ATTORNEY JOB DESCRIPTION
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Attorney Job Description Template
1. About the Role
An Attorney who cannot convert legal research into persuasive courtroom arguments costs clients favorable outcomes - and a firm its reputation. Plain definition first: an Attorney is a licensed lawyer who represents clients, handles their cases, and advises them on legal risk. In a civil litigation practice, that means owning a docket of active matters from initial case screening through depositions, hearings, and resolution, answering to both clients who need clear counsel and senior attorneys who set case strategy. State bar admission requirements and annual Continuing Legal Education obligations mean the standards of this seat are set externally, not just internally.
2. Position Summary
As the Attorney, you are responsible for managing civil litigation matters from intake through trial or settlement, providing legal counsel that directly determines the outcome clients experience. You will operate within a law firm environment, working alongside senior attorneys, paralegals, and non-attorney staff across a shared docket of active cases.
3. Why Join Us
Career Impact: Sustained civil litigation practice - spanning depositions, motion hearings, and courtroom appearances - builds the trial record and bar standing that distinguish senior litigators in a competitive legal market.
Business Impact: Client outcomes in family law, personal injury, and commercial disputes depend on the quality of legal arguments prepared and the negotiations conducted on their behalf by the Attorney in this seat.
Growth Opportunity: Exposure to the full range of litigation tasks, including discovery management, deposition strategy, and evidentiary motions, accelerates the path toward lead counsel designation and case ownership at a higher level of complexity.
4. Key Responsibilities
- Screen and evaluate cases, analyze applicable case law, and develop legal arguments for state and federal court proceedings.
- Represent clients at depositions, motion hearings, mediation sessions, and trial, defending their interests at each stage.
- Draft pleadings, motions, complaints, memoranda, dissolution agreements, and other legal documents with accuracy and within deadlines.
- Conduct written and oral discovery, including taking and defending depositions across active matters.
- Advise clients on legal options, potential outcomes, and risk, maintaining regular communication throughout the life of their matter.
- Collaborate with paralegals and non-attorney staff to prepare case files, manage calendars, and meet court deadlines.
- Negotiate with opposing parties and counsel to pursue favorable resolutions through settlement or mediation where appropriate.
5. Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school or equivalent.
- 3 or more years of civil litigation experience, with demonstrated ability to manage active matters independently.
- Active bar admission in the relevant state jurisdiction, in good standing with all CLE requirements current.
- Ability to draft persuasive legal documents including pleadings, motions, briefs, and client correspondence.
- Strong legal research skills using primary and secondary sources to build well-founded arguments.
- Proven ability to manage client relationships with clear, consistent communication under adversarial conditions.
- Sound judgment in negotiations, case assessment, and identifying appropriate resolution strategies.
6. Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in family law, personal injury, or first-party property insurance litigation.
- Clerkship, law review, or equivalent legal writing credential demonstrating advanced written advocacy.
- Experience supervising paralegals or non-attorney staff in a litigation support function.
- Familiarity with e-discovery processes and document collection in complex multi-party matters.
7. Success Metrics & Environment
- Case resolution rate, reflecting the proportion of matters closed through negotiated settlement or favorable trial outcome.
- Deposition completion ratio, measuring timely execution of scheduled depositions relative to discovery deadlines.
- Court filing accuracy rate, tracking the percentage of documents filed without procedural deficiency or rejection.
- Client matter update frequency, reflecting whether clients receive timely status communications per firm standards.
- CLE compliance rate, confirming all annual Continuing Legal Education credits are current at audit date.
8. Compensation & Benefits (US Market Benchmark)
- Base Salary Range: $80,000 to $140,000 annually depending on experience and market.
- Bonus: Merit-based annual bonus common in mid-size and large litigation firms.
- Equity: Equity typically not offered at associate level; partnership track available at senior firms.
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage standard across most law firm employers.
- PTO: 15 to 20 days annually; court-schedule flexibility varies by firm.
- Common Perks: Bar dues reimbursement, CLE funding, malpractice insurance coverage, and law library access.
Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.
