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KeyBank

Associate Counsel - Litigation

KeyBank, Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101

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Location:

127 Public Square, Cleveland Ohio

JOB SUMMARY KeyBank National Association is seeking an experienced attorney to join Key Legal’s Litigation Section. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience and familiarity with defensive litigation, arbitration, mediation, case management, budgeting, subpoenas, electronic discovery, and other litigation‑related skills. Knowledge of Financial Services Law, Banking Law, Consumer and Commercial Law is preferred, but not required.

The location for this position is Cleveland, Ohio. This is not a remote position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Management of defensive litigation and arbitration matters

Retention, management and coordination of outside counsel, including budgets

Coordinating and assisting with other Key Legal line of business support attorneys and clients

Coordinating with, and updating, line of business clients related to litigation matters

With some supervision and oversight, provides sound legal advice on routine matters

Provide legal advice and support for all lines of business involved in defensive litigation

Pursues an understanding of litigation, business and regulatory environment through experience and training opportunities

Consults on more complex matters with supervision

Possesses skills and experience in defensive litigation, class actions, and arbitrations

Develops ability to anticipate client needs based on understanding of business and regulatory environment

Proven comfort level/experience collaborating with professionals and management

Ability to influence others through growing business acumen and technical knowledge

Adept in performing legal research; leverages the right resources to develop solutions that balance meeting the needs of the business and mitigating risk to Key

Proactively escalates issues within Key Legal as appropriate

Working knowledge of banking industry

Actively participates in other daily tasks of Key Legal as needed

Knowledge and experience with Local, State and Federal Civil Rules of Procedure

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

Required - Bachelor’s Degree, Juris Doctor Degree, and Active Ohio State Bar Admission

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS A minimum of 3 years relevant litigation experience required. Demonstrated experience and familiarity with defensive litigation, arbitration, mediation, case management, budgeting, subpoenas, electronic discovery, and other litigation‑related skills. Knowledge of Financial Services Law, Banking Law, Consumer and Commercial Law is preferred, but not required.

TACTICAL SKILLS

Demonstrated litigation‑related experience in areas relevant to Key’s business, services and products

Ability to work with a team, honor commitments, demonstrate open and honest communication, accept responsibility, and meet high ethical standards

Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills

Strong organization and planning skills, must manage multiple matters, track information, and prioritize time

Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships within a large organization

Willingness to learn new areas of the law, acquire new skills, and take on additional and/or new responsibilities as needed

Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and on multiple and varied projects simultaneously

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $94,000.00 - $175,000.00 annually. Placement within the pay range may differ based upon various factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and geographic location. Compensation for this role also includes eligibility for incentive compensation subject to individual and company performance.

Please click here for a list of benefits for which this position is eligible.

Key has implemented an approach to employee workspaces which prioritizes in‑office presence, while providing flexible options in circumstances where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment.

Job Posting Expiration Date: 01/30/2026

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to apply on this site may request reasonable accommodations by emailing HR_Compliance@keybank.com.

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