Legal Counsel (Litigation & Legal Process)

Join OKX, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, as a Legal Counsel specializing in litigation and legal processes. In this role, you will provide legal advice and guidance to OKX and its affiliated entities, handle disputes and enforcement matters, respond to government and law enforcement requests, and work cross-functionally with various teams. You will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and make a significant impact in the regulated cryptocurrency industry.

• Review and respond to subpoenas, Section 1782 applications, garnishments, and court orders served on OKX, negotiating scope and interfacing with opposing counsel.
• Respond to US law enforcement and government process escalated by the legal response operations team, including grand jury subpoenas and court orders.
• Assess and respond to litigation demands and threatened claims, handling matters directly where appropriate and escalating as needed.

• Minimum 4 years of litigation experience at a leading law firm, financial institution, fintech or government agency
• Enthusiasm about building an in-house career in a fast-growing, regulated industry
• Candidate may be based in New York or the San Francisco Bay Area
• Sound judgment and the ability to manage a high volume of time-sensitive matters
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment across global time zones
• JD and admission in good standing in at least one US state
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Working knowledge of federal and state civil procedure, including subpoena and motion practice
• Experience in traditional finance, fintech, payments, crypto or digital assets
• Experience with legal process or law enforcement response at a financial institution or technology company
• Experience with emergency relief, asset freezes, receiverships or judgment enforcement
• Prior in-house experience or secondment
• Familiarity with the Stored Communications Act, Bank Secrecy Act or financial privacy laws