Political Law Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a political law associate attorney with 0 to 4 years of experience to join its San Francisco Bay Area office in San Rafael. The role involves extensive client interaction and advising on campaign finance, lobby disclosure, and government ethics laws.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and provide guidance on federal, state, and local campaign finance, lobbying, and ethics laws.
• Counsel on the formation and maintenance of ballot measure and independent expenditure committees.
• Oversee the preparation of campaign finance and lobbying reports.
• Develop and deliver presentations on political law compliance issues in client trainings, seminars, and conferences.
• Advise on nonprofit compliance and governance issues.

Requirements

• Strong academic credentials (top 20%).
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Experience with government, political, regulatory, or similar work is a plus.
• Membership in good standing with the California Bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• California Bar membership.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Health care for employee and qualified dependents, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program with mental health resources.
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care options.
• 401(k) plan.
• Discretionary bonus opportunities.
• On-site exercise equipment and outdoor walking path.
• Office on the Bay with access to major thoroughfares.
• Generously stocked kitchen with beverages and snacks.

Serving businesses, non-profits, individuals, unions, and public agencies, this firm specializes in Administrative Law, Election Law and Litigation, Healthcare Law and Policy, Local Government, and other government-related matters. The attorneys work as a team to provide clients with comprehensive problem-solving capabilities, guidance, and the best representation.