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Pernini Legal, LLC

Consumer Financial Services - Senior Associate Attorney (DC)

Pernini Legal, LLC, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States, 56972

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CONSUMER FINANCIAL SERVICES SR. ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

LITIGATION & ENFORCEMENT PRACTICE

Location: Washington, DC

HYBRID

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 (link removed) 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 (link removed) 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 (link removed)>