Gaming Law Attorney in Boston, MA

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Government

Boston, MA

Gaming Law Attorney in Boston, MA

Attorney

10-10 yrs required

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Job Title: General Counsel

Job Responsibilities:
The General Counsel is a senior-level manager within the organization, responsible for overseeing the legal department and providing direction and counsel on all legal matters related to the oversight, regulation, and administration of casino gaming, sports wagering, horse racing, parimutuel, and other related activities of the Commission. Key responsibilities include:

- Advising the Commission on legal compliance with all state laws and regulations, including MGL chapter 23K (casino gaming), chapter 23N (sports wagering), chapter 128A (horse racing), and 205 CMR (the Commission’s regulations), as well as open meeting laws, state conflict of interest and ethics laws, procurement rules and regulations, legislative process, state finance law and agency policies, and human resources.
- Establishing, managing, and overseeing strategic and operational plans for the legal department to support the Commission's existing and expanding activities, and developing and managing systems for ensuring compliance with the Commission's statutory reporting requirements.
- Directing and overseeing the delivery and management of all legal services, including analyzing laws, rules, regulations, and existing and proposed legislation affecting the Commission relative to the Gaming, Sports Wagering, and Racing industries; drafting and promulgating Commission regulations related to gaming, sports wagering, and racing; managing the Commission’s adjudicatory hearing and public records programs; consulting with private and public sector legal entities within and outside the Commonwealth who provide legal services for the Commission; and reviewing all significant transactions and contracts for compliance with Federal, State, and Municipal laws and regulations.
- Managing and advising on litigation impacting the Commission in any venue, including administrative matters such as workers' compensation, unemployment compensation, and matters before the MCAD, including the management of outside counsel as needed.
- Directing the development of budgets and prioritizing expenditures for the delivery of legal services to the Commission, including internal staffing and outside counsel costs.
- Providing legal expertise and guidance concerning bargaining unit contracts, employee relations, progressive discipline, and other personnel matters which may arise.
- Advising the Commission in interacting with other Commissions, agencies, and departments to coordinate common legal agreements, memoranda of understanding, interagency agreements, grants, commonwealth information statements, and other common operating rules or practices.
- Advising the Commission on ethics compliance and assisting in preparing and filing necessary disclosures.
- Advising the Commission on the evolving landscape of gaming, sports wagering, and horse racing laws both globally and domestically.

Education and Experience:
- Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school and a current license to practice law in Massachusetts.
- At least ten years of legal experience in a regulatory, government, corporate legal department, or at a governmental agency.
- A minimum of five years of management experience is preferred.

Management Skills:
- Demonstrated ability to lead diverse teams and foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience with and knowledge of administrative law, Massachusetts government/legislative process, investigations, and litigation. Gaming industry experience is a plus.
- Demonstrated capacity for sound legal analysis, legal reasoning, problem-solving, and legal research skills.
- Ability to work in a highly regulated, multi-stakeholder environment and to contribute meaningfully to an agency-wide risk and compliance culture.
- Experience with managing legal teams, developing and mentoring staff, and providing direction to achieve organizational goals.
- Commitment to integrity, transparency, and public service.

Salary Information:
- Salary range: $131, - $173, yearly, commensurate with experience.

Additional Information:
The organization offers a hybrid work environment and requires senior staff to work at least three days in the Boston Office. Based on business needs, additional in-office days may be required. Benefits include a hybrid work environment, MA State Retirement Plan (pension), a 9000 sq. foot on-site fitness center, tuition remission for yourself and your spouse to MA Community Colleges and State Universities, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, deferred compensation 457(b) plan, flexible spending for healthcare, daycare, and transportation, 15 vacation days to start, 12 paid holidays, three personal days, and 15 sick days per year. The successful candidate must pass an extensive background check conducted by the Massachusetts State Police, including a full credit check, CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information), fingerprinting, drug test, reference checks, review of IRS Income Tax Transcripts for the last four years, and a Certificate of Good Standing from the Massachusetts Dept. of Revenue (DOR).

The organization is responsible for implementing the expanded gaming law (Chapter 194 of the Acts of 2011) and regulatory oversight of . chapter 23K (casino gaming), chapter 23N (sports wagering), and chapter 128A (horse racing). Under these laws, the Commission is tasked with establishing a regulatory framework for the solicitation, licensing, taxation, and oversight of a maximum of three casino licenses and one slots parlor only license, the provision of in-person and digital sports wagering, and the live and simulcasting of horse racing in Massachusetts.

It is the policy of the organization and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status that is protected by federal, state, or local law.

Jul 15, 2025
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