Assistant General Counsel - Subpoena Escalation Team - Vice President

Help safeguard JPMorganChase by leading the response to the firm’s most complex and escalated third‑party legal demands. As a Vice President, Assistant General Counsel on the Subpoena Escalation Team, you will partner with internal stakeholders and outside counsel to navigate high‑stakes civil, regulatory, and criminal matters across all lines of business and bank products. You’ll drive compliant, timely, and defensible responses to subpoenas, court orders, CIDs, search warrants, and other sensitive legal process while serving as a trusted liaison with government agencies and external parties. This role is ideal for a seasoned lawyer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings sound judgment under pressure, and communicates with clarity to varied audiences.
 

As a Vice President, Assistant General Counsel on the Subpoena Escalation Team you will work independently and with outside counsel to represent the firm in handling and responding to a high volume of complex and escalated civil, regulatory, and criminal third-party 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. In this role you will be expected to 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. 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. You will have a strong legal background, effective and confident communication skills, excellent research and analytical skills, and the ability to effectively manage a high volume of subpoena-related matters in a fast-paced environment. 

The Legal Department at JPMorgan Chase & Co. manages legal and other risks, advises on products and services, interprets laws and regulations that impact the firm, and advises the firm on other matters.  Our global team is made up of about 2,000 lawyers and legal professionals with a reputation as thought leaders who deliver best-in-class services. As trusted advisors, we help the firm’s clients while also safeguarding the integrity of the firm.  We are committed to a culture of inclusivity and belonging, where people can grow and succeed throughout their careers while working for a first-in-class financial institution doing cutting-edge work. If these values resonate with you, we would like to hear from you.

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 and 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.
• Prepare witnesses for and defend appearances, including depositions, in civil, criminal, and regulatory matters.
• 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.
• 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.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Member in good standing of the [State] Bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in legal practice, with a focus on subpoena compliance, litigation, or regulatory compliance in the banking or financial services industry.
• 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, capabilities, and skills

• Experience working in-house at a financial institution.
• Familiarity with electronic discovery (eDiscovery) processes and technology.

All candidates for roles in the Legal department must successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment.