In-House Counsel - Federal & State Litigation

Chamber of Commerce; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 178,987 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Litigation Center in Washington, DC is seeking an in-house counsel focused on federal and state lawsuits challenging laws and regulations.

The role emphasizes managing amicus and regulatory litigation, coordinating with member companies, and supervising outside counsel. The ideal candidate has a Juris Doctor and at least 3 years of trial or appellate experience, with strong research and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree with strong academic performance during law school.
• 3+ years’ experience in trial and appellate litigation matters.
• Superb legal research and analytical skills.
• Outstanding verbal and written communications skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Federal judicial clerkship strongly preferred.
• Regulatory and/or state litigation experience, including federal district court litigation under the Administrative Procedure Act, strongly preferred.
• Experience in financial services litigation and/or international litigation a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle amicus and regulatory litigation in the U.S. Supreme Court and other federal and state courts.
• Review and analyze cases for potential involvement, solicit views of stakeholders, develop case strategy,retain and supervise outside counsel, and review legal briefs.
• Coordinate litigation with counsel of member companies, other trade associations, and state and local chambers.
• Plan moot courts and member events; participate in member briefings and fundraising meetings.

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Litigation Center in Washington, DC is seeking an in-house counsel focused on federal and state lawsuits challenging laws and regulations.

The role emphasizes managing amicus and regulatory litigation, coordinating with member companies, and supervising outside counsel. The ideal candidate has a Juris Doctor and at least 3 years of trial or appellate experience, with strong research and communication skills.