9. EEO & Legal
Candidates are evaluated solely on their qualifications, experience, and ability to perform the responsibilities of this role. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should notify the hiring team. Employment in this role is contingent on successful completion of a background check. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
Attorney Job Description Examples
1. Associate Attorney (Family Law)
The Associate Attorney owns client legal representation across family law matters including conflicts, divorces, asset protection, and adoptions, working alongside senior associates and paralegals in a Tennessee-based practice. The role delivers growth-oriented legal experience for a professional seeking full-time engagement, with direct impact on client outcomes and case resolution.
Key Responsibilities
- Communicate with clients to provide legal advice and set strategies for conflicts, divorces, asset protection, and adoptions.
- Protect, defend, and represent clients at depositions, motion hearings, final hearings, and mediation.
- Attend client meetings for strategy and case assessment; review, approve, and finalize non-attorney work product.
- Create legal documents including correspondence, briefs, motions, pleadings, dissolution agreements, and asset protection trusts.
- Negotiate with opposing parties and counsel; collaborate with clients, senior associates, and staff to move cases toward resolution.
- Work with paralegals in preparing for hearings, trials, mediation, and depositions under senior associate supervision.
- Manage and supervise non-attorneys in maintaining calendars, deadlines, and cloud files, and report compliance problems to the managing attorney.
Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree required from an accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law in the State of Tennessee.
- Successful completion of the bar exam required.
- Experience in a family law firm is a plus.
- Exceptional writing, communication, and listening skills required to represent clients effectively.
- Problem-solving skills needed to work with all levels of staff and clients.
2. Tax Attorney (Tax Controversy & Compliance)
Embedded within Siemens Healthineers' tax function, the Tax Attorney defends federal and state tax positions under audit and supports domestic and international income tax compliance across multiple US office locations under a hybrid work model. Working closely with internal Tax, Finance, Legal, and HR leaders as well as external advisors, the Tax Attorney advances the company's ability to resolve complex tax matters and manage the impact of evolving tax law on business operations.
Core Functions
- Defend tax positions under federal and state audit and interact with taxing authorities to resolve complex issues.
- Respond to information document requests in a clear and concise manner.
- Build relationships with internal Tax, Finance, Legal, HR, and business leaders as well as external advisors to ensure timely resolution of tax audits.
- Assist with US domestic and international income tax matters including data gathering, research, analysis, and compliance with reporting and filing requirements.
- Advise cross-functional teams on the tax impacts of business transactions.
- Compose correspondence, opinions, and memoranda involving federal, state, local, and international taxation.
- Conduct due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and reorganizations, and provide technical tax review of transaction documents.
- Provide timely updates to management on tax law changes and manage required process and control changes accordingly.
Qualifications & Experience
- Juris Doctor required; LL.M. in Tax preferred.
- Bachelor's Degree with a major in Accounting or Finance preferred.
- At least 6 years of relevant tax experience with a law firm, Big 4 firm, or in industry, with specific responsibility for tax controversy matters, planning, and advice.
- Knowledge of tax accounting is a plus.
- Strong technical tax, research, and analytical skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to interact effectively at all levels of management.
- Strong ownership, accountability, and organizational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and various tax law research software.
3. Attorney - Litigation (Banking & Regulatory Enforcement)
Reporting to senior management, the Attorney - Litigation leads the Bank's response to government investigations and regulatory enforcement matters spanning consumer, small business, and mortgage products, including CFPB, DOJ, and state attorneys general inquiries. Partnering with outside counsel and business clients, the Attorney - Litigation shapes legal strategy and risk communication across complex internal investigations and regulatory proceedings to protect the institution's legal and reputational standing.
Primary Duties
- Manage the Bank's response to investigations and inquiries primarily related to consumer, small business, and mortgage products including CFPB, DOJ, and state attorneys general matters.
- Manage internal investigations relating to potential regulatory enforcement matters, including interviewing key witnesses and assessing appropriate outcomes.
- Interact on a routine basis with government personnel.
- Report to senior management on legal risks and strategy, communicating complex legal issues clearly in oral and written form.
- Advise and assist in the identification, escalation, and resolution of potential conflicts and reputational issues.
