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Attorney Advisor

Commodity Futures Trading CommissionMultiple LocationsPosted 23 Oct 2026

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BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following: J.D.; and Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the commonwealth of Puerto Rico. (Note: proof of bar membership will be required before entry on duty) AND To qualify at each grade level, you must have the following: CT-11: You must have a Juris Doctorate (J.D). Degree and/or LLM equivalent, bar membership and 1 year of relevant legal practice experience, acquired post J.D., commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of a legal position.

Relevant experience is defined as an attorney, law clerk, or other legal experience which was obtained subsequent to graduation from law school. Legal and non- legal experience gained in the Federal government or private sector prior to completing a law degree cannot be used to satisfy the legal experience requirement. Work while in law school does not count. Demonstrated skill in supporting the review process for product filing and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations; conduct legal analyses, and risk assessments; and interact with market participants on meeting expectations and communicate clear regulatory requirements and interpretations.

CT-12: You must have a J.D. Degree and/or LLM equivalent, bar membership and 2 years of relevant legal practice experience, acquired post J.D., commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of a legal position. Relevant experience is defined as an attorney, law clerk, or other legal experience which was obtained subsequent to graduation from law school. Legal and non- legal experience gained in the Federal government or private sector prior to completing a law degree cannot be used to satisfy the legal experience requirement.

Work while in law school does not count. Demonstrated skill in actively participating in the reviewing submissions for product filing and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations; conduct legal analyses, and risk assessments; engage with exchanges and market participants on meeting expectations; provide communication on regulatory requirements and instructions. CT-13: You must have a J.D. Degree and/or LLM equivalent, bar membership and 3 years of relevant legal practice experience, acquired post J.D., commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of a legal position.

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Relevant experience is defined as an attorney, law clerk, or other legal experience which was obtained subsequent to graduation from law school. Legal and non- legal experience gained in the Federal government or private sector prior to completing a law degree cannot be used to satisfy the legal experience requirement. Work while in law school does not count. Demonstrated skill in providing legal expertise in conducting formal compliance reviews and ensuring they are timely, consistent, and comply with applicable laws and regulations; conduct legal analyses, and risk assessments; engage with exchanges and market participants on meeting expectations; provide communication on regulatory requirements and instructions.

CT-14: You must have a J.D. Degree and/or LLM equivalent, bar membership and 4 years of relevant legal practice experience, acquired post J.D., commensurate with the duties and responsibilities of a legal position. Relevant experience is defined as an attorney, law clerk, or other legal experience which was obtained subsequent to graduation from law school. Legal and non- legal experience gained in the Federal government or private sector prior to completing a law degree cannot be used to satisfy the legal experience requirement.

Work while in law school does not count. Demonstrated skill in providing legal expertise in conducting formal compliance reviews and ensuring they are timely, consistent, and comply with applicable laws and regulations; conduct legal analyses, and risk assessments; engage with exchanges and market participants on meeting expectations; provide communication on regulatory requirements and instructions; ability to function as a lead attorney and lead interdivisional projects and initiatives.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Selections may be made at any grade level.

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