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Typically handle 30+ calls a day while completing assignments given by the Managing Director of Legal Affairs;\nCreate and present legal and ethical workshops (ranging from 2-6 hours) for the organization's online library and Chapters throughout California.\nWrite legal and ethical articles for The Therapist related to the profession.\nConduct legal research and analyze laws, regulations, and ethical standards affecting the profession.\nRepresent the organization in meetings with stakeholders at the state and federal levels.\nResearch and draft advocacy letters to insurance companies, regulators, legislators, etc., as assigned.\nSupport advocacy efforts, as assigned.\nSupport Committees, as assigned.\nAttend all staff meetings and collaborate with staff across the organization. \nComplete ad hoc projects and other duties, as assigned.\nSatisfactory attendance.\nSupervisory Responsibility\nN/A\nWork Environment/Physical Demands\nThis role operates in a modern, newly appointed office environment with quiet cube settings. 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