- Closely manage and supervise outside counsel on all aspects of representation, including legal strategy and budgets.
Skills & Qualifications
- J.D. and admission to at least one state bar required with strong academic credentials.
- 7+ years of in-house and/or law firm experience.
- Significant experience managing internal investigations and complex litigation and regulatory enforcement matters.
- Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to multi-task and operate with sound business judgment with limited supervision.
- Strong work ethic, professional attitude, and excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with attorneys, paralegals, business partners, and support staff.
4. Associate Attorney (General Practice & Legal Research)
Sitting at the intersection of client representation and legal research, the Associate Attorney delivers well-founded legal counsel and negotiated resolutions while ensuring full compliance with bar requirements and professional conduct rules within an established law firm. Operating across client communications, document drafting, and case management, the Associate Attorney supports the firm's service quality and client satisfaction goals.
Duties
- Maintain membership in state bar and complete all required Continuing Legal Education requirements annually.
- Follow ethical requirements per the Rules of Professional Conduct and comply with all professional liability insurer requirements.
- Draft all necessary legal documents and route them through appropriate office procedures to produce final documents.
- Perform legal research using all available resources including libraries and computer data systems.
- Formulate and issue well-founded legal opinions to clients.
- Conduct negotiations, when appropriate, to resolve matters on behalf of clients.
- Advise and communicate regularly with clients regarding the status of their matters.
Requirements
- Doctor of Jurisprudence Degree required; L.L.M. in Taxation or CPA preferred.
- License to practice law in Colorado from the Colorado Supreme Court, or from a state with a Colorado reciprocity agreement, required.
- At least 3 to 6 years of relevant experience.
- Excellent writing, communication, analytical, and legal research skills with distinguished academic credentials and keen attention to detail.
- Must be outgoing, collegial, collaborative, responsive to clients and partners, and willing to accept project responsibility.
5. Attorney (Commercial Litigation)
A key member of a Florida-based legal practice, the Attorney builds client relationships grounded in trust while representing individuals in criminal and civil proceedings and developing favorable case strategies. Collaborating across client engagements and staying current on applicable legislation, the Attorney supports the firm's ability to deliver ethical, cost-effective legal outcomes across a commercial litigation practice.
Functions
- Communicate with clients to learn about their legal needs and provide appropriate advice.
- Develop strategies to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for clients.
- Explain legal options to clients and bring possible outcomes or threats to their attention.
- Build trust-based relationships with clients.
- Develop arguments and represent clients in criminal and civil legal proceedings.
- Prepare legal documents such as contracts, depositions, and pleadings accurately and in a timely manner.
- Stay informed about current legislation, especially concerning legal specialties.
- Find ethical solutions to legal matters.
Experience & Qualifications
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Good standing with the Florida Bar.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial litigation.
- Commitment to abiding by local, state, and federal laws and behaving ethically.
- Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, and public speaking skills.
- Ability to negotiate, research, and communicate verbally and in writing effectively, with adaptability and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently or with a team of attorneys to develop case strategies.
6. Patent Attorney (Automotive IP & Patent Prosecution)
A high-quality patent portfolio for Jaguar Land Rover depends on the Patent Attorney, who leads the management, filing, and legal compliance of patent applications while supporting the continuous review of prosecution strategy across a dedicated Patents Department. Based within the Patents team, the Patent Attorney serves as a technical and legal resource for colleagues, actively developing team knowledge and identifying gaps in expertise.
Accountabilities
- Manage a portfolio of Jaguar Land Rover's patent applications and ensure legal compliance of each application.
- Provide technical expertise and support to ensure patent applications are created and filed efficiently to a suitable standard.
- Assess and support continuous review of patent prosecution strategy.
- Identify knowledge gaps in the Patents Department and support team learning.
- Review patent applications and prosecution responses prepared by others and provide feedback.
Technical Qualifications
- Ability to monitor, analyze, and explain the impact of legal or commercial changes to patent application requirements.
- Ability to quickly understand new and different technologies and communicate complex ideas effectively.
- Strong team player who actively leads, develops, and supports team members.
- High levels of personal resilience, integrity, honesty, and humility.
