Litigation Counsel, US

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About Kraken

As one of the largest and most trusted digital asset platforms globally, we are empowering people to experience the life-changing potential of crypto. Trusted by over 8 million consumer and pro traders, institutions, and authorities worldwide - our unique combination of products, services, and global expertise is helping tip the scales towards mass crypto adoption. But we’re only just getting started. We want to be pioneers in crypto and add value to the everyday lives of billions. Now is not the time to sit on the sidelines. Join us to bring crypto to the world.

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About the Role

This role is fully remote within the United States, we will consider US-based applicants.

Responsibilities

Manage litigation and arbitration for Kraken’s global entities

Direct aspects of litigation, including discovery, case preparation, tracking and communication of case-related dates and information, and the review and preparation of documents, reports, and correspondence

Advise the company on strategic compliance with consumer protection laws, electronic funds transfer laws, privacy laws, and related client complaints

Manage relationships with outside counsel

Direct court proceedings on some matters (including federal and state court appearances), arbitrations, mediations, and depositions

Advise executives and senior management on claims and defenses as well as the avoidance and effective resolution of disputes

Requirements

A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset

An opportunity-making attitude, using the law to increase the company’s optionality

4/5+ years of relevant experience litigating financial services or technology matters, whether in-house, in government, or at a top law firm

Admission to practice law in the US

An interest in crypto

Experience resolving client legal threats, particularly in technology or financial services, is nice to have

Location Tagging: #US

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