Corporate Fintech Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a junior or midlevel Corporate Associate (3rd or 4th year) to join the Chambers-ranked Band 1 (U.S.) Global Fintech and Payment Systems practice at a prestigious Am Law 100 firm. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge financial services matters, helping clients develop innovative products, negotiate financial agreements, and navigate licensing and enforcement issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on building and launching innovative financial services and products
• Draft and negotiate commercial financial services agreements
• Provide guidance on financial services licensing and enforcement-related matters

Key Qualifications:

• 3rd or 4th year associate with financial services regulatory experience (Fintech or Banking context preferred)
• Knowledge of NMLS, consumer finance, payments, or consumer protection is a plus
• Strong academic credentials and prior law firm experience required
• Exceptional critical thinking, attention to detail, research, and writing skills

Location:
Candidates may sit in the firm’s San Francisco, Washington, D.C., or New York offices.

Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $260,000 to $310,000 annually, with actual pay determined based on experience and other relevant factors.

Why Apply?
This is a unique opportunity to join a top-tier Am Law 100 firm with a renowned Fintech and Payment Systems practice. The firm is celebrated for its forward-thinking approach, collaborative culture, and dedication to professional growth. Attorneys in this group work on high-impact projects that shape the future of financial services and technology.

Advance your career by becoming part of a team leading innovation in the Fintech space!