Legal Team Openings

Below is a listing of Foley’s available positions. To submit an application, click the arrow next to the position description. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Foley & Lardner LLP is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. To learn more, visit Foley.com/Careers.

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Environmental Law Associate – Milwaukee or Chicago

Office Milwaukee
Practice Area Business Law-Environmental
Date Posted Mar 14, 2024
Application Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Foley & Lardner is seeking an associate with 2 – 5 years of relevant experience to join our Environmental Practice Group. The preferred location for this position is Milwaukee, but we are open to considering candidates in Chicago. A qualified candidate will have experience or demonstrated interest in regulatory compliance matters under federal environmental laws and their state equivalents, as well as experience counseling clients regarding government enforcement proceedings and advising clients on various environmental aspects of corporate transactions. Law firm or government experience at a relevant agency (e.g., EPA/DOJ or WDNR/ILEPA or AG) is strongly preferred.

The candidate must be comfortable with direct interaction with both senior partners and clients and have the ability to work for multiple partners on a variety of matters simultaneously in a team-based environment. A positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and an exceptional work ethic, coupled with a desire to be part of a fast-paced, collaborative environment are essential, as are excellent research and writing skills. We are open to considering candidates from adjacent practice areas (e.g., real estate, energy, regulation-heavy regulatory practices) at a higher seniority level who are willing to step back to be trained in specialty environmental practice.

To be considered, a candidate must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school and must be in good standing and an active member Bar of the jurisdiction(s) in which the candidate is admitted to practice. Timely admission to the Bar coinciding with the office of hire will be a condition of employment. Interested applicants should submit resume, law school transcript, a writing sample and a cover letter indicating office preference.

If you are interested in learning how to be a true broad-based Environmental lawyer with a path to partnership, we encourage you to apply. Learn more about our practice, read our bios, and peruse some related services at www.foley.com/environmental .

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without consideration to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status or medical condition. For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.

Fund Formation/Investment Management Associate – Boston

Office Boston
Practice Area Business Law-Fund Formation & IM
Date Posted Apr 24, 2024
Application Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Foley & Lardner is seeking an associate with 2-5 years of relevant experience to join our Fund Formation & Investment Management (FFIM) Practice Group. The preferred location for the position is Boston, but we are open to considering qualified candidates in Chicago or New York. Alternate Foley office locations may be considered based on business need and the candidate’s experience. Our FFIM practice group offers the full suite of services to GPs and LPs; we understand the business objectives, dynamics and trends of GPs, LPs and the entire private funds industry.

Qualified candidates must have solid fund formation and investment management experience, including fund and management structuring, side letter negotiations, secondary sales, and Investment Advisers Act registration and compliance experience. The ideal candidate also will have sophisticated document drafting skill and the ability to manage complex projects and transactions. The candidate must be comfortable with direct interaction with both senior partners and clients and have a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and an exceptional work ethic, coupled with a desire to be part of a fast-paced, growing and collaborative environment.

Our firm offers a sophisticated practice in a team-based, positive, and collegial environment. We value creativity and intellectual curiosity among our lawyers and seek to make the practice both professionally and personally rewarding. Learn more about our FFIM practice, read our bios, and peruse some representative matters at www.foley.com/corporate/fund-formation-investment-management.

To be considered, a candidate must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school and must be in good standing and an active member of the Bar of the jurisdiction(s) where the candidate is admitted to practice. Timely admission to the Bar coinciding with the office of hire will be a condition of employment. Interested applicants should submit resume, law school transcript, and offer letter indicating office preference. Current judicial clerks need to apply directly and may not be submitted by a legal recruiter.

New York Applicants:Pursuant to the New York City Human Rights Law, the expected salary range for this position is between $240,000 - $350,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without consideration to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status or medical condition. For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.

Government Solutions - State Attorneys General/FTC Consumer Associate – Austin

Office Austin
Practice Area Business Law-Gov Sol
Date Posted May 07, 2024
Application Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Foley & Lardner is seeking an associate with 2-4 years of relevant experience to join our State Attorneys General/FTC Practice in our Austin office.

