Attorney​/In-House Counsel

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INB is a locally owned, community-focused bank seeking an attorney to join its in‑house legal department as a strategic legal advisor and partner to our business units. This role focuses on navigating the complex legal and regulatory landscape of banking in Illinois and Florida.

We value a collaborative culture, professional development, and the opportunity to work on a broad spectrum of complex, high‑impact legal issues across multiple vital state markets.

• Banking, Lending, and Regulatory Compliance— Provide timely, pragmatic legal advice on banking operations, commercial and retail lending practices, new product development, and related services across Florida and Illinois.
• Conduct legal research and provide counsel on compliance with federal and state regulations, including the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)/Anti‑Money Laundering (AML), Dodd‑Frank Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), Truth in Lending Act (TILA), and other consumer protection and financial services laws.
• Monitor and communicate changes in regulatory requirements and assist in the development and implementation of internal policies and training programs to ensure company‑wide adherence.
• Advise and support the Compliance and Risk Management teams on various internal audits, investigations, and regulatory inquiries.
• Contracts, Transactions, and Documentation— Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, technology/SaaS agreements, NDAs, and professional services contracts.
• Review, interpret, and prepare commercial and real estate loan documentation, ensuring enforce ability and compliance with Florida and Illinois state laws.
• Assist with legal due diligence and documentation related to corporate transactions, such as mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
• Litigation and Risk Management— Assist in managing and overseeing outside counsel for litigation matters in Florida and Illinois, including financial services litigation, contested foreclosures, and single‑plaintiff actions.
• Provide initial assessment of potential disputes and litigation risks, developing strategies to minimize the company’s legal exposure.
• Advise the Human Resources and management teams on employment‑related legal matters, including drafting policies, managing disputes, and ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal labor laws.
• Corporate Governance and Operations— Provide legal support for corporate governance matters, including preparing board resolutions, maintaining corporate records, and ensuring adherence to statutory requirements.
• Communicate complex legal issues and risks effectively to non‑legal business colleagues and senior management.
• Develop and maintain legal document templates and a contract management system to streamline business processes.
• Other duties as assigned by the General Counsel.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing of the Florida or Illinois Bar. Dual admission or ability to obtain in‑house counsel status in the other jurisdiction is a significant plus.
• 3 to 5 years of progressive legal experience in a law firm or in‑house legal department, with a focus on financial services, corporate law, banking, or complex transactional work.
• Proven knowledge of state and federal banking regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., BSA/AML, TILA, Reg B, Reg Z).
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to provide clear, practical, and business‑oriented legal advice in a fast‑paced environment.
• Schedule and attend court hearings as necessary.

• Prior experience as in‑house counsel for a financial institution, bank, or credit union.
• Specific experience in commercial lending, commercial real estate finance, or financial services litigation in the Florida or Illinois markets.
• Experience with data privacy and security laws (e.g., Gramm‑Leach‑Bliley Act).
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional…