qualifications * Should be well-versed in entertainment industry customs and practices and possess demonstrated ability to effectively negotiate and interact with agents, managers and outside attorneys. *The business and legal affairs department works as a team in a highly collaborative manner. The ideal candidate will have a cooperative, positive, team-oriented spirit. Apply Here Email this job to a friend Share on your newsfeed We re an equal opportunity employer (EOE). At Viacom, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Viacom is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. Legal 0 - 0 Full-time 2018-10-12

Immigration Defense Attorney

New York City NY Immigration Defense Attorney The candidate will manage the office's defense docket, conduct legal research, draft briefs, motions; prepare petitions/applications/cases for filing and court, and meet with clients to prepare for interviews, hearings; etc. and discuss immigration history and options. Must be familiar with crimmigration issues, and various forms of relief from removal such as asylum, AOS, waivers, U visas, VAWA, naturalization; adjustment of status, etc. Should preferably have fluency in Spanish. Legal 0 - 0 Full-time 2018-10-03
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Wealth Advisor (SAFE) II
In-House,Wells Fargo
Location : Wayne, NY, United States

Wealth Advisor (SAFE) II The candidate will be responsible for identifying prospective clients with investable assets of at least $3MM or more and bringing them to The Private Bank (TPB) within Wealth Management (WM). Manages the relationships of hi... + read more

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Commercial Banking - Wholesale Lending Services - Confidentiality Agreement Negotiator and Information Gatekeeper
In-House,JPMorgan Chase & Co,
Location : New York City, NY, United States

Commercial Banking - Wholesale Lending Services - Confidentiality Agreement Negotiator and Information Gatekeeper - New York, NY-180098801 JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) is a leading global financial services firm with assets of $2.6 trillion... + read more

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Legal and Commercial Corporate Matters Counsel
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Legal and Commercial Corporate Matters Counsel The candidate will be responsible for supporting board of directors; preparing filings, internal communications and memoranda relating to U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission regulations, U.S. and Irish regulations, and stock exchange listing requirements; and overseeing other corporate governance matters relevant to the corporate secretarial function. Prepare board resolutions, presentations and other board materials relating to company transactions, annual meetings, share plan operations and related matters; and otherwise support the board and committee meeting material preparation and distribution process. Aid in the preparation of the company's filings with, and other matters concerning, the SEC (including filings on Forms 10-Q, 10-K and 8-K, Section 16 filings, no action letters and similar items). Aid in the preparation of the company's annual proxy/information statements, manage directors' & officers' questionnaires and participate in the planning of and preparation for shareholder meetings. Assist with Irish corporate law filings and NYSE compliance matters, including with regard to director independence and related party transactions. Review the company's websites and other communications for compliance with SEC and other regulations. Research current topics within the areas of corporate law, securities and finance; prepare memoranda for internal distribution and education of these developments. Respond to internal inquiries related to SEC compliance and corporate secretarial matters. Provide support for other corporate transactions, as needed. Help to organize and manage the team's internal databases of research and filing information. Develop internal guidelines, toolkits, policies and packaged knowledge on various legal and business issues. Manage both in-house and outside legal resources. Should have J.D. from an accredited law school and 3+ years of legal experience managing securities compliance and corporate governance matters in a law firm or fast-paced corporate legal department. Should preferably have in-house experience. Experience or interest in working with international corporate and regulatory compliance issues, specifically Irish corporate law is needed.
 
