Litigation Associate Attorney – Business Restructuring + Insolvency Practice (Junior to Mid-Level)

Morrison Foerster; New York (NY); On-site; USD 235,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Parental leave and family benefits

HSA/FSA health accounts

401(k) plan

Global wellness program

Job summary

Morrison Foerster is seeking a junior associate with 2–4 years of experience in complex litigation across commercial, securities, bankruptcy, or related matters. The role emphasizes taking ownership, strategic thinking, and proactive involvement in case management from discovery through trial.

You will work in a fast-moving environment, handling multiple workstreams, drafting substantive briefs, and contributing to case strategy.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in commercial, securities, bankruptcy, or other complex litigation at a leading law firm.
• Excellent writer with meaningful experience drafting memos, briefs, motions, and other substantive advocacy.
• Strong analytical skills and judgment with ability to master complicated factual records.
• Experience managing complex discovery, document productions, and coordinating with litigation teams.

Responsibilities

• Take and defend depositions and prepare witnesses.
• Participate directly in case strategy and decision-making.
• Appear and argue in court when required.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across departments and geographies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent writing

Strategic thinking

Multitasking in high-stakes matters

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.

MoFo consistently receives top-tier rankings from leading directories and publications, speaking to our legal capabilities, dedication to creating an inclusive workplace, and commitment to our communities.

Our Business Restucturing + Insolvency Practice Group

Consistently recognized as industry leaders by Chambers USA, Legal 500 US, Law360, and The Deal, among others, MoFo's Business Restructuring + Insolvency Group counsels clients around the globe on the issues that arise in relation to corporate distress, including some of the most significant bankruptcy cases in recent history. Learn more about the team and the work you can do at https://www.mofo.com/capabilities/business-restructuring-insolvency.

Who You Are

• You are a high-performing junior associate with 2-4 years of experience in commercial, securities, bankruptcy, or other complex litigation at a leading law firm.
• You are an enterprising, highly motivated lawyer who actively seeks responsibility rather than waiting for it. You want to understand the entire case, take ownership of important workstreams, and become increasingly involved in strategy and decision-making. You are looking for more than a traditional junior associate role on a large litigation team – you want substantive opportunities to develop as an advocate, including taking and defending depositions, preparing and examining witnesses, participating directly in case strategy, and appearing and arguing in court.
• You have a strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine desire to become an outstanding courtroom lawyer. You are eager to learn, receptive to feedback, and motivated by opportunities to stretch beyond what would ordinarily be expected of an associate at your level.
• You have experience working on large, sophisticated, fast-moving litigation and investigation teams and are comfortable managing multiple workstreams and competing deadlines in high-stakes matters.
• You have substantial hands-on experience with complex discovery, including managing document productions, developing case strategy from large factual records, working with witnesses and experts, and coordinating with broader litigation teams.
• You are an excellent writer and rigorous thinker, with meaningful experience researching complex legal issues and drafting memos, briefs, motions, and other substantive advocacy.
• You have strong analytical skills and judgment and are able to quickly master complicated factual records, identify the issues that matter, and develop practical and persuasive arguments.
• Strong academic credentials are valued. Prior bankruptcy experience is preferred but not required. Outstanding commercial or securities litigators interested in developing a bankruptcy litigation practice or pursuing faster moving cases are encouraged to apply.
• You are admitted to the bar in the jurisdiction in which you practice or are eligible for admission.

Own Your MoFo Career

• 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, Senior 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: $235,000 to $310,000