Attorney
About the Company
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 Job
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. The center files over 200 amicus briefs in state and federal courts each year and brings lawsuits on behalf of the U.S. Chamber to challenge anti-business laws and regulations.
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 in 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 and 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 communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Federal judicial clerkship strongly preferred
Federal regulatory and/or state litigation experience, including federal district court litigation under the Administrative Procedure Act, strongly preferred
Experience in financial services litigation preferred
Federal government experience preferred