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Litigation Senior Supervising Attorney
Refer job# DQLZ140955
 
Litigation Senior Supervising Attorney Responsibilities: Responsible for hiring, directing, coaching, mentoring, attorneys, fellows, and/or paralegals. Supervisory functions include overseeing workflow, evaluating and managing performance including setting goals and objectives, providing mentoring and professional development opportunities, making recommendations for promotions and compensation adjustments, handling discipline and responding to grievances from staff under their supervision. Manage, lead, and support complex refugee and immigrants rights litigation, work closely with teams of staff attorneys, fellows, paralegals, direct services attorneys, and co-counsel from law firms and other non-profit organizations. Undertake all aspects of such litigation, including preparing pre-litigation memoranda; drafting pleadings, briefs, and declarations; interviewing clients; managing discovery, including taking and defending depositions; handling oral argument and evidentiary hearings; and reaching out to and providing informational material to affected communities. Develop and initiate new litigation to assist with refugees and other displaced persons. Stay abreast of developments in the law and practice that affect refugees and other displaced persons. Represent IRAP at conferences, in the media, and in public speaking engagements. Participate in and lead internal organizational tasks that support the organization and the department through a period of growth and innovation.

Qualifications: Law degree and license to practice law in New York. If a candidate is moving to New York for the position and is not licensed to practice in New York, willingness to apply for the New York Bar. 5+ years out of law school. The title for this position will depend on the candidate s experience level. Experience playing a significant role in litigating complex civil cases and class actions. Experience with immigration law and/or Administrative Procedure Act litigation is a plus. Commitment to developing a thoughtful and effective supervisory relationship with supervisees, including managing supervisees workflow and performance, providing feedback, and structuring professional development opportunities. Prior supervisory experience is preferred. Strong research, writing, and analytical skills. Ability to develop new and creative legal theories. Strong interpersonal and communications skills. Prior experience working with vulnerable populations and survivors of trauma preferred. Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage a high volume workload and to respond to urgent situations. Interest in working in a dynamic and innovative office that seeks to respond effectively to changing landscape and needs. Fluency in oral and written English. Additional languages are a plus.
 
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Privacy Attorney
Refer job# OSDI140958
 
Privacy Attorney Duties: Work on site at one of their client s offices. Provide support for commercial agreements dealing with data privacy issues. Provide proactive strategic leadership and guidance on privacy and data security issues. Advise on compliance and best practices across all aspects of global privacy and data protection law and regulation, including data use and sharing, analytics, data retention, data security and data breaches. Advise on potential business impact of proposed changes to U.S. and international privacy and data security laws and regulations. Provide strategic expertise and partnership to the company s legal teams on a wide range of data protection and other global privacy matters.

Qualifications: JD Degree or LLM from an accredited law school. Licensed to practice law in the U.S. CIPP strongly preferred. 5+ years experience with privacy, GDPR and data securities issues. Strong project management experience and skills. Law firm and/or in-house law department experience. Have a substantive understanding of GDPR, privacy and data security issues. Have strong analytical skills and effective communication skills including with senior leaders. Have the ability to juggle multiple projects and demands, and the ability to learn quickly. Are able to work independently while exercising great judgment and attention to detail. Are knowledge-focused rather than task-focused; understand the importance of capturing and re-using information. Schedule: 2-3 days per week Term: 3 months
 
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Litigation Senior Supervising Attorney
Refer job# DYCD140959
 
Litigation Senior Supervising Attorney Responsibilities: Responsible for hiring, directing, coaching, mentoring, attorneys, fellows, and/or paralegals. Supervisory functions include overseeing workflow, evaluating and managing performance including setting goals and objectives, providing mentoring and professional development opportunities, making recommendations for promotions and compensation adjustments, handling discipline and responding to grievances from staff under their supervision. Manage, lead, and support complex refugee and immigrants rights litigation, work closely with teams of staff attorneys, fellows, paralegals, direct services attorneys, and co-counsel from law firms and other non-profit organizations. Undertake all aspects of such litigation, including preparing pre-litigation memoranda; drafting pleadings, briefs, and declarations; interviewing clients; managing discovery, including taking and defending depositions; handling oral argument and evidentiary hearings; and reaching out to and providing informational material to affected communities. Develop and initiate new litigation to assist with refugees and other displaced persons. Stay abreast of developments in the law and practice that affect refugees and other displaced persons. Represent IRAP at conferences, in the media, and in public speaking engagements. Participate in and lead internal organizational tasks that support the organization and the department through a period of growth and innovation.

