CONSUMER FINANCIAL SERVICES SR. ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location: Washington, DC

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Our client, a premier AmLaw 25 global law firm, is seeking a skilled Senior Associate Attorney to join its Consumer Financial Services Litigation and Enforcement practice. This is a unique opportunity to advise financial services clients on complex regulatory compliance matters, respond to government inquiries and investigations, and navigate the evolving legal landscape for consumer financial products and services. The role offers exposure to high-profile regulatory and litigation matters, with opportunities to work alongside experienced attorneys in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in the District of Columbia, in good standing, or eligibility to obtain admission promptly
• 4-6+ years of substantive experience in consumer financial services law, regulatory compliance, and/or litigation
• Government Experience: Prior experience at federal or state regulatory agencies (e.g., CFPB, OCC, FTC, DOJ, or state AG offices)
• Experience handling regulatory exams, enforcement actions, policy development, and complex litigation matters
• Familiarity with residential mortgage regulations is a plus
• Ability to advise clients across all levels of regulatory engagement, including responding to government inquiries and supporting internal compliance initiatives
• Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 or similarly sophisticated firm required
• Strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills; ability to manage multiple workstreams and client relationships efficiently

Key Responsibilities

• Advise financial services clients on federal and state regulatory compliance matters across consumer finance products and services
• Respond to government investigations, inquiries, and examinations, including enforcement actions and policy reviews
• Support litigation strategies related to regulatory enforcement, consumer finance claims, and related disputes
• Collaborate with partners and cross-disciplinary teams to provide strategic, business-focused legal solutions
• Draft memoranda, regulatory filings, and other client-facing documentation, ensuring accuracy and clarity
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to the development of team knowledge and capabilities

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to join a nationally-recognized Consumer Financial Services practice at a top-tier law firm. You will work on cutting-edge regulatory and enforcement matters that shape the financial services industry, directly engaging with exceptional senior practitioners and government regulators. The firm fosters a culture of collaboration, mentorship, and professional development, offering the resources of a global platform with the feel of a close-knit team.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Annual base salary is expected to range from $310,000 - $390,000+, depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid maternal and paternal leave; generous vacation and time off; wellness initiatives; and commuter benefits.
• Additional Perks: Include pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, FSA/HSA accounts, Dependent Care FSA, long term care, Health Advocate, a range of reproductive health benefits, and a concierge program, among others.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and cover letter for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.