Financial Institutions Attorney

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Job Overview: A law firm is seeking an experienced Financial Institutions Attorney to join their team in Seattle, WA. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, with a focus on regulatory compliance, operations, and general corporate matters for financial institutions, including banks, credit unions, and non-bank financial entities.

Duties:

• Represent financial institutions in regulatory compliance matters, operational issues, and general corporate transactions.
• Assist clients with consumer and commercial regulatory compliance, ensuring adherence to relevant laws and regulations.
• Review and draft customer-facing disclosures and agreements to ensure legal compliance and protect the interests of the financial institutions.
• Work on general corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, permissible activities, and regulatory filings.
• Provide legal advice and support to clients on various financial and corporate issues.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an attorney, focusing on financial institutions, regulatory compliance, and general corporate matters.
• Membership in the Washington State Bar Association or eligibility for reciprocity.
• Oregon State Bar and/or California State Bar license is a plus.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the Washington State Bar Association.
• Oregon State Bar and/or California State Bar license is a plus.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of financial institutions' regulatory landscape.
• Excellent knowledge of consumer and commercial regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in reviewing and drafting customer-facing disclosures and agreements.
• Experience in handling general corporate transactions for financial entities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced legal environment.

Job Location: Seattle, WA

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