Associate

Financial Services Associate — Finance & Banking (Washington, DC)

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Mid-level associate role within a financial services group in Washington, DC, focused on counseling clients on consumer and small-business financial products and payments. Work will cover payments and credit products, alternative lending arrangements, deposits, and related regulatory considerations.

Successful candidates will work on transactional and counseling matters, coordinate with cross-practice teams, and manage substantial components of engagements independently. The role requires strong drafting and oral presentation skills and comfort navigating federal and state regulatory frameworks.

  • Experience counseling on consumer and small-business financial products, payments, and lending arrangements (e.g., earned wage access, merchant cash advances, factoring)
  • Familiarity with applicable federal and state laws and regulations governing payments, credit and deposits
  • Proven written and oral communication skills and ability to manage substantial project components independently
  • Strong teamwork experience and ability to work across practice areas
  • Relevant bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly; outstanding academic credentials

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