Mid-Level Consumer Financial Regulatory Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm in Washington, DC, is seeking a Mid-Level Consumer Financial Regulatory Associate Attorney with a strong background in consumer financial regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience working on regulatory matters, excellent communication skills, and a dedication to client service. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to work on emerging platforms and digital assets.

Job Duties

• Advise clients on compliance with consumer financial regulations at both state and federal levels.
• Provide counsel on payments and credit products.
• Address issues related to unfair, deceptive, or abusive acts or practices laws.
• Assist clients in navigating regulations about mortgage lenders/servicers, FinTech, cryptocurrency, and other digital assets.
• Conduct legal research and draft memos, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in regulatory proceedings and interactions with regulatory agencies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving consumer financial regulations and industry practices.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and staff on complex legal issues.

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in consumer financial regulatory matters.
• Experience with consumer financial regulations, including payments and credit products at the state and federal levels.
• Knowledge of unfair, deceptive, or abusive acts or practices laws.
• Experience with emerging platforms, FinTech, mortgage lenders/servicers, cryptocurrency, and other digital assets is a plus.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Unrelenting commitment to client service.

Education and Certifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Must be a member of the DC Bar in good standing.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in legal research tools and technology.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build client relationships.

Benefits Offered

• Bonus eligibility.
• Health insurance with an optional Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Employee assistance program.
• Additional voluntary programs including:
  • Voluntary accident insurance.
  • Voluntary life insurance.
  • Voluntary disability insurance.
  • Voluntary long-term care insurance.
  • Voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance.
  • Pet insurance.
• Commuter and transit programs.

This Amlaw firm stands out among its peers as having a commitment to innovation, work-life balance, and friendly firm culture. The firm aims to be agile in the changing legal landscape, and rewards the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of its lawyers. The firm is also serious about its commitment to diversity and pro bono initiatives, and provides ample opportunity for its associates to gain meaningful experience early on in their careers.