- Able to review patent applications and prosecution responses prepared by others and provide structured feedback.
7. Employment Attorney (Labor & Employment Litigation)
As the Employment Attorney, this role handles all phases of employment litigation including legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, discovery, depositions, and court hearings within a Rhode Island-based practice. The litigation team relies on this work to build and defend cases through document collection, production, and review across complex employment matters.
Activities
- Perform detailed and comprehensive legal research.
- Draft research and fact memos.
- Draft pleadings and motions.
- Handle written discovery.
- Take and defend depositions.
- Present arguments at court hearings.
- Manage document collection, production, and review in complex litigation.
Position Requirements
- JD with strong academic performance required.
- Admitted to Rhode Island Bar.
- Minimum 5+ years of Employment experience.
- Clerkship preferred; law review or equivalent writing experience preferred.
- Strong research and writing skills; writing sample required.
8. Attorney (APAC Employment Law)
Attorney shapes the legal framework supporting employment law, labour relations, data privacy, and employee benefits across Siemens Healthineers' APAC locations, partnering with internal stakeholders to monitor regulatory developments and manage complex employment matters. The work directly supports the company's ability to maintain compliance, manage litigation risk, and deliver clear legal guidance across multinational, cross-cultural environments.
What You'll Do
- Provide legal support to APAC locations across employment law, labour relations, employee benefits, investigations, litigation, and data privacy.
- Provide strategic legal counsel on APAC employment matters including employee relations, recruiting, discipline, termination, redundancies, leaves, wage and hour, and collective bargaining.
- Prepare, draft, and research presentations, documents, agreements, memos, policies, employment contracts, and other legal documents.
- Monitor legal and regulatory requirements and developments in data protection legislation to ensure compliance.
- Engage with special projects including matter management, conflict management and avoidance, and policy and procedure development.
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
- Qualified lawyer in at least one APAC country with specialism in employment law.
- Prior experience with cultures and operations in the APAC region; knowledge of global employment matters preferable.
- Strong knowledge of employment matters including hiring, benefits, employee relations, discipline, terminations, investigations, wage and hour, and independent contractors, gained in-house.
- Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and other applications.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to convey complex information concisely.
- Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills across multinational environments.
- Highly organised self-starter, proficient at multi-tasking, with a practical and business-oriented approach to problem-solving and client counselling.
- Ability to travel 0–20%, both domestic and international.
9. Attorney (Corporate & Commercial Law, Italy)
The Attorney owns legal support for corporate transactions and commercial contracting across IBM's Italian client base, working within the Italian Legal team and in collaboration with IBM Law Department colleagues across jurisdictions. The role delivers transactional and advisory legal coverage that enables Italian business units to execute deals, manage compliance, and navigate commercial and public sector contracts effectively.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Provide legal support on corporate transactions including mergers, de-mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures in the form of assets or share deals.
- Provide legal support to the Board of Directors for corporate law matters.
- Provide legal support across matters relating to Italian clients across all lines of business.
- Support business teams in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial and public contracts including public tenders and corporate transaction agreements.
- Cooperate with specialists in the Legal team on compliance, privacy, and competition matters.
- Engage with executives and collaborate with Italian Legal team members and IBM Law Department colleagues across jurisdictions.
Professional Experience
- Italian lawyer with at least 5–6 years PQE in a reputable commercial law firm or in-house in an international environment.
- Strong knowledge of corporate law, corporate transactions, commercial and public sector contract law, with working knowledge of IP law and antitrust law.
- Solid experience in drafting, negotiating, and vetting complex commercial contracts.
- Italian mother tongue required.
- Self-starter with strong work ethic, business acumen, pro-active and customer-oriented mindset, and commitment to integrity, values, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to organise, prioritise, and manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional settings.
- Excellent written and spoken Italian; proficient in business and legal English.
10. Attorney (Securities Regulation & Enforcement)
Reporting to the Commissioner of Securities, the Attorney produces legal analysis and drafts orders stemming from investigation and examination findings, representing the Department in administrative and civil proceedings across a securities regulatory environment in North Dakota. Working alongside a team of investigators and examiners, the Attorney advances the Department's mission to protect investors, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with multi-jurisdictional securities regulators.
Scope of Work
- Perform legal analysis and draft orders based on investigation and examination findings.
- Represent the Department in administrative and civil proceedings.
- Negotiate settlements and respond to interpretive opinion requests.
- Provide legal advice to industry examination teams on Broker-Dealer, Agent, Investment Adviser, and Investment Adviser Representative regulatory compliance.
- Provide legal advice to securities examination teams on Issuer compliance with securities registration and exemptions.
- Provide legal advice and support to investigations teams on investment fraud investigations and criminal referrals.
- Develop expertise on investment industry innovations, fraud trends, and state and federal regulatory developments.
- Coordinate with other securities regulators on multi-jurisdictional matters.
- Collaborate with the Department's team of investigators and examiners, and may administer Securities Act provisions in the Commissioner's absence.
Education & Experience
- Juris Doctorate degree and license to practice law in North Dakota required.
- Two years of work experience practicing law; work experience in legal research and writing, drafting orders, rules, and legislation, and providing legal representation in administrative, civil, or criminal proceedings.
- Work experience in financial services, for a financial regulator, or in state or federal government.
- Experience with the legislative process preferred.
- Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills with ability to concisely summarize findings and advice.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Able to work effectively under pressure with diverse constituent groups.
- Excellent time management skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent legal matters.
11. Attorney (State Debt & Bond Law)
Reporting to Division leadership, the Attorney leads legal services for the issuance of State bonds and the review of University debt and Public Private Partnership requests for compliance with Board of Governors guidelines in a Florida government setting. Partnering with other Division staff and legislative stakeholders, the Attorney builds the legal foundation that enables responsible State debt management and sound bond issuance decisions.
Work Activities
- Perform legal services for the issuance of State bonds and related Division operations and State debt.
- Review University debt and Public Private Partnership requests for compliance with Board of Governors guidelines, perform analyses, and assist with preparation of Division analysis and recommendations.
- Draft and review proposed legislation and rules related to State debt and review documents prepared by other staff.
- Advocate the Division's views in discussions concerning bonds.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Background & Experience
- General knowledge of State laws relating to the issuance of bonds and Florida legislative and governmental processes.
- Excellent problem identification ability and capacity to analyze information and formulate workable solutions under stressful circumstances.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks with excellent attention to detail.
- Intermediate-level Microsoft Office skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, exercise initiative and independent judgment, and maintain confidential information.
12. Attorney (Contract Negotiation & Employment Law)
Sitting at the intersection of contract law and employment matters, the Attorney delivers legal support to the General Counsel by reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing agreements with clients and vendors while maintaining updated agreement templates across the organization. Operating within a generalist legal function, the Attorney strengthens the firm's contract infrastructure and supports day-to-day legal and administrative operations as directed.
Performance Expectations
- Assist General Counsel in reviewing, negotiating, amending, and finalizing agreements and other documents with clients and vendors.
- Update agreement templates and ensure updated templates are available internally and to external clients.
- Handle employment-related matters.
- Write business correspondence and perform general administrative tasks as assigned.
- Handle other responsibilities as assigned by the General Counsel.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's and Juris Doctorate Degrees required.
- NY Bar membership required.
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience post legal education in contract negotiation assistance.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Professional.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills with keen attention to detail and strong organization and time management skills.
13. Attorney (Property Insurance Litigation)
A key member of a litigation-focused legal team, the Attorney builds and manages cases from initial screening through trial, handling discovery, depositions, hearings, and all aspects of litigation with a preference for first party property insurance matters. Collaborating with clients and opposing counsel across state and federal courts, the Attorney supports the firm's capacity to achieve favorable resolutions through mediation, settlement, or trial.
Core Responsibilities
- Screen and review cases.
- Analyze case law and opinions.
- Develop legal arguments advocating a position before state and federal courts.
- Maintain client contact and communication.
- Prepare complaints, motions, memorandums, and other legal documents.
- Conduct discovery.
- Attend hearings and take and defend depositions.
- Handle all aspects of litigation through mediations, settlement, or trial.
