Attorney

About Us:

If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner.

We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges.

About the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Litigation Center:

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Litigation Center is the litigation arm of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, advocating for free enterprise in the courts. The Litigation Center represents the voice of the business community as amicus curiae and as a party to litigation. We file over 200 amicus briefs in state and federal courts each year and bring lawsuits on behalf of the U.S. Chamber to challenge anti-business laws and regulations.

Position Overview:

Serve as in-house counsel at the U.S. Chamber Litigation Center, with a particular focus on handling federal and state lawsuits brought by the U.S. Chamber to challenge laws and regulations in district courts and courts of appeals.

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.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor degree with strong academic performance during law school.

• 3+ years’ experience in trial and appellate litigation matters.

• Excellent client service.

• 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.

• Federal government experience a plus.

The salary range for this position is $178,987.00 to $215,000.00. The actual salary paid for this position will vary based on market data, an applicant’s qualifications, relevant degrees, certifications, and other factors. Our full-time employees are eligible for benefits, including health care, vision, dental, retirement, and paid leave.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Job Details

Job Family Legal

Job Function Counsel

Pay Type Salary

Employment Indicator Exempt Professional