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Legal Counsel (Litigation)

Equifax
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 15 days
Location

Atlanta, GA, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Equifax is seeking a Legal Counsel, Litigation with 5+ years of litigation experience to join their Legal Team in Atlanta.
  • The role involves managing Fair Credit Reporting Act lawsuits and ensuring the company's legal protection in various courts.
  • Candidates should possess a Juris Doctor degree, an active state bar license, and extensive knowledge of consumer protection statutes.
  • The position offers a salary commensurate with experience along with comprehensive benefits including 401k matching and paid time off.
  • Travel may be required up to 25% of the time as part of the role.

Equifax is where you can power your possible. If you want to achieve your true potential, chart new paths, develop new skills, collaborate with bright minds,  and make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you.

Join our Equifax Legal Team and make a difference with the work you do!  The Legal Counsel, Litigation will be on the front lines ensuring that the Equifax is adequately protected in response to legal matters. The Counsel will staff a caseload of Fair Credit Reporting Act lawsuits in various courts (including federal, state, and small claims) against Equifax.  Reporting to the Senior Litigation Counsel, you will work with the Equifax Legal Team in our headquarters in Midtown Atlanta.

What you’ll do

  • Partner with internal business units as a trusted advisor to identify risk, implement litigation prevention strategies, and address regulatory compliance changes.

  • Work independently, with paralegal and litigation operations support, to direct legal strategy and defense for assigned litigation matters.

  • Review complaint allegations, draft motions and pleadings, evaluate liability, and manage high-volume litigation dockets efficiently.

  • Partner with outside counsel on discovery, deposition preparation, trial strategies, and fee management.

  • Oversee e-discovery processes, document collections, and legal hold implementations for litigation and regulatory inquiries.

  • Represent Equifax in dispute resolution, mediations, and settlement negotiations where appropriate.

  • Maintain accountability for consumer litigation and pre-litigation disputes across the United States.

    Travel up to 25% of the time.

What experience you need

  •  5+ years of litigation experience as a practicing attorney within a law firm or corporate legal department.

  • Extensive working knowledge of the Fair Credit Reporting Act(FCRA) and federal/state consumer protection statutes.

  • Demonstrated experience managing complex litigation, e-discovery, and dispute resolution.

  • Bachelor’s Degree and Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

  • Active state bar license in good standing.


What could set you apart

  • In-house litigation experience within the financial services, fintech, or data analytics sectors.

  • Familiarity with state consumer privacy laws and consumer regulatory agencies (e.g., CFPB).

  • Proficient with Google Workspace tools and modern litigation management technology platforms.

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We offer comprehensive compensation and healthcare packages, 401k matching, paid time off, and organizational growth potential through our online learning platform with guided career tracks.

Are you ready to power your possible?  Apply today, and get started on a path toward an exciting new career at Equifax, where you can make a difference!

Primary Location:

USA-Atlanta Corporate

Function:

Function - Legal

Schedule:

Full time



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