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Financial Markets Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/24/2026
 Direct Counsel is seeking a Financial Markets Associate Attorney to join a prestigious global law firm in its Washington, D.C. office.

The ideal candidate will have 3–6 years of law firm, government, or in-house experience advising or working with financial institutions, financial markets, or fintech companies on enforcement and regulatory matters involving commodities, banking, or securities laws.

Responsibilities will include conducting legal research and analysis, preparing filings related to enforcement actions, applications, and regulatory matters before the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and federal and state banking regulators, as well as assisting with fact gathering.

Candidates should possess strong academic credentials, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications:

  • 3–6 years of relevant experience in a law firm, government, or in-house setting.

  • Experience working with financial institutions, financial markets, or fintech companies.

  • Experience with enforcement and regulatory matters involving commodities, banking, and/or securities laws.

  • Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.

  • Experience preparing regulatory filings or handling matters before the CFTC, SEC, or federal and state banking regulators preferred.

  • Strong academic credentials and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

Salary Range: $260,000–$495,000, commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.

Location: Washington, D.C.

Salary : $260,000 - $495,000

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