Assistant Attorney General, Consumer Credit Unit
About The Position
This individual will analyze, investigate, and prosecute suspected violations of state and federal consumer lending statutes, including statutes that address payday/short-term loans, motor vehicle title loans, consumer finance loans, mortgage loans, mortgage servicing, and foreclosure rescue services. In addition, the individual will have responsibility for analyzing, investigating, and prosecuting violations of other state and federal consumer protection laws, including the Virginia Consumer Protection Act. Must have excellent writing skills and be prepared to appear in the appropriate state or federal court in actions filed against alleged violators. Will work with representatives of the State Corporation Commission, Bureau of Financial Institutions, and federal consumer protection agencies on referred matters; periodically provide legal advice to the Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs; assist in drafting official opinions; review proposed legislation; and work with counterparts in other states.
Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and manage complex enforcement cases.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with state/federal government officials, a diverse workforce, and the general public.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of litigation experience in state and federal courts, concentrating on consumer credit or consumer protection matters.
- Admitted to the Virginia State Bar.
Responsibilities
- Analyze, investigate, and prosecute suspected violations of state and federal consumer lending statutes.
- Analyze, investigate, and prosecute violations of other state and federal consumer protection laws, including the Virginia Consumer Protection Act.
- Appear in state or federal court in actions filed against alleged violators.
- Work with representatives of the State Corporation Commission, Bureau of Financial Institutions, and federal consumer protection agencies on referred matters.
- Periodically provide legal advice to the Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs.
- Assist in drafting official opinions.
- Review proposed legislation.
- Work with counterparts in other states.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
