Government Attorney / Legislative

Our client's Government & Regulatory Affairs Group has been New Jersey’s top law firm-based governmental affairs practice by revenue for well over a decade and continues to grow. The firm represents government and regulatory affairs clients before all levels of New Jersey State government, including the Legislature, Executive Branch, and independent authorities and agencies. They also represent numerous other clients in legal matters before the Office of Administrative Law and in the courts.

They are seeking a motivated attorney to join their group as an Associate in their Trenton office. In order to perform the essential functions of the position, candidates must have the requisite experience, which includes at least 2 to 3 years as a licensed New Jersey attorney working in State government (for the Legislature or Executive Branch) or in the private sector in the government and regulatory affairs arena.

Essential Functions:

1. Providing strategic advice to clients in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors concerning legislative, regulatory, and governmental affairs processes.
2. Attending and monitoring legislative committees and regulatory proceedings on behalf of various clients.
3. Assisting the attorneys within the Government & Regulatory Affairs Group on client-specific assignments, including scheduling meetings; drafting letters, white papers, and desk memoranda; and creating advocacy position statements in support of our clients’ positions.
4. Attending meetings and events outside of the office, including early morning or early evening.
5. Registering with the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission as a governmental affairs agent in order to represent clients before the State Legislature and Executive Branch.

Experience and Skills:

1. Admitted to practice law in the State of New Jersey.
2. At least 2 to 3 years of experience working in the New Jersey Legislature or Executive Branch, or in the government affairs/ public policy field.
3. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
5. Strong organizational skills, with the ability to handle and prioritize multiple time-sensitive projects.
6. Familiarity interacting with elected officials and high-level staff members.