Position: Copyright Litigation Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)
Office: Austin, TX; Boston, MA; Denver, CO; Los Angeles, CA; New York, NY; Palo Alto, CA; San Diego, CA; San Francisco, CA; Washington, DC
Experience: 4 - 6 Years of Experience
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.
Who You Are
- You have at least four to six years of law firm experience with intellectual property matters, including copyright litigation.
- Your experience also includes litigation with regards to technology and being conversant with the intersection between technology and copyright law.
- You have a formal technical background and have strong academic credentials in law school and undergraduate coursework.
- You have a strong work ethic, excellent leadership skills, and action-oriented interest in taking on increased levels of responsibility for client matters.
- You also have outstanding research and analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and have sound legal and business knowledge in working on a broad spectrum of cases and counseling clients with respect to ongoing matters.
- You are admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing.
Our Copyright Practice Group
As a leader of MoFo’s copyright litigation practice and hiring partner for this position, Joe Gratz states, “MoFo handles the highest-profile cases at the cutting edge where copyright and technology intersect, and associates on those cases have the opportunity to shape the future of copyright law in collaboration with some of the smartest and most talented copyright litigators in the country.”
Own Your MoFo Career
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 our 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, 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.
Morrison Foerster accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.
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. Annual salary range: $310,000 to $390,000.
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