Required Qualifications
- Litigation experience required; first party property insurance experience preferred.
- Experience in taking and defending depositions.
- Experience in drafting pleadings and discovery.
- Strong research, writing, and verbal communication skills.
- Self-motivated and able to work well independently.
14. Attorney (Personal Injury Litigation, New York)
Successful client representation in personal injury proceedings across New York City courts depends on the Attorney, who handles trials, depositions, court appearances, and settlement negotiations with defense attorneys and insurance adjusters. Serving clients across a personal injury practice, the Attorney draws on at least two years of field experience to draft legal documents and deliver outcomes commensurate with client needs.
Job Functions
- Represent clients in court or before government agencies.
- Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of clients.
- Perform personal injury trials in various courts in New York City.
- Negotiate settlements with defense attorneys and/or insurance adjusters.
- Conduct depositions.
Qualifications & Experience
- Must have practiced in the field of personal injury for at least 2 years.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, writing, and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with various personal injury legal documents.
- Ability to build rapport with clients and insurance adjusters.
- Compensation is commensurate with experience level in the personal injury field.
15. Attorney (Insurance Law & Individual Life Products)
As the Attorney supporting Individual Financial Solutions at Securian, this role leads legal advice on individual life insurance product administration, taxation, and design while balancing business goals with legal risk across internal and external client relationships. The Individual Financial Solutions team relies on this work to maintain regulatory compliance, develop sound company policy, and deliver well-reasoned legal guidance on insurance and enterprise legal matters.
Role Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice and support for individual life insurance product administration, taxation, and design.
- Conduct research, review, analysis, and drafting of contracts, insurance policies, and policies and procedures.
- Research legal and regulatory requirements and industry practices relevant to insurance products.
- Collaborate with compliance partners to identify, develop, and implement control enhancements and risk mitigation strategies.
- Consult with Individual Financial Solutions to provide concise counsel on legal risks while supporting business-oriented goals.
- Handle complaint resolution, review advertising materials, and prepare registration statements.
- Identify potential legal or regulatory issues impacting business strategy and provide proactive legal advice accordingly.
- Develop productive relationships with industry colleagues and participate on enterprise and industry committees relating to insurance products.
Skills & Qualifications
- Admitted to the practice of law in the State of Minnesota; familiarity and compliance with Minnesota Rules of Professional Conduct and company rules and guidelines required.
- 3+ years of experience in insurance law, individual income taxation law, and/or relevant contract law.
- Strong working knowledge of financial services and insurance industries including manufacturing, administration, and distribution; securities experience such as work with private placements preferred.
- Strong understanding of individual taxation concepts relating to life insurance product development and distribution.
- Interest and aptitude for mathematics and actuarial concepts.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability to collaborate and maintain effective working relationships across the organization.
- Practical, business- and results-oriented mindset operating within Securian's risk appetite.
16. Attorney (Investment Advisory & Securities Law)
Attorney delivers legal counsel on investment advisory, securities laws, insurance, and tax regulation across numerous US offices, supporting financial counseling services and partnering with compliance on policies and procedures. The work directly supports the firm's regulatory posture and business development by enabling internal clients to navigate complex legal requirements with sound, practical legal advice.
Key Deliverables
- Provide legal support for financial counseling and investment advisory services across numerous US offices.
- Counsel internal clients on investment advisory, securities laws, insurance, and tax regulation.
- Review and draft contracts and disclosure documents.
- Partner with compliance on company policies and procedures.
- Handle regulatory examinations, inquiries, and litigation matters as appropriate.
- Collaborate with business colleagues on new initiatives, regulatory requirements, documentation, and compliance control structure.
- Engage and manage outside counsel and liaise with subject matter experts in the broader legal department.
- Handle other projects as assigned based on candidate skill set and background.
Requirements
- JD degree and licensed to practice law required.
- Minimum of 4–6 years of relevant experience in one or more of the following: asset management, investment advisory, ERISA, brokerage, securities, insurance and annuities, and/or contract drafting and negotiating.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to understand legal and business issues quickly, exercise sound judgment, and provide practical legal advice and solutions.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with colleagues at all levels.
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