Legal Affairs Manager & Paralegal Trade Association (Immediate Start, Temporary)

Legal Affairs Manager & Paralegal Trade Association (Immediate Start, Temporary)Location: Hybrid (Downtown Washington, DC | In-office TuesThurs, remote Mon/Fri) Duration: 36 months (starting ASAP) Compensation: $55-60/hour We have an exciting opportunity to work in legal affairs at a a national trade association. This position requires analytical skills and paralegal expertise and it will directly support the Office of the General Counsel. This is a fast-paced opportunity for a legal professional who thrives on research, litigation tracking, and translating complex regulatory developments. Working closely with the Deputy General Counsel, youll play a central role in monitoring litigation, analyzing regulatory trends, and shaping legal resources that inform business-critical decisions across the organization. Qualifications: Bachelors degree required; concentration in law, public policy, political science, or related field preferred 25 years of legal affairs or paralegal experience (law firm, in-house, government, or trade association) Hands-on experience with legal research platforms such as Bloomberg Law, Westlaw, LexisNexis, and/or PACER Demonstrated ability to conduct in-depth legal and regulatory analysis and translate findings into clear, concise summaries Strong command of litigation tracking, docket monitoring, and legal workflow management Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a high-volume environment Excellent legal writing and communication skills, including drafting briefs, summaries, and internal guidance materials Experience supporting cross-functional legal or policy initiatives Self-starter with strong judgment, reliability, and the ability to operate independently Interest in regulatory, enforcement, and policy developments impacting business strongly preferred Responsibilities: Litigation & Legal AnalysisMonitor and analyze federal and state litigation, including docket activity, filings, and key developments Track amicus matters and support strategic coordination across cases Conduct targeted legal research to support ongoing matters and emerging issues Manage litigation trackers and ensure accuracy of deadlines, filings, and case updates Coordinate billing, documentation, and logistics across multiple legal matters Regulatory & Policy AnalysisAnalyze regulatory and enforcement activity from agencies such as the FTC, DOJ, and state Attorneys General Track rulemaking, investigations, and legislative developments affecting industry stakeholders Synthesize complex legal and policy developments into clear, actionable insights for internal audiences Identify trends and risks to inform organizational strategy Legal Content Development & Advisory SupportDrive the development of high-value legal resources, including litigation risk trackers, compliance playbooks, and legal updates Extract key insights from rulings, enforcement actions, and regulatory changes Translate legal analysis into practical guidance for business stakeholders Support legal councils and working groups through agenda development, briefing materials, and issue-spotting This is an ideal role for a paralegal or legal affairs professional looking to deepen their exposure to high-level legal analysis, regulatory strategy, and litigation monitoring in a nationally recognized organization.