Government Investigations Specialist

Location: New York

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** Job Description
** The role of Government Investigations Specialist is part of U.S. Bank Law Division’s Government Investigations team.  The position will involve working collaboratively with four other paralegals who are responsible for analyzing and responding to large numbers of complex government subpoenas and other legal process.  The successful candidate will have significant knowledge of the compulsory legal process function.  Must have excellent organizational skills and be capable of working independently and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.  

Must demonstrate exceptional decision-making, judgment, and discretion, as matters often involve sensitive customer records and confidential government investigations.  Comfort with, and professionalism when, speaking with government attorneys and federal law enforcement agents is key.
** Essential Functions**- Respond to complex and high risk third-party government subpoenas on behalf of the Bank, including negotiating with government attorneys and federal law enforcement agents over the timing and scope of the Bank’s response to these subpoenas.

-Research and successfully navigate Bank databases across the enterprise, including understanding the relationships between numerous and varied Bank systems, customer accounts, and complex financial transactions.

- Analyze legal issues arising from government subpoenas, identify potential legal risk to the Bank, and consult with Bank attorneys on subpoenas that may be focused on the Bank.

- Obtain an understanding of state and federal laws, court opinions, and internal policies about releasing confidential customer information.

- Contribute to creating a positive working environment that fosters collegiality and professional growth with other Government Investigation team members.

- Meet and confer by phone and email with government attorneys and law enforcement agents about questions or concerns arising from subpoenas that the Bank receives.

- Establish and maintain strong relationships across the Law Division and the Bank, including with the Subpoena Operations and Enterprise Financial Crimes Compliance groups, to facilitate timely and complete responses to government inquiries.
** Basic Qualifications**  - Paralegal certification from an accredited program, or equivalent degree or experience
** Preferred Skills/Experience**- Prior experience working with and responding to compulsory legal process.

- Two or more years of experience at the Bank, in the financial services industry, or at a law firm is preferred but not required.
** Location expectations
** This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week.

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