Compliance Officer - Remote

Overview

The Attorney Compliance Officer will oversee firmwide compliance programs, ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory, and ethical obligations while supporting creative, strategic solutions for national expansion.

In Short

• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance programs, policies, and procedures firmwide.
• Monitor changes in laws, regulations, and bar rules across multiple states.
• Conduct internal audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews.
• Oversee ethics and professional responsibility compliance.
• Provide proactive training and guidance to attorneys and staff.
• Investigate and resolve compliance-related issues or complaints.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on risk management strategies.
• Advise on organizational structuring and jurisdictional requirements.
• Prepare and submit reports to regulatory authorities as required.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law.
• Minimum 10 years of legal practice or compliance-related experience.
• Strong knowledge of legal ethics and multi-state regulatory requirements.
• Experience guiding a law firm through national growth.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to balance compliance obligations with business strategy.
• Experience advising on referral fee structures preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Direct collaboration with firm leadership.
• Professional growth opportunities.
• Collaborative and mission-driven environment.
• Meaningful work ensuring compliance across a national platform.