Securities Policy Counsel (Attorney-Adviser)

Justia, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Justia, Inc. seeks an Attorney-Adviser (Counsel) for the Office of the Investor Advocate within the Office of the Chief Counsel. The selectee will help formulate investment management policy and support regulatory work.

The role requires a J.D. or LL.B., active bar membership, and at least one year of specialized experience in federal securities law, including the Investment Company Act or the Investment Advisers Act. The position emphasizes legal analysis, research, and policy development.

Qualifications

• J.D. or LL.B. degree required.
• Active bar membership in good standing in any state, DC, or Puerto Rico; proof required before entry on duty.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS/SK-13, focusing on federal securities laws (Investment Company Act and/or Investment Advisers Act).

Responsibilities

• Help formulate investment management policy for the Office of the Investor Advocate.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on federal securities laws; develop and recommend statutory, regulatory, or policy solutions.

Skills

Legal research

Securities law

Policy development

Education

J.D./LL.B. degree

Job description

Justia, Inc. seeks an Attorney-Adviser (Counsel) for the Office of the Investor Advocate within the Office of the Chief Counsel. The selectee will help formulate investment management policy and support regulatory work.

The role requires a J.D. or LL.B., active bar membership, and at least one year of specialized experience in federal securities law, including the Investment Company Act or the Investment Advisers Act. The position emphasizes legal analysis, research, and policy development.