Financial Services Regulatory/Digital Assets Associate Attorney (Junior- to Mid-Level)

Morrison & Foerster, LLP•Washington, DC

About The Position

Morrison Foerster is hiring a junior- to mid-level associate attorney for its Financial Services Practice Group, with a focus on financial services regulation, derivatives, digital assets, and emerging financial technologies. The role is intended for the Washington, D.C. or New York office; other U.S. locations may be considered case by case. The associate will work on cutting-edge transactions and regulatory matters for financial services and fintech companies, managing components of regulatory analyses, licensing projects, and transactions independently. The firm describes its culture as collaborative and committed to excellent client service, and offers structured career development through its MyMoFo framework, mentoring and sponsorship programs, and MoFo NEXT career advancement resources.

Requirements

2–5 years of experience in financial services regulatory matters.
Interest in or experience advising clients on derivatives, digital assets, and emerging financial technologies.
Demonstrated interest in the digital assets ecosystem, including blockchain technology, cryptocurrency markets, digital asset platforms, and related regulatory considerations.
Knowledge of SEC and CFTC regulations, including derivatives regulation, and familiarity with the Commodity Exchange Act and related regulatory frameworks.
Proactive, highly motivated, and responsive, with a strong commitment to client service and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Admitted to the state bar in the state where practicing or eligible to waive in.

Responsibilities

Advise clients on financial services regulatory matters, with an interest in or experience involving derivatives, digital assets, and emerging financial technologies.
Manage components of regulatory analyses, licensing projects, and/or transactions independently.
Work on transactions for financial services and fintech companies.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage options.
Parental leave and family benefits, including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child care, and backup elder care.
Tax-free health savings and flexible spending accounts (HSA and FSA).
401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
Global wellness program, including access to health care advocates, an Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps.
Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
Payment of annual fees for primary state bar registration and up to two professional associations; additional bar memberships may be approved case by case.
In-house pro bono counsel to assist with identifying pro bono organizations and matters.
Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations.
Discretionary bonus may be available.
Paid holidays.