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Senior Counsel, Litigation
Senior Counsel, LitigationAffirm • San Francisco, CA, United States
Senior Counsel, Litigation

Senior Counsel, Litigation

Affirm • San Francisco, CA, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.

What You'll Do

  • Manage and oversee affirm’s portfolio of litigation and pre‑litigation matters across consumer, commercial, regulatory, and securities domains, including individual and class action lawsuits, arbitration demands, third‑party subpoenas, and related matters.
  • Develop and execute strategic litigation plans that align with company goals and business priorities.
  • Advise internal stakeholders on litigation risks, exposure, and mitigation strategies.
  • Prepare up‑to‑date status reports, case summaries, and exposure assessments relating to litigation matters.
  • Manage all aspects of discovery and draft pleadings and briefs as needed.
  • Engage and manage outside counsel to efficiently and effectively represent affirm.

What We Look For

  • J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and licensed and in good standing to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
  • Minimum of 6 years of litigation experience, including significant time at a top‑tier law firm and / or in‑house at a financial services or technology company.
  • Proven ability to manage complex litigation independently, including class actions and consumer protection matters.
  • Strong knowledge of consumer finance laws, including the FCRA, FDCPA, TCPA, and related statutes.
  • Excellent judgment, research, writing, and advocacy skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment with shifting priorities.
  • Collaborative team player with a business‑oriented mindset and an appreciation for affirm’s mission to deliver honest financial products that improve lives.
  • Compensation

    Pay Grade – O, Equity Grade – 8.

    Employees new to affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job‑related skills.

    Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents).

    USA base pay range (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year : $215,000 – $265,000.

    USA base pay range (all other U.S. states) per year : $191,000 – $241,000.

    Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

    Remote Work

    affirm is proud to be a remote‑first company! The majority of our roles are remote and you can work almost anywhere within the country of employment. affirmers in proximal roles have the flexibility to work remotely, but will occasionally be required to work out of their assigned affirm office. A limited number of roles remain office‑based due to the nature of their job responsibilities.

    Benefits

  • Health care coverage – affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependents.
  • Flexible Spending Wallets – generous stipends for spending on technology, food, various lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses.
  • Time off – competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge.
  • ESPP – an employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of affirm at a discount.
  • We believe it’s on us to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to candidates in need of individualized support during the hiring process.

    By clicking “Submit Application,” you acknowledge that you have read affirm’s Global Candidate Privacy Notice and hereby freely and unambiguously give informed consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of your personal information as described therein.

    For U.S. positions that could be performed in Los Angeles or San Francisco, pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, affirm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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