Qualifications: Law degree and license to practice law in New York. If a candidate is moving to New York for the position and is not licensed to practice in New York, willingness to apply for the New York Bar. 5+ years out of law school. The title for this position will depend on the candidate s experience level. Experience playing a significant role in litigating complex civil cases and class actions. Experience with immigration law and/or Administrative Procedure Act litigation is a plus. Commitment to developing a thoughtful and effective supervisory relationship with supervisees, including managing supervisees workflow and performance, providing feedback, and structuring professional development opportunities. Prior supervisory experience is preferred. Strong research, writing, and analytical skills. Ability to develop new and creative legal theories. Strong interpersonal and communications skills. Prior experience working with vulnerable populations and survivors of trauma preferred. Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to manage a high volume workload and to respond to urgent situations. Interest in working in a dynamic and innovative office that seeks to respond effectively to changing landscape and needs. Fluency in oral and written English. Additional languages are a plus.
 
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Corporate Counsel
Refer job# JFSQ140918
 
Corporate Counsel Date Posted: Aug 13, 2018 Location: New York, NY, US, 10016 Company: MetLife Job Location: United States : New York : New York Role Value Proposition: In Legal Affairs, we strive to attract, develop and retain diverse talent with the potential to be future leaders of our department and of MetLife as a whole. We seek legal and compliance professionals who demonstrate high intellectual capacity to understand complex matters facing our company, combined with strong leadership competencies to motivate and inspire higher performance by all our professionals. We take an active role in developing the skills of our talent and guiding their professional growth. By promoting skill development and career advancement for our professionals, we are better positioned to serve our internal business partners and to help achieve MetLife s vision of becoming a world-class leader in the insurance, retirement savings and employee benefits industries. The Corporate Counsel in this role will provide timely legal advice via daily contact with the group distribution business partners, and through completion of various assignments as an individual or as part of a team including: researching and providing analysis of laws that relate to the businesses; identifying and quantifying risks; negotiating contracts with insurance brokers, third-party administrators and private insurance exchanges; advising on the legal and business impacts of MetLife s broker compensation programs; handling Market Conduct Examinations and other regulatory matters with state insurance departments; responding to all legal issues associated with Requests for Proposal for new business; and providing compliance advice to the client on applicable laws. Key Responsibilities: The attorney will be responsible for: Day to Day delivery of legal services individually and as a member of a team to MetLife s Distribution Development and Benefits Delivery organization; Effective, timely and strategic counsel to business on significant business initiatives; Effective support of Unit, Section, and Law Department objectives and initiatives. The attorney will be able to: Handle complex legal matters, analyze legal (and business, where applicable) issues, draft legal documents, and negotiate matters and solve intricate problems using sound legal judgment and expertise with minimal or no supervision; Build and maintain client relationships with diplomacy and by providing concise, insightful, timely, pragmatic, and proactive counsel; Prepare, initiate, advocate, and effectively present legal points and recommendations to influence clients and to represent clients as legal counsel; Conduct legal research and gather matter-related information from various sources; Educate self and business partners on legal developments affecting the business and provide innovative strategies to address those developments. The attorney will have the responsibility to: Draft and negotiate contracts with intermediaries who market and administer MetLife s insurance products; Advise the business on the legal and business impacts of compensation programs for brokers, general agents, third-party administrators, private insurance exchanges, and other intermediaries; Review marketing and training materials; Advise the business units on responses to requests for proposals in connection with the sale and renewal of employee benefits products; Handle customer complaints and regulatory inquiries; Analyze new laws and regulations to determine whether they require changes to MetLife s business processes and products; Perform other duties as required. Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills: Required: J.D. and strong academic credentials Admitted to practice in New York State Candidate must have excellent oral and written communications skills and the ability to handle multiple projects and assignments effectively, and must be able to deal comfortably with business partners and others at all levels within the company. 2-5 years practice post bar admission Relevant practice and experience preferred. Preferred: Leadership aptitude and interest in developing management competencies preferred. Travel Negligible Business Category Legal Number of Openings 1 At MetLife, we re leading the global transformation of an industry we ve long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, we re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers. MetLife is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is MetLife's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace. For immediate consideration, click the Apply Now button. You will be directed to complete an on-line profile. Upon completion, you will receive an automated confirmation email verifying you have successfully applied to the job.
 
