Junior- to Mid-Level Financial Services + Digital Assets Regulatory Associate Attorney

Morrison & Foerster LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Morrison & Foerster LLP seeks an associate for its Financial Services group in Washington, DC. The role focuses on cutting-edge financial services and fintech transactions, including derivatives and digital assets, with an emphasis on regulatory considerations.

The ideal candidate has substantial experience in SEC/CFTC regulatory matters and can independently manage components of regulatory analyses and licensing projects within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services regulatory matters and advising on derivatives and digital assets.
• Familiarity with SEC and CFTC regulations and related frameworks (Commodity Exchange Act).
• Ability to independently manage components of regulatory analyses and licensing projects.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on derivatives, digital assets, and fintech transactions in the financial services space.
• Conduct regulatory analyses and provide regulatory risk assessments for evolving digital asset platforms.
• Assist with licensing projects and regulatory filings for transactions and platforms.

Skills

Regulatory analysis

Derivatives regulation

Digital assets

Blockchain understanding

Fintech transactions

Regulatory compliance

Licensing projects

Independent project management

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Overview

• The Financial Services group focuses on cutting-edge financial services and fintech transactions.


• The role involves advising clients on derivatives, digital assets, and emerging financial technologies, requiring experience in financial services regulatory matters.


• Candidates should have a demonstrated interest in the evolving digital assets ecosystem, including blockchain technology, cryptocurrency markets, digital asset platforms, and the regulatory considerations affecting businesses in this space.


• Required knowledge includes SEC and CFTC regulations, particularly derivatives regulation, and familiarity with the Commodity Exchange Act and related regulatory frameworks.


• The associate should be experienced in independently managing components of regulatory analyses, licensing projects, and/or transactions.