Our ideal candidate will have a background in consumer protection and/or civil Medicaid fraud government investigations and litigation. Experience working for a state Attorney General (AG) or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Bureau of Consumer Protection is preferred but not required. Qualified candidates must have exceptional legal research and writing skills and the ability to work for multiple partners firm-wide on a variety of matters simultaneously. A positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and an exceptional work ethic, coupled with a desire to be part of a fast-paced, collaborative environment are essential.

We are seeking a well-rounded, dynamic, highly motivated associate with strong academic credentials, who has demonstrated an ability to thrive in a sophisticated national practice and is comfortable having direct interaction with partners, lobbyists, and clients, to join our growing Austin office, located in the heart of downtown Austin at 600 Congress. Learn more about our national State AG practice, its 39 members, and recent State AG news and insights at www.foley.com/corporate/government-solutions/state-attorneys-general/.

To be considered, a candidate must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school and be in good standing and an active member of the bar of the jurisdiction(s) where the candidate is admitted to practice. Timely admission to the Texas Bar will be a condition of employment. Interested applicants should submit a resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without consideration to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status or medical condition. For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.

Litigation Associate - Los Angeles

Office Los Angeles
Practice Area Litigation-BLDR
Date Posted Apr 29, 2024
Application Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Foley & Lardner is seeking a mid-level associate with 2-4 years of business litigation experience to join the Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice Group in our Los Angeles office. Ideal candidate will have substantial experience with complex business litigation in state and federal courts, including conducting and managing written and document discovery, researching and drafting pleadings, motions and other court filings, conducting/defending depositions, preparing witnesses for testimony, appearing for status conferences, and arguing motions in both state and federal court. Participation in settlement conferences and negotiations, and experience with trial preparation, is also preferred. We are seeking a well-rounded, dynamic, highly motivated lawyer, who has demonstrated an ability to thrive in a busy, collegial environment, to assist with advancing the long-term strategic objectives of the Litigation Department. AmLaw 100 experience preferred. Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills are required.

To be considered, a candidate must hold a J.D. from an ABA-approved law school and be in good standing and an active member of the California Bar. Interested applicants should submit resume, law school transcript, and writing sample. Current judicial clerks need to apply directly and may not be submitted by a legal recruiter.
 
California Applicants:
Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents. Pursuant to the California Pay Transparency for Pay Equity Act, the expected salary range for this Los Angeles based position is between $240,000 - $310,000 annually. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without consideration to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status or medical condition. For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.

Litigation Associate - Orlando

Office Orlando
Practice Area Litigation-BLDR
Date Posted May 07, 2024
Application Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Foley & Lardner is seeking an associate with 2-4 years of business litigation experience to join the Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice Group in our Orlando office. Ideal candidate must be a persuasive legal writer and oral advocate and will have substantial experience with complex business litigation matters in state and federal courts, including conducting and managing written and document discovery, researching and drafting pleadings, motions and other court filings, conducting/defending depositions, preparing witnesses for testimony, appearing for status conferences, and arguing motions in both state and federal court. Participation in settlement conferences and negotiations and experience with trial preparation is preferred. Qualified candidate must have a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, an exceptional work ethic, and must be comfortable having direct interaction with partners and clients.

We are seeking a well-rounded, dynamic, highly motivated lawyer, who has demonstrated an ability to thrive in a sophisticated practice in a busy, collaborative environment, to assist with advancing the long-term strategic objectives of our Litigation Department. We value collegiality, creativity, and intellectual curiosity among our lawyers and seek to make the practice both professionally and personally rewarding. To be considered, a candidate must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school and must be in good standing and an active member of the Florida Bar. Interested applicants should submit resume, law school transcript, and writing sample. Current judicial clerks need to apply directly and may not be submitted by a legal recruiter.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without consideration to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status or medical condition. For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.