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Assistant General Counsel - Reinsurance
Refer job# MOPU140919
 
Assistant General Counsel - Reinsurance Date Posted: Aug 13, 2018 Location: New York, NY, US, 0 Company: MetLife Job Location: New York, NY The Role: The associate in this role will serve as the primary legal advisor to MetLife s Reinsurance Department, which manages MetLife s domestic and international reinsurance operations for all MetLife lines of business. An experienced reinsurance attorney, the associate will draft and negotiate reinsurance agreements on behalf of MetLife and will provide advice on structuring reinsurance for risk management, capital financing and M&A-related activities. The position is based in New York City and travel will occasionally be required. Key Responsibilities: Draft and negotiate a wide variety of reinsurance and related contracts, including group life, employee benefits and international treaties and captive reinsurance solutions Provide strategic, practical legal advice on all of MetLife s global reinsurance activities Represent MetLife s Reinsurance Department before domestic and international regulators, reinsurers and other stakeholders Work with business partners to understand the Reinsurance Department s business goals and strategic initiatives and anticipate the legal issues and resources necessary to support them Support the Reinsurance Department in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to manage and mitigate compliance risk Encourage development of the necessary skills and legal expertise within the MetLife Law Department to ensure adequate bench strength and capabilities exist to support the Reinsurance Department over the long term Key Relationships: Reports to: Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Corporate Law, Law Department Key Stakeholders: Finance, Reinsurance Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills: Law degree (J.D. or equivalent) and bar admission required with a minimum of five years of relevant legal experience, preferably with a strong record of in-house success Deep knowledge of the reinsurance industry, agreements, regulations and best practices, including the international reinsurance market and captive reinsurance arrangements Extensive experience drafting and negotiating reinsurance treaties and related documentation Ability to handle complex legal matters with minimal oversight while escalating significant issues in a timely fashion Sound judgment, a high degree of professionalism, an ability to prioritize and adhere to deadlines, and leadership competencies to motivate, train and develop others Communicates clearly, concisely and persuasively with a variety of internal stakeholders (corporate business partners, team members, functional colleagues, etc.), works collaboratively and builds effective partnerships Leadership Competencies: Thinks Strategically - Sets direction aligned to the company s strategy, applying external and global perspective to meet local and global needs. Focuses on Customers Promotes customer centricity and ensures focus on creating great customer experiences to achieve competitive advantage. Creates Partnerships - Authentically builds trusted relationships and collaborates across global, diverse and multi-functional teams to successfully drive business objectives. Models Our Values - Creates a culture that promotes values and standards through role modeling, accountability and ownership of decisions MetLife: MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world s leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to help its individual and institutional customers navigate their changing world. Founded in 1868, MetLife has operations in more than 40 countries and holds leading market positions in the United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East. We are one of the largest institutional investors in the U.S. with more than $580 billion in managed assets as of December 31, 2017. We are ranked #42 on the Fortune 500 list for 2017. In 2017, we were named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for the second year in a row. DJSI is a global index to track the leading sustainability-driven companies. Our goal in everything we do is to offer customers truly differentiated value propositions that allow us to establish clear competitive advantages. We pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to our customers as they navigate life s twists and turns. MetLife is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is MetLife's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
 
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Counsel, Corporate Legal Affairs
Refer job# PPQG140935
 
