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Associates
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| Office: | Charlotte |
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Financial Services Regulatory and Compliance |
The Charlotte Office of Dykema Gossett PLLC has an opening for an associate in the Financial Services Regulatory and Compliance Practice with 2-5 years of experience. Ideal candidate would have hands on experience in consumer financial regulatory matters relating to mortgage, consumer credit, multi-state compliance, licensing and enforcement. Knowledge of a variety of consumer credit regulations such as TILA, RESPA, FDCPA, ECOA, and the Dodd Frank Act is needed. We prefer a candidate that has both federal and state regulatory compliance experience, as our team represents a wide variety of financial institutions.
We are seeking applicants who desire to work in a fast-paced, cutting edge practice group with a team of dedicated professionals. Intellectual curiosity and a desire to provide excellent client service, along with outstanding communication skills, are expected. We look for superior client relationship skills, a congenial personality and the ability to gain the trust and confidence of a variety of individuals. The ability to juggle assignments and priorities is critical. Candidates should be problem solvers with good attention to detail. The ability to work independently as well as to know when to involve more senior team members is important.
Active members of the North Carolina Bar are preferred. Those eligible to waive in by February 2012 will be considered.
Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume and a copy of your law school transcripts to:
Sarah Staup
Dykema
400 Renaissance Center
Detroit, MI 48243
This information may be faxed to (313) 568-6691
You may send an e-mail to: sstaup@dykema.com
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EOE
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| Office: | Bloomfield Hills |
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Litigation |
The Bloomfield Hills office seeks an associate with 2-4 years of commercial litigation experience. Experience with financial services litigation is a plus. Candidates should have experience in drafting and arguing motions, drafting all manner of pleadings and developing case strategy. Excellent written and oral advocacy skills are required. The work requires attention to detail and the ability to produce quality work under tight deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills are always appreciated.Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume and a copy of your law school transcripts to:
Sarah Staup
Dykema
400 Renaissance Center
Detroit, MI 48243
This information may be faxed to (313) 568-6691
You may send an e-mail to: sstaup@dykema.com
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EOE
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Staff Attorneys
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| Office: | Bloomfield Hills |
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Employment |
The Bloomfield Hills office seeks a staff attorney with 7-8 years of experience representing employers in labor and employment, including counseling, alternative dispute resolution, and litigation in a number of forums such as state and federal courts and agencies, and other venues. Candidates should have extensive experience in addressing all types of employment questions, including those relating to the FMLA, FLSA, ADA, ADEA, ELCRA, and ERISA as well as experience in drafting and arguing motions, drafting all manner of pleadings, developing case strategy, preparing witnesses and taking and defending depositions. Excellent written and oral advocacy skills are required. The work requires attention to detail, the ability to produce quality work under tight deadlines, and extensive client contact. Strong interpersonal skills are always beneficial. Traditional labor experience, including practice before the National Labor Relations Board and/or Michigan Employment Relations Commission, is a plus but is not required.Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume and a copy of your law school transcripts to:
Sarah Staup
Dykema
400 Renaissance Center
Detroit, MI 48243
This information may be faxed to (313) 568-6691
You may send an e-mail to: sstaup@dykema.com
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EOE
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Administrative and Support Personnel
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| Office: | Detroit |
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Chief Financial Officer |
| Summary: Responsible for directing all of the firm’s financial operations. Works closely with the COO, develops and recommends financial strategies and analysis in support of the firm’s overall strategic initiatives and operational objectives. Prepares timely and meaningful analysis regarding the firm’s financial performance. Ensures accuracy of financial data and reports; develops metrics, tools, trends and communication regarding financial data, revenue forecasts and adverse developments.
Provides leadership for firm and client accounting matters including billing and collections, timekeeper statistics, advance accounts, member capital accounts, accounts receivable, trust accounting, accounts payable, tax payments, preparation of partnership K-1’s and tax returns, general insurance contracts, fixed assets and other related firm and client accounting responsibilities. Develops and monitors annual revenue, expense and capital budgets and plans.
Requirements include: 10+ years experience, preferably in a large law firm or other professional services firm, with specific job related background, including strategic planning, negotiating, budgeting, accounting principles and financial analysis. CPA or Masters Degree in Finance or Accounting preferred. Must have excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously. Must be resourceful when analyzing problems, evaluating alternatives, proposing and implementing solutions. Must have the ability to exercise good business judgment and diplomacy in complex situations as well as the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion.
Occasional travel to regional offices required; must be reliable and able to work on an “on call” basis utilizing a PDA.
