Personal Injury compliance Attorney

Job Title: Compliance Attorney – Alternative Business Structure (Part-Time)

Hours: Up to 10 hours per week

Location: Remote or Hybrid (as agreed)

Practice Area: Personal Injury Law

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly qualified and detail-oriented Compliance Attorney to oversee and ensure compliance with the rules and regulations governing our Alternative Business Structure (ABS) small personal injury law firm. This part-time role is ideal for a licensed attorney with extensive knowledge of legal ethics, ABS regulations, and risk management within a law firm setting.

Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the firm adheres to state and local regulations governing Alternative Business Structures.

• Policy Development and Implementation: Develop, review, and implement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with ethical and operational standards.

• Audit and Risk Management: Conduct periodic audits to assess compliance risks and identify areas for improvement.

• Training and Guidance: Provide training and ongoing support to staff regarding compliance-related issues, including advertising, fee-sharing, and client confidentiality.

• Reporting: Prepare and submit compliance reports to the appropriate regulatory bodies, as required.

• Advisory Role: Serve as a trusted advisor to the firm’s leadership on compliance-related issues and potential impacts of regulatory changes.

• Monitor Complaints: Oversee the handling of client complaints to ensure they are addressed in accordance with ethical and legal obligations.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

• Active and in good standing with a state bar association.

• Significant experience in legal compliance, ethics, and risk management, particularly with ABS models.

• Strong understanding of personal injury law is a plus.

• Ability to work independently and efficiently manage time within a limited weekly schedule.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in legal research and familiarity with compliance software/tools is desirable.

Benefits:

• Flexible, part-time schedule.

• Opportunity to work remotely or in a hybrid capacity.

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and a brief writing sample outlining their experience with compliance issues in legal practice. Please include “Compliance Attorney – ABS” in the subject line of your email.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $49,994.00 - $63,456.00 per year

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• South Glastonbury, CT 06073: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in South Glastonbury, CT 06073

Salary : $49,994 - $63,456