Counsel, Corporate Legal Affairs 42757BR Legal & Business Affairs Staff Responsibilities Role Purpose Transactional lawyer with an emphasis on technology transactions for NBCUniversal Corporate Legal Affairs team. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of transactional agreements with an emphasis on internet, new media, software and related technology licenses for NBCUniversal s corporate divisions such as procurement, HR, finance, corporate communications etc. Agreements may include license agreements for SaaS solutions and hosted services, software and technology license agreements, agreements for the purchasing and licensing of data, content and hardware, consulting and other services agreements, and a variety of other operational agreements Counsel clients on risks associated with engaging in a variety of activities and transactions. Advise clients regarding contractual rights and duties, matters of contract interpretation and pre-litigation dispute resolution Coordinate with Intellectual Property team on intellectual property usage and clearance issues Coordinate with Privacy and Information Security teams to ensure personal data and confidential information is collected, used and secured in accordance with company requirements collection, use and security of personal data and information Provide guidance on development of websites and mobile apps; manage mobile terms of service and counsel clients on their use Manage a high volume of renewals, terminations and amendments for various contracts. Qualifications/Requirements Basic Qualifications Law degree and member of a state bar in good standing Minimum 5+ years related experience at law firm or comparable in-house position. Eligibility Requirements Interested candidate must submit a resume/CV through ***to be considered Must be willing to work from New York, New York Must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States Must be 18 years or older Desired Characteristics Desired Characteristics Experience in new/digital media Experience in technology transactions, including licensing and development agreements Capable of providing practical legal advice to members of business team at all levels Strong work ethic with ability to work independently, multi-task successfully and meet multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment, with minimal supervision Must be a team player Sub-Business Corporate Legal Career Level Experienced City New York State/Province New York Country United States About Us At NBCUniversal, we believe in the talent of our people. It s our passion and commitment to excellence that drives NBCU s vast portfolio of brands to succeed. From broadcast and cable networks, news and sports platforms, to film, world-renowned theme parks and a diverse suite of digital properties, we take pride in all that we do and all that we represent. It s what makes us uniquely NBCU. Here you can create the extraordinary. Join us. Notices NBCUniversal s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.
 
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Counsel, Litigation
Refer job# XPRT140936
 
Counsel, Litigation 42755BR Legal & Business Affairs Staff Responsibilities Role Purpose The Litigation Counsel will be a member of NBCUniversal s in-house Litigation Group, representing the company s broad portfolio of television, film, and theme park businesses. The Litigation Counsel will be responsible for handling disputes, advising internal business clients, and litigating cases as counsel-of-record (both independently and under supervision of other in-house litigators) and/or in collaboration with outside counsel. The Litigation Counsel will work on a wide range of matters, including general commercial disputes, media litigation (including defamation claims and journalist privilege issues), employment litigation, intellectual property claims (both affirmative and defensive), insured matters, third-party subpoenas and other matters. Responsibilities Analyzing claims and formulating litigation and early case resolution strategy Conducting fact investigations and legal research Drafting legal papers, including pleadings, briefs, declarations, discovery demands and responses Handling or assisting with court proceedings (including federal and state court appearances), arbitrations, mediations, and depositions Advising business clients and senior management on strength of claims and defenses, dispute avoidance and resolution Responding to third-party subpoenas Managing and working collaboratively with outside counsel, as needed Managing and supervising e-discovery Reporting and responding to SVP, Litigation and working closely with other senior in-house litigators and lawyers in other practice groups on a broad variety of litigation and risk issues Qualifications/Requirements Basic Qualifications JD Degree and New York Bar Admission (or willingness to pursue New York admission immediately upon hiring) At least 4 years litigation experience Strong research and writing skills Strong communication and oral presentation skills Eligibility Requirements Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online through nbcunicareers.com Must be willing to work in New York, NY Must be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program Desired Characteristics Desired Characteristics Strong academic record; journal experience a plus Experience at a nationally recognized law firm or major media company Experience in media, entertainment and/or intellectual property litigation Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team Ability to work effectively under pressure; managing multiple priorities and conflicting deadlines Excellent negotiating skills Sub-Business Corporate Legal Career Level Experienced City New York State/Province New York Country United States About Us At NBCUniversal, we believe in the talent of our people. It s our passion and commitment to excellence that drives NBCU s vast portfolio of brands to succeed. From broadcast and cable networks, news and sports platforms, to film, world-renowned theme parks and a diverse suite of digital properties, we take pride in all that we do and all that we represent. It s what makes us uniquely NBCU. Here you can create the extraordinary. Join us. Notices NBCUniversal s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.
 
