JPMorgan Litigation Subpoena Escalation Team Associate Counsel 

Argentina, Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires 

363385215

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.

Job 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.

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.