Litigation Associate - Tampa

Office Tampa
Practice Area Litigation-BLDR
Date Posted May 01, 2024
Application Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Foley & Lardner is seeking an associate with 2-4 years of business litigation experience to join the Business Litigation & Dispute Resolution Practice Group in our Tampa office. Ideal candidate will have experience with complex business litigation in state and federal courts, including conducting and managing written and document discovery, researching and drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court filings, conducting/defending depositions, preparing witnesses for testimony, appearing for status conferences, and arguing motions. Participation in mediation, settlement conferences, and negotiations, and experience with arbitration or trial preparation is preferred.

We are seeking a well-rounded, dynamic, highly motivated lawyer, who has demonstrated an ability to thrive in a sophisticated practice in a busy, collegial environment, to assist with advancing the long-term strategic objectives of the Litigation Department. AmLaw 100 experience preferred. Strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills are required. To be considered, a candidate must hold a J.D. from an ABA-approved law school and be in good standing and an active member of the Florida Bar. Interested applicants should submit resume, law school transcript, and writing sample. Current judicial clerks need to apply directly and may not be submitted by a legal recruiter.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without consideration to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status or medical condition. For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.

Litigation Special Counsel Complex Construction Cases – Tampa

Office Tampa
Practice Area Litigation-Construction
Date Posted Nov 01, 2023
Application Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking an attorney with at least 6 years of litigation experience to join the Litigation Department in our Tampa office as Special Counsel. This is full time, non-partner track position supporting our Complex Litigation Construction Practice. The attorney in this position will be responsible for multi-party litigation construction defect matters and must be confident in their autonomy. This position requires an individual who is self-motivated and focused.Our ideal candidate will have very strong oratory, research and writing skills. The candidate is expected to have significant courtroom or arbitration experience and will have conducted discovery, drafted substantive dispositive motions, have substantial deposition experience, and at least some trial or evidentiary hearing experience. The candidate must have baseline knowledge of insurance risk transfer issues for property damage claims. Strong organizational and time management skills required.To be considered, candidates must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school and be in good standing and an active member of the Florida Bar. Board Certification in Construction Law by the Florida Bar is preferred. Interested applicants should submit a resume, law school transcript, and a writing sample. Current judicial clerks need to apply directly and may not be submitted by a legal recruiter.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without consideration to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status or medical condition. For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.

Real Estate Associate – Jacksonville or Orlando

Office [Please select]
Practice Area Business Law-Real Estate
Date Posted Apr 23, 2024
Application Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking an associate with 1-3 years of real estate law experience to join the Real Estate Practice Group in our Jacksonville or Orlando office. Qualified candidates will have commensurate experience in real estate and financing transactions involving properties such as mixed use, office, multi-family, retail assets, hotels, resorts, etc. Our ideal candidate will have experience conducting due diligence and reviewing and drafting documents related to real estate and financing transactions, including purchase and sale agreements, licenses, leases, loan agreements, easements, CC&Rs, development agreements, and property management agreements, among others.

We are seeking a well-rounded, highly motivated associate with strong academic credentials and excellent writing and communication skills. The candidate should expect direct interaction with both partners and clients and must have a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and an exceptional work ethic.

Our firm offers a sophisticated practice in a team-based, positive, and collegial environment. We value creativity and intellectual curiosity among our lawyers and seek to make the practice both professionally and personally rewarding. Learn more about our Real Estate practice, read our bios, and peruse some representative matters at www.foley.com/realestate.

To be considered, a candidate must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school and must be in good standing and an active member of the Florida Bar. Interested applicants should submit resume, law school transcript, and cover letter indicating office preference. Current judicial clerks need to apply directly and may not be submitted by a legal recruiter.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without consideration to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status or medical condition. For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.

Renewable Energy and Energy Transition Transactional Associate – San Diego, Los Angeles, or Houston

Office [Please select]
Practice Area Business Law-Finance (Energy)
Date Posted May 01, 2024
Application Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking an associate with 4-8 years of experience to join our Renewable Energy and/or Energy Transition development and finance practices in our San Diego, Los Angeles, or Houston offices. Qualified candidates must have broad experience with renewable energy and/or energy transition matters, particularly within solar, wind, storage, and other renewable energy areas or hydrogen, carbon, renewable fuels and other energy transition areas.