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Counsel, Viacom Media Networks
Refer job# LZQI140937
 
Counsel, Viacom Media Networks Job Locations US-NY-New York Brand Viacom iCIMS ID 2018-9717 Overview and Responsibilities The Viacom Media Networks Music & Entertainment Group primarily consists of the MTV, VH1, Comedy Central and Spike cable networks, as well as various related digital properties and websites. MTV, VH1, Comedy Central and Spike are among the most iconic and engaging brands in the television industry and house a portfolio of popular programs ranging from Teen Wolf and the VMAs on MTV, Bar Rescue and Ink Master on Spike, Love & Hip Hop on VH1 to South Park and Inside Amy Schumer on Comedy Central. JOB DESCRIPTION: Attorney-level position in the VMN Music & Entertainment Group s East Coast Business and Legal Affairs department to provide day-to-day business and legal services for Comedy Central-branded joint promotions with advertisers and sponsors, integrated marketing productions, interstitial programming, live events and on-air series promotional announcements. Primary duties will include: * structuring, drafting and negotiating sponsor and production agreements (e.g., joint promotion agreements, producer, writer, production services, and talent agreements, venue and location releases, etc.) * performing and/or supervising day-to-day legal production work for one-offs and series, and advising and consulting with clients and outside sponsors and production companies regarding production-related legal matters (including guild, union and other employment law issues) * reviewing and approving legal contracts for execution by management * participating in and contributing to strategic deal discussions and researching relevant business and legal issues * providing complex risk assessment for production-related matters * advising and communicating with various other departments within Viacom Media Networks * counseling the client groups on a wide variety of other legal matters, including guild/union and labor issues, intellectual property rights, insurance, product integrations, online and music issues. Basic Qualifications * Membership of the New York and/or California Bar(s) with 3-5 years of relevant experience (ideally with a minimum of 3 years of business/legal affairs experience in a network, studio, entertainment law firm or production company environment). * Must have comprehensive working knowledge of television industry agreements, guild and union regulations (WGA, DGA and SAG-AFTRA), contract law and intellectual property rights (as applicable to the entertainment industry) is required, along with demonstrated capability for legal research, analysis and reasoning. * Excellent drafting, negotiation, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, organizational and computer skills are also a must. * Strong ability to analyze fact patterns and devise creative solutions that allow network executives to execute their creative vision in compliance with corporate policies and guidelines while minimizing overall legal and business risk. * Must be able to multi-task under pressure, manage a varied, high-volume workload efficiently and smoothly, operate independently with minimal supervision and work long hours as necessary. Additional Qualifications * Should be well-versed in entertainment industry customs and practices and possess demonstrated ability to effectively negotiate and interact with agents, managers and outside attorneys. *The business and legal affairs department works as a team in a highly collaborative manner. The ideal candidate will have a cooperative, positive, team-oriented spirit. Apply Here Email this job to a friend Share on your newsfeed We re an equal opportunity employer (EOE). At Viacom, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Viacom is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.
 
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Immigration Defense Attorney
Refer job# XHBY140892
 
Immigration Defense Attorney The candidate will manage the office's defense docket, conduct legal research, draft briefs, motions; prepare petitions/applications/cases for filing and court, and meet with clients to prepare for interviews, hearings; etc. and discuss immigration history and options. Must be familiar with crimmigration issues, and various forms of relief from removal such as asylum, AOS, waivers, U visas, VAWA, naturalization; adjustment of status, etc. Should preferably have fluency in Spanish.
 
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