Compliance Attorney

Herman Law; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) matching

PTO

Excellent training opportunities

Job summary

A legal services firm is seeking a detail-oriented Compliance Attorney to join its team. This role involves ensuring compliance with applicable laws and internal policies, risk management, and fostering ethical compliance culture. Responsibilities include reviewing company procedures, developing compliance policies, conducting audits, and providing legal support. Ideal candidates will have a JD degree, active bar membership, and 3-5 years of compliance experience. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in legal compliance.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state bar regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate company procedures to identify compliance risks.
• Ensure operations comply with legal regulations and internal policies.
• Develop and implement effective compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitor regulatory developments and advise internal departments.
• Conduct internal audits and investigations to assess compliance.
• Provide legal support during compliance-related inquiries and audits.

Skills

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Active bar membership

Experience in legal compliance

Knowledge of federal and state regulations

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpretation of legal concepts

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Job description

This range is provided by Herman Law. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Herman Law

Herman Law is seeking a detail‑oriented and experienced Compliance Attorney to join our legal team. This role is essential in ensuring that our organization adheres to all applicable laws, federal and state bar regulations, and internal policies. The Compliance Attorney will play a key role in risk management, regulatory interpretation, and fostering a culture of ethical compliance across the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate company procedures and reports to identify compliance risks.
• Ensure business operations comply with legal regulations and internal policies.
• Develop and implement effective compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitor regulatory developments and advise internal departments accordingly.
• Conduct internal audits and investigations to assess compliance.
• Provide legal support during compliance‑related inquiries and audits.
• Coordinate and deliver compliance training programs for employees.
• Prepare reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to promote a culture of compliance.
• Draft and review legal documents related to compliance matters.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 3‑5 years of experience in legal compliance.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state bar regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret complex legal concepts and communicate them clearly to executive team.
• Experience with state ethics programs is a plus.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) matching, and PTO.
• Supportive working environment with excellent training opportunities.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice

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