Competitive salary and benefit package, including parking stipend and tuition reimbursement. Qualified candidates should forward resume, including salary requirements to:
Human Resources Department
Dykema
400 Renaissance Center
Detroit, MI 48243
This information may be faxed to (313) 568-5381
You may send an e-mail to: recruiting@dykema.com
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EOE
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| Office: | Bloomfield Hills |
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Network Director |
| Summary: Responsible for the reliability, integrity and dependability of the firm’s data and voice networks. Makes recommendations related to specific technologies and develops effective system implementation methodologies in support of stated firm business objectives set forth by the CIO. Actively manages the design and successful implementation of all projects related to back office computer systems, local and wide area infrastructure projects. Contributes to the Business Continuity objectives of the firm. Maintains network operations, computer hardware, and/or software applications for the purpose of ensuring efficient operations. Coordinates the preparation of bid specifications for required purchases such as computers, routers, software, email, firewall, and backups. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: setting priorities; being attentive to detail; working with frequent interruptions; working as part of a team; communicating with diverse groups; conveying technical information to non-technical audiences; and meeting deadlines and schedules.
Prepares written materials including procedures, drawings, budget requests, reports, memos, letters, etc. Provides direction and mentoring to IS staff on technical issues raised internally or by firm clients. Interviews, hires, manages and evaluate the performance of the Network staff.
Requirements include:
•Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or related field preferred.
•Five years related work experience related to technology and supervisory responsibilities.
•Technology certifications preferred (Cisco, Microsoft, Etc.)
•Must be able to manage, VMware, Microsoft Windows Server environment, Cisco (or equivalent) LAN/WAN infrastructure, and Data Center operations.
•Must be able to work with other IS Managers to develop long term strategies as it relates to infrastructure, WAN/LAN/Wireless and Disaster Recovery.
•Must be able to coordinate the monitoring of infrastructure, circuit, and server performance through internal and external sources including managing vendor performance, selecting tools used internally that provide the best ROI and reviewing the processes and procedures to validate the statistics provided.
•Demonstrated knowledge of Wide Area Network concepts and proficiency in Office 2003 or higher required.
•Highly effective communication skills, both verbal and written, required.
•Extensive analytical skills and resourcefulness required.
•Experience in a legal environment preferred.
•Knowledge of network hardware (Routers, Switches, Wireless access points), and document management systems preferred.
•Occasional travel to regional offices required; reliability and ability to work on an “on call” basis utilizing a PDA providing seven days per week, 24 hour a day support. Some evenings, weekends and out-of-town travel are required.
•Ability to pack, lift, transport materials needed for network configuration.
•Must be familiar with Office automation applications (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation). Competitive salary and benefit package, including tuition reimbursement. Qualified candidates should forward resume, including salary requirements to:
Human Resources Department
Dykema
400 Renaissance Center
Detroit, MI 48243
This information may be faxed to (313) 568-5381
You may send an e-mail to: recruiting@dykema.com
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EOE
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| Office: | Bloomfield Hills |
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Network Virtualization Infrastructure Storage Analyst |
| The position will be responsible for all Server setup, monitoring and administration. Assist Network Management in achieving reliability, integrity, and dependability of the firm’s data network and data center operations. Recommend specific technologies to meet stated firm business objectives. Manage the Virtualization, Infrastructure and Server environment. Assist with the architecture design sessions for VIS solutions; implement the solutions and document the comprehensive plan. Responsible for monitoring Servers performance, storage requirements, and the administration of key back office systems in conjunction with other team members. Effectively communicate information to other I/S staff.
Requirements:
•Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems or related field preferred.
•Must have extensive knowledge of virtualization and SAN best practices (4+ years of hands on experience) required.
•Knowledge of virtualization using storage products such as EMC (CLARiiON, Celerra, and VNX), NetApp etc.
•Must have experience with multi-server environments running VMW, and ESX/ESXi/vSphere products and associated management applications (vCener Server, Orchestrator, Life Cycle Manger, VCB vRanger, VEEAM, etc.).
•Must have a demonstrated working knowledge of Microsoft Server 2003, Server 2008 and Active Directory.
•VMware, VCP 4 and Microsoft certifications required.
•VMware Infrastructure and Business Continuity Competency preferred
•Knowledge of Datacenter infrastructure including DNS, PXE, DHCP, NTP, SMTP, MS Exchange, Anti Virus, and Security is a plus.
•Tape backup systems (ADIC) and architecting/maintaining backup systems such as Symantec NetBackup, Comm Vault, and Legato Network a plus.
•EMC/ASN, SAN Certification, Microsoft Virtualization and/or CommVault certification preferred.
•Strong communication skills both verbal and written required.
•Demonstrated Project Management skills required.
•This position will require that you work on an “on call” basis utilizing a Blackberry, or PDA with remote mail accessibility. Occasional travel to other regional offices is required. Competitive salary and benefit package, including tuition reimbursement. Qualified candidates should forward resume, including salary requirements to:
Human Resources Department
Dykema
400 Renaissance Center
Detroit, MI 48243
This information may be faxed to (313) 568-5381
You may send an e-mail to: recruiting@dykema.com
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EOE
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| Position: |
Docket Coordinator |
| Major Mid-west law firm is recruiting for a Docket Coordinator. Duties include supporting and managing the daily maintenance and operation of the Firm's computerized docketing system for the Michigan, California and Texas offices. Generating and proofing for quality all routine and special docketing system reports as well as generating and distributing docket reports in accordance with the Docketing Department reporting schedule. Coordinating the daily docket operations, supporting and overseeing the CompuLaw System providing quality control for docket entries. Interacting with CompuLaw support staff to resolve problems and develop solutions as necessary. Loading and testing court rule subscriptions/updates as they become available. Reviewing state and federal court rules as well as research specific judges’ court standards for calculation of all pleading deadlines, court filings, court dates, appearances, discovery dates, and all opposing party deadlines. Providing assistance to the Chicago Docketing group as needed.
