In-House Contracts & Compliance Counsel

Morrison Foerster; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 156,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Legal research

Analytical skills

Client relationship building

Independent judgment

Time management

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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.