2027 Post-Judicial Clerk Associate Attorney
About the role
MoFo is a destination law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. Known worldwide for delivering innovative yet practical client service and serving as an incubator for top‑notch talent, MoFo consistently receives top‑tier rankings from leading directories and publications, reflecting its legal capabilities, dedication to an inclusive workplace, and commitment to the communities it serves.
You are currently a judicial clerk or are soon to be completing a clerkship, and are looking for the next chapter in your career. You have reviewed our open positions (applied to those that you are interested in) and want to make your interest known for emerging, unlisted opportunities should any future needs arise.
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 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, creating a support system that responds to the changing needs of 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.
Benefits
- 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.
Pay
All U.S. offices annual salary range: $225,000‑$365,000. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus, health/welfare benefits (including parental, adoption, and fertility benefits), flexible time off, and paid holidays.
Inquiries: For questions regarding this position, please contact Precious Woods, Attorney Recruiting Manager. Morrison Foerster accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.