Paralegal

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Paralegal

Washington, DC

Type: Contract

Category: Legal

Industry: Financial Services

Reference : JN -

Date Posted: 02/03/2026

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Onsite in Washington, DC

The organization is a not-for-profit regulatory authority dedicated to protecting investors and safeguarding the integrity of the U.S. securities markets. It oversees brokerage firms and exchange markets, enforces compliance with federal securities laws, writes and administers industry rules, and educates investors. Through market surveillance, examinations, and enforcement actions, the organization promotes transparency, fairness, and trust across the financial services industry while supporting innovation and market stability.

We can facilitate w2 and corp-to-corp consultants. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $45.00 to $55.00/hr. w2

• Manage the docket of assigned cases and maintain official records and the electronic docket.
• Receive, compile, and organize information for the preparation of orders and decisions.
• Monitor case deadlines and assist Hearing Officers with effective docket management, including consulting leadership when action is required.
• Serve as liaison between parties and Hearing Officers to facilitate resolution of pre-hearing motions and requests.
• Anticipate and resolve issues that arise during the course of the case.
• Prepare notices, orders, and correspondence for Hearing Officers.
• Proofread and cite check draft decisions and orders, verify facts, ensure proper form and service, and circulate final decisions to appropriate departments.
• Examine pleadings for accuracy and completeness and contact attorneys or parties regarding noncompliance with applicable procedures.
• Attend pre-hearing conferences and hearings to assist with hearing conduct and evidence management.
• Compile statistical information and reports as required.
• Participate in special projects at the request of leadership.

• Paralegal experience (preferred).
• Litigation or securities-related experience (preferred).
• Strong writing and research skills with experience using legal research databases and cite-checking.
• Strong planning and organization skills with excellent interpersonal and written communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft software applications.
• Knowledge of SEC and FINRA Rules (helpful).
• Ability to work in person in Washington, DC with occasional travel and extended hours as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Paralegal certificate required.

Eliassen Group values transparency in our recruitment practices. Please be advised that Eliassen Group utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of its initial application screening process. You may receive email and SMS notifications from the Eliassen Virtual Recruiting Team (, ) inviting you to complete a brief voice screening as part of your application process. These tools assist our hiring teams in different ways, including but not limited to, assistance in reviewing application materials to help identify candidates whose qualifications most closely match the requirements of the position.

All AI-assisted evaluations and responses are reviewed by human recruiters before any hiring decisions are made. The use of AI in our process is intended to support fairness, efficiency, and consistency, and Eliassen Group takes measures to prevent bias or discrimination in connection with its hiring practices. By proceeding, you acknowledge, agree, and consent to Eliassen Group’s use of these tools, including AI tools, as part of the application and hiring process.

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

W2 employees of Eliassen Group who are regularly scheduled to work 30 or more hours per week are eligible for the following benefits: medical (choice of 3 plans), dental, vision, pre-tax…