• Job Description

  Req#: 725049
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  About the Organization:

  The Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) is a state agency responsible for protecting consumers through advocacy and education. The Office of Consumer Affairs works to ensure that the businesses our agencies regulate treat all Massachusetts consumers fairly. The Division of Banks ("DOB"), Division of Insurance ("DOI"), Division of Occupational Licensure ("DOL"), Division of Standards ("DOS"), and Department of Telecommunications and Cable ("DTC") all fall under the OCABR umbrella and help us to fulfill our critical mission of building better businesses and smarter consumers.

  The Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation is committed to creating and sustaining a work culture that is welcoming, inclusive, and mutually respectful to all its employees regardless of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran or disability status. We strive to reflect diversity in all facets and levels of our agency. The Office or Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation values inclusiveness and diversity within their employee and management teams. Within our community we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

  The Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation is committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered to maximize their skills and talents to serve our citizens.

  About the Role:

  The Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR) offers law students the opportunity to work with the General Counsel on a wide range of consumer issues. The General Counsel overseas the legal duties of the Office, which include administrative hearings involving home improvement contractors. The Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation oversees the state’s Lemon Laws and Lemon Law Arbitration, Data Breach reporting, Home Improvement Contractor Programs, and the state’s Do Not Call Registry.

  Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assists with preparation of legal memos.
  • Assists with preparation for administrative hearings.
  • Conducts legal research on various consumer-related topics.
  • Assists with reviewing statutes and regulations for possible changes to improve consumer protection.
  • Performs related work as required by the job.

  Hours per week: 15 (2 days a week).

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  Minimum Entrance Requirements:

  • Students must be second year law students.
  • Strong writing and research skills.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.

  Comprehensive Benefits

  When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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  An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

  The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

• About the company

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