National Security Associate Attorney

Morrison & Foerster, LLP • Washington, DC

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Morrison Foerster’s National Security practice provides strategic advice and counseling to clients on a broad range of regulatory, compliance, investigatory, and enforcement matters pertaining to national security. The government’s enforcement and regulatory efforts in this area continue to expand and overlap, and thus navigating the national security landscape increasingly requires expertise across multiple disciplines. The practice includes over 50 National Security lawyers, including former senior officials from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Department of the Treasury, Department of Commerce, Department of Defense (DoD), Department of State, National Security Council, and Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI), as well as former federal and state prosecutors from across the country.

Requirements

• High performer with 2-6 years of relevant experience and a deep industry knowledge of National Security, International Trade, and Sanctions matters.
• Prior experience in a leading law firm or relevant government agency.
• Strong work ethic paired with excellent leadership skills.
• Committed to delivering exceptional client service.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills.
• Admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing or are eligible to waive in.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic advice and counseling to clients on a broad range of regulatory, compliance, investigatory, and enforcement matters pertaining to national security.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care
• Tax free health accounts: HSA and FSA
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans
• Global wellness program, including free access to health care advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration, and up to two professional associations
• Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel to assist with identifying pro bono organizations and matters to work with
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed