Description
The Office of the Attorney General of the State of Maryland is seeking to retain the services of Assistant Counsel with expertise in federal and state securities law. The Assistant Counsel will assist and advise the Office of Social Equity (OSE) on matters related to Maryland and federal securities law, including registration and reporting requirements, compliance, and representation before administrative agencies and in litigation. The Assistant Counsel will also provide advice on promoting investment in Maryland cannabis businesses and recommend revisions to policies to manage legal risk. The ideal candidate will have experience in federal and state securities law and be admitted to practice in Maryland.
Key responsibilities include:
• Providing legal advice and representation to OSE on securities law matters
• Assisting with registration and reporting requirements
• Advising on compliance with federal and state securities laws
• Representing OSE in discussions with administrative agencies and in litigation
• Providing advice on promoting investment in Maryland cannabis businesses
• Recommending revisions to policies to manage legal risk