About World Business Lenders (www.wbl.com)

World Business Lenders (WBL) provides general purpose short-term real estate collateralized commercial loans to a broad customer base comprised of small and medium sized businesses throughout the United States that lack access to traditional funding.

This is a Contract/Consultant position. Generally, working hours will be 9:00am-6:00pm Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, although hours worked may be greater based upon operational requirements. The job requires excellent oral and written command of the English language. 

Responsibilities: 

Develop and oversee legal strategies in response to litigation, regulatory inquiries, and investigations. Provide legal guidance and risk assessments throughout the lifecycle of disputes. Supervise and manage daily operations of internal litigation teams. Select, engage, and oversee outside counsel handling litigation and investigations. Monitor legal spend and manage litigation budgets to ensure cost-effective outcomes. Draft and implement internal policies and procedures for managing disputes and government inquiries. Ensure consistent reporting and communication of litigation updates to executive management and the Board. Coordinate with business units to gather information and ensure alignment on legal strategies. Maintain organized records of case files, correspondence, and supporting documents. Review and approve litigation-related documents, including pleadings, discovery responses, and settlement agreements. Establish legal protocols for responding to subpoenas, government notices, or regulatory demands. Maintain awareness of relevant legal developments affecting ongoing or potential litigation. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.