Regulatory Associate Attorney

1-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Richmond is seeking a Regulatory Associate Attorney who will maintain positive client contact, participate in marketing efforts, perform legal research, draft necessary documents, and provide legal representation to clients. The ideal candidate should have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, be a member of the applicable State Bar (or have an expectation of becoming a member), and possess knowledge of SCC regulatory law. This role may involve working independently or under the supervision of other attorneys, requiring strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to ethical standards.

Duties:

• Maintain positive contact with clients while observing confidentiality in client matters.
• Participate in the firm’s marketing efforts and contribute to client development.
• Perform legal research and analysis on complex regulatory issues.
• Draft necessary legal documents for client representation and route them through appropriate office procedures.
• Conduct discovery of electronically stored data and hard copies of information in preparation for litigation.
• Review and analyze newly assigned and existing matters to provide ongoing legal representation until conclusion.
• Formulate and issue well-founded legal opinions to clients.
• Communicate regularly with clients regarding the status of their legal matters.
• Maintain membership in the state bar and complete all required Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements annually.
• Adhere to ethical requirements as set forth by the Rules of Professional Conduct and comply with the firm’s professional liability insurer's requirements.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Member of the applicable State Bar, or expectation of becoming a member.
• Knowledge of SCC regulatory law and legal practice.
• Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with clients, attorneys, and staff.
• Ability to work independently and under supervision as required.
• Commitment to ethical standards and confidentiality.
• Willingness to work more than 40 hours per week as needed to fulfill job duties.

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications (if applicable):

Admission to the applicable State Bar.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis proficiency.
• Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents and briefs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse clients, attorneys, and staff.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in computer systems and legal databases for research and document preparation.

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