Fintech Licensing Attorney: Regulatory & Licensing Expert

Direct Counsel; United States; On-site; USD 155,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

HSA/FSA options

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Direct Counsel is seeking a Licensing Attorney to join its Fintech & Financial Advisory practice of a prestigious Am Law firm in multiple offices across the United States. The role targets 2–6 years of licensing and regulatory experience to support a high-volume nationwide practice for state and federal financial services.

The attorney will advise on licensing, regulatory filings, NMLS processes, and ongoing compliance, collaborating with teams to deliver practical, business-focused guidance.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active state bar membership in the office location.
• 2–6 years licensing/regulatory experience at a law firm, company, government agency, or similar organization.
• Experience obtaining and maintaining state licenses through NMLS.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting state licensing statutes and regulations.
• Knowledge of federal consumer financial laws (TILA, RESPA, UDAP).
• Strong research, drafting, and writing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with a client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients through the licensing lifecycle.
• Conduct multistate licensing reviews to determine licensing requirements.
• Prepare, draft, and coordinate state licensing applications and regulatory filings.
• Assist clients with obtaining and maintaining licenses via NMLS.
• Advise on ongoing state and federal compliance obligations for licensed entities.
• Research state licensing statutes, regulations, and guidance.
• Support regulatory, compliance, corporate, and transactional matters.
• Collaborate with attorneys and clients to provide practical regulatory advice.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Drafting

Writing

Time management

Client communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

J.D. degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Direct Counsel is seeking a Licensing Attorney to join its Fintech & Financial Advisory practice of a prestigious Am Law firm in multiple offices across the United States. The role targets 2–6 years of licensing and regulatory experience to support a high-volume nationwide practice for state and federal financial services.

The attorney will advise on licensing, regulatory filings, NMLS processes, and ongoing compliance, collaborating with teams to deliver practical, business-focused guidance.