Requirements include: Associates Degree preferred. Minimum 3 years of work related experience required. Paralegal certificate preferred. Must have knowledge of CompuLaw computer system and court rules. Must have excellent communication skills and attention to detail. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) preferred.
Competitive salary and benefit package, including tuition reimbursement. Qualified candidates should forward resume, including salary requirements to:
Human Resources Department
Dykema
400 Renaissance Center
Detroit, MI 48243
This information may be faxed to (313) 568-5381
You may send an e-mail to: recruiting@dykema.com
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EOE
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| Office: | Chicago |
| Position: |
Chief Marketing Officer |
| Major Mid-west law firm is recruiting for a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) to develop and implement the Firm’s marketing strategy. The CMO is responsible for directing the Firm’s marketing, business development, client relations and promotional activities. Primary responsibilities include: planning, executing and updating business development and marketing plans for the Firm and its practice areas, working closely with the Chairman, Chief Operating Officer, Department Directors, Practice Group Leaders and others; developing and monitoring related business development, marketing, client service and charitable contribution budgets; and, developing and managing a team of professionals and support staff capable of carrying out strategic business development and marketing initiatives.
Requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, business, communications or related field. The successful candidate will have led the marketing and business development function for a minimum of seven years at a large law firm or other professional services firm. To function successfully in the position, the candidate must be a strong leader and have exhibited highly effective team-building and problem-solving skills. A professional appearance and demeanor, proven interpersonal, supervisory and analytical skills, as well as excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Must possess excellent organizational skills and have the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously. A thorough knowledge of business planning and targeting programs for both individual partners and practice areas required. Must have a demonstrated history of exercising sound business judgment and diplomacy in complex situations, handling sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and working under urgent time constraints.
Competitive salary and benefit package, including parking stipend and tuition reimbursement. Qualified candidates should forward resume, including salary requirements to:
Human Resources Department
Dykema
400 Renaissance Center
Detroit, MI 48243
This information may be faxed to (313) 568-5381
You may send an e-mail to: recruiting@dykema.com
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EOE
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| Office: | Charlotte |
| Position: |
Legal Administrative Assistant |
| The Charlotte office has an opening for a Legal Administrative Assistant. Duties include: providing legal administrative assistant support to attorneys within the Corporate Finance Group. Answering telephones, preparing documents, completing transcriptions, scheduling meetings, and maintaining files. Run conflicts, prepare screening forms, set up engagement letters, and order legal files. Coordinate pickup and delivery of documents with the receptionist. Enter and release attorneys’ time, use appropriate discretion when handling confidential files; and performs various other secretarial duties.
Requirements include: Minimum of 5 years legal office experience, preferably in Corporate Finance, some college preferred; type 55 wpm; extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) with advanced knowledge in MS Word.
Must have superior technical, proofreading, spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills. Must be able to multi-task, meet deadlines, have strong organizational and communication skills, and capable of working under pressure. Must be a self motivated team player capable of assisting and supporting busy attorneys. This position may require some overtime with short notice.
Competitive salary and benefit package, including parking stipend and tuition reimbursement. Qualified candidates should forward resume, including salary requirements to:
Cathy Schabacker
Dykema
Third Floor West, Franklin Square, 1300 I Street N.W.
Washington, DC 20005-3353
This information may be faxed to (202) 906-8669
You may send an e-mail to: dchr@dykema.com
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EOE
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| Office: | Los Angeles |
| Position: |
Legal Administrative Assistant |
| Summary: Provide legal administrative assistant support to attorneys within the Litigation Group. Answer telephones, type and draft correspondence, prepare legal documents, schedule meetings, maintain current filing system. Use appropriate discretion when handling confidential files; and performs various other secretarial duties.
Requirements include: Minimum of 5 years legal experience, preferably in Litigation, some college preferred; type 55 wpm; extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) with advanced knowledge in MS Word. Working knowledge of Secretary of State Filings and Formation of Corporations required.
Must have superior technical, proofreading, spelling, grammar, and punctuation skills. Must be able to multi-task, meet deadlines, have strong organizational and communication skills, and capable of working under pressure. This position may require some overtime with short notice. Competitive salary and benefit package, including parking stipend and tuition reimbursement. Qualified candidates should forward resume, including salary requirements to:
Nancy Adams
Dykema
333 South Grand Avenue, Suite 2100
Los Angeles, CA 90071
This information may be faxed to (213) 457-1850
You may send an e-mail to: nadams@dykema.com
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