Associate Contracts & Compliance Counsel

Morrison Foerster; Los Angeles (CA); Vor Ort; USD 156.000 - 205.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Morrison Foerster is seeking an Associate Contracts & Compliance Counsel to join the Conflicts & New Business team. The role is based in California (San Francisco, Los Angeles or San Diego) with in-house responsibilities handling OCG reviews, engagement letters and related documents.

You will negotiate provisions with partners and clients, develop standard responses, and support compliance processes to improve risk management. 1–2 years of relevant experience is required.

Qualifikationen

• J.D. and admission to practice in good standing in a US jurisdiction (California strongly preferred).
• One to two years of practical experience including contract review and direct client interaction.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Familiarity with standard business software.
• Familiarity with professional responsibility rules and standards preferred.

Aufgaben

• Act as in-house counsel reviewing and negotiating Outside Counsel Guidelines (OCG) and engagement letters; provide legal and strategic recommendations.
• Assist in developing standard positions and responses on OCG provisions; escalate to senior counsels as needed.
• Prepare amendment summaries and redlines with rationales; negotiate routine amendments directly with clients when appropriate.
• Expedite OCG review, finalization and execution; track and advance status across matters.
• Apply OCG review and compliance principles to support risk management and firm objectives.

Kenntnisse

Verbal & written communication

Legal research

Analytical skills

Client relationship building

Independent judgment

Time management

Ausbildung

J.D. or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

At MoFo, we couldn’t write our own success story without yours. Ready to write your story?

Join MoFo as an Associate Contracts & Compliance Counsel on our Conflicts & New Business team!

This role can be based in San Francisco, Los Angeles or San Diego.

https://www.mofo.com/offices

ABOUT THE ROLE

Working closely with MoFo’s Assistant General Counsel & Director, Conflicts / New Business, the Associate Contracts & Compliance Counsel acts as in-house counsel to the Firm and responds to client Outside Counsel Guidelines (”OCG”), engagement letters and related documents. This individual will support the negotiation of OCG and engagement letter provisions and amendments with Firm partners and clients, with the goal of developing into an independent negotiator of these matters over time. They will work with Firm management, administrators and staff to support the implementation of improved OCG and engagement letter review and compliance processes. Ensures client service and satisfaction are attained in all areas of position.

Outside Counsel Guidelines

• Act as formally designated In–House Counsel to Firm; conduct privileged discussions with and advise General Counsel, partners, associates and staff on OCG review and compliance issues, approaches and processes.
• Review, harmonize and negotiate client OCGs and Standard Engagement Letters, flagging matters for approval as needed, with the goal of taking on independent approval authority over time; elevate provisions and issues as appropriate, with legal and strategic recommendations, to Senior Contracts & Compliance Officer, Assistant General Counsel & Director, Conflicts / New Business, Conflicts Counsel, and Business Review Committee Chair.
• Assist in identifying, developing and documenting Firm standard positions and responses on OCG provisions, under supervision; work with Firm management and appropriate members of the Firm’s OCG Review Team to develop standard positions and responses on new and/or unusual OCG provisions.
• Communicate and work with Relationship Partners on required and recommended amendments to individual OCGs; prepare amendment summaries and redlines with rationales provided; negotiate routine proposed amendments directly with clients upon Relationship Partner request, escalating more complex negotiations as appropriate to more senior Contracts & Compliance counsels or Assistant General Counsel & Director, Conflicts / New Business, General Counsel, and/or Business Review Committee Chair.
• Expedite OCG review, finalization and execution; track and advance status.
• Apply techniques to capture, compare and analyze OCG provisions across assigned client OCGs and relevant Firm administrative functions, in a systematic and communicable manner.
• Demonstrate detailed knowledge of business needs and ongoing Firm objectives. Apply and integrate OCG review and compliance expertise with the principles of Firm risk management guidelines.

Firm Training

• Assist in Firm OCG and engagement letter process, compliance and risk management training, as necessary; support training sessions as directed.
• Help coordinate efforts to ensure all appropriate Partners, administrators and staff are knowledgeable and trained on OCG and engagement letters processes, compliance and risk management.

Professional Development

• Remain current in industry trends regarding OCG compliance in the legal profession.
• Ensure expertise in technology relevant to the position; proactively use most current technology to further teamwork, client service, and efficiency.
• Participate in major, complex projects that increase the value of OCG and engagement letter services to the Firm and clients.

ABOUT YOU

• J.D. and admission to practice in good standing in a US jurisdiction, California strongly preferred.
• One to two years of practical experience, including contract review and direct client interaction required.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills required.
• Familiarity with standard business software required.
• Familiarity with professional responsibility rules and standards preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality and continuous improvement of processes
• Ability to apply effective independent judgment, escalating to more Senior Contracts & Compliance counsel as appropriate.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Ability to build effective internal client relationships.
• Advanced oral and written communication skills, including the ability to understand, interpret and prepare complex written material and to present complex ideas succinctly.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong motivation to apply skills and knowledge proactively.
• Initiative to ensure consistent quality and continuous improvement.
• Ability to identify and support team objectives within the position.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines under sometimes stressful conditions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines.

ABOUT MOFO

At MoFo, we collaborate as one firm, across borders, practice areas, and business functions and value fresh ideas and innovation over conformity and competition.

• About Us: https://www.mofo.com/about
• Inclusion + Engagement: https://www.mofo.com/community/we-at-mofo
• Commitment to Pro Bono: https://www.mofo.com/community/pro-bono
• The MoFo Foundation: https://www.mofo.com/culture/mofo-foundation

ABOUT OUR BENEFITS

MoFo offers a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day.

• A variety of options for medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage to meet the needs of you and your family.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options and backup child and elder care.
• Global wellness program, including free access to Talkspace and Calm apps.
• Annual community service day to make an impact on your community and a birthday holiday just for fun.
• Education reimbursement annually.
• Dedicated Talent Development team.
• Competitive annual profit-sharing contribution.

Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, overtime as applicable, health/welfare benefits, retirement contributions, paid holidays, and PTO. The range displayed is specifically for positions performed in those cities/states and may vary based on factors including but not limited to the following: local market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience; and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances.

San Francisco salary range: $164k to $220k

Los Angeles, San Diego salary range: $156k to $205k

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