Financial Services + Fintech Transactional Associate Attorney (Junior- to Mid-Level)

Morrison & Foerster, LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 260,000 - 390,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Parental leave and family benefits

HSA and FSA health accounts

401(k) or Roth 401(k)

Global wellness program

Flexible time off

Bar membership dues paid

Job summary

Morrison Foerster invites applications for a junior to mid-level associate in our Financial Services practice in New York or Washington, DC. You will work on cutting-edge transactions for banks, fintechs, payment processors, and digital asset issuers, with opportunity to manage components of deals independently.

Strong analytical, drafting, and communication skills are essential, and you must be admitted to the state bar in your practicing jurisdiction or eligible for waiver.

Qualifications

• Junior to mid-level associate seeking NY or DC offices.
• Interest in financial services and fintech.
• Experience with payments, BaaS, digital assets and related agreements.
• Strong analytical, drafting and communication skills.
• Licensed or eligible for waiver to practice in the relevant state.

Responsibilities

• Work on cutting edge financial services and fintech transactions.
• Manage components of transactions independently.
• Collaborate with banks, fintechs, payment processors and digital asset issuers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Interest in financial services andFin1

Education

Bar admission (state bar)

Job description

Overview

Who We Are

MoFo is a destination law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. We are known around the world not only for delivering innovative yet practical client service but also for serving as an incubator for our top‑notch talent.

Our Financial Services Practice Group

MoFo's Financial Services group is a dynamic, highly‑rated, and diverse team working on cutting edge financial services and fintech transactions. Learn more about the team and the work you can do at https://www.mofo.com/capabilities/financial-services.

Who You Are

• You are a junior to mid-level associate interested in working in our Washington, D.C. or New York offices (other US locations may be considered on a case‑by‑case basis).
• You have a demonstrated interest in financial services and fintech, and a desire to work on cutting edge transactions in our representation of banks, fintechs, payment processors and cryptocurrency / digital asset issuers and platforms.
• You are familiar with strategic partnerships for payments, deposits and lending products, including BaaS agreements, co‑brand credit card agreements, digital asset wallets and stablecoin infrastructure, merchant acquiring agreements, data aggregation agreements, network incentive agreements, and/or BIN sponsorship agreements.
• You have strong analytical, drafting and communication skills.
• You are excited to work on cutting edge transactions for forward thinking financial services and fintech companies.
• You are experienced in managing components of transactions independently.
• You are admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing or are eligible to waive in.

Own Your MoFo Career

MoFo empowers its lawyers at every level to take ownership of their careers and is transparent about what it takes to succeed and advance at the firm. The firm’s commitment to our attorneys’ growth extends throughout their careers.

• MyMoFo, a best‑in‑class and transparent framework for success, provides associates with clear and consistent expectations at every experience level.
• MoFo Navigate, our mentoring and sponsorship programs, takes a holistic approach to professional growth. By encouraging collaboration and leveraging insight across departments and geography, and over the course of each attorney’s career, MoFo Navigate creates a support system dynamic enough to respond to the changing needs of all of our attorneys as they grow and develop.
• MoFo NEXT, our dedicated Center for Career Advancement, offers services such as career visioning, crafting communication materials, executive presence resources, interview techniques, and networking skills.

What We Offer

• 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, backup child and elder care, and more.
• 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. Additional bar memberships may be approved on a case‑by‑case basis.
• 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.

Inquiries

For questions regarding this position, please contact Onika McDonnell, Sr. Attorney Recruiting Specialist.

Morrison Foerster accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.

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.

Where required by law, salary ranges are stated below. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, health/welfare benefits (including parental, adoption, and fertility benefits), flexible time off, and paid holidays. 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: market data and ranges; an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience (including class year); and certain degrees, licensing, and certifications.

New York, NY annual salary range: $260,000 to $390,000

Washington, DC annual salary range: $260,000 to $390,000