Our ideal candidate will have experience in representing and advising on matters relating to complex development and finance transactions, including equity and debt financing; merger and acquisitions transaction; and negotiating and drafting project documents including EPC and BOP contracts, equipment procurement agreements, O&M agreements, and similar agreements. Strong drafting and project management skills are required.

We have a thriving energy practice with aggressive growth plans, and we are seeking a well-rounded, dynamic, highly motivated associate, who is comfortable working with large and varied multi-disciplinary transactional teams across offices and with direct interaction with both senior attorneys and clients. Positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, and an exceptional work ethic, coupled with a desire to be part of a fast-paced, growing, and collaborative environment are required. Chinese language skills are a plus.

To be considered, a candidate must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school and must be in good standing and an active member of the California State Bar or Texas State Bar, as applicable. Interested applicants should submit resume, law school transcript, and cover letter indicating office preference. We Are Not Accepting Search Firm Submissions For This Position.

California Applicants:Foley offers a comprehensive benefit program which currently includes Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; Medical, Dental and Vision insurance; 401(k) Retirement; Disability and Life insurance; Adoption Assistance; Backup Care for Dependents. Pursuant to the CA Pay Transparency for Pay Equity Act, the expected salary range for this position is between $290,000 - $420,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without consideration to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status or medical condition. For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.

Senior Estates & Trusts Attorney – Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, Tallahassee, or Tampa

Office [Please select]
Practice Area Business Law-Estates & Trusts
Date Posted Apr 01, 2024
Application Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking a sophisticated, of counsel or partner-level attorney to join the Estates & Trusts Practice Group in our Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, Tallahassee, or Tampa office.

Qualified candidate must have very strong client relationship, project management and negotiating skills; document drafting and senior review skills; and must have experience practicing in all areas of estate planning, estate and trust administration, wealth preservation and business succession planning, including experience advising individuals and families regarding appropriate tax and estate planning arrangements, financial planning, estate and generation-skipping tax planning, trust administration, probate administration, and charitable planning to carry out their specific objectives; as well as advising executives and business owners in a broad range of corporate law matters.

We are seeking a well-rounded, dynamic, highly-motivated senior Business Law attorney with 10 or more years of experience who seeks significant client contact and is willing to work collaboratively, mentoring younger associates, counseling clients, working alongside more seasoned partners, and investing a significant amount of time in client development, as well as client counseling. Experience with and commitment to understanding and solving complex business issues is critical. Large law firm experience preferred. Top academics and experience required.

To be considered, a candidate must hold a JD from a top tier, ABA-approved law school and must in good standing and an active member of the Florida Bar. Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without consideration to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status or medical condition. For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.

Supply Chain/Commercial Contracts Associate – Milwaukee or Chicago

Office [Please select]
Practice Area Business Law-Finance
Date Posted Apr 04, 2024
Application Deadline Jun 30, 2024
Foley & Lardner LLP is seeking an attorney with relevant supply chain/commercial contracts experience to join the Supply Chain practice in our Milwaukee or Chicago office as an associate. Alternate Foley office locations may be considered based on business need and the candidate’s experience.

Qualified candidates ideally have at least 2 years of experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, including supply and distribution agreements, equipment purchase/sale agreements, and professional services agreements. Candidate must have strong analytical, writing, communications and interpersonal skills with exceptional attention to detail, and must be well-organized and committed to client service. Candidate will be expected to manage multiple projects and priorities and to develop relationships with colleagues and clients.

We are seeking a hard-working, well-rounded, highly motivated attorney who is willing to work collaboratively on supply chain, commercial transaction, and distribution relationship issues, including those involving manufacturers, service providers, suppliers, dealers, distributors, sales representatives, etc. Large law firm experience preferred, and top academics required.

To be considered, a candidate must hold a JD from an ABA-approved law school and must be in good standing and an active member of the bar of the jurisdiction(s) where the candidate is admitted to practice. Timely admission to the bar coinciding with the office of hire will be a condