Attorney Advisor (International) – Commodities & Markets

Justia, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Justia, Inc. in Washington, DC seeks an attorney with a JD and active bar membership in good standing.

The role requires at least four years of relevant legal experience after law school and a strong background in research, analysis, and writing. Candidates should be knowledgeable about commodities law, international law, financial markets, corporate and administrative law, and derivatives markets including futures, options, and swaps.

Qualifications

• JD and active bar membership in good standing.
• Proof of bar membership required before entry on duty.
• At least 4 years of relevant legal experience after completion of law school.
• Knowledge of commodities or related law and regulations, international law, financial markets, corporate law, and general administrative law.
• Knowledge of derivatives markets, including futures, options, and swap markets, and clearing for these markets.
• Relevant experience counted after graduation from law school; pre-degree government or private sector experience does not count.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated skill in research and analysis of complex legal issues, as well as excellent written and oral communication skills.

Skills

Legal research

Legal analysis

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

J.D.

Bar admission

Job description

Justia, Inc. in Washington, DC seeks an attorney with a JD and active bar membership in good standing.

The role requires at least four years of relevant legal experience after law school and a strong background in research, analysis, and writing. Candidates should be knowledgeable about commodities law, international law, financial markets, corporate and administrative law, and derivatives markets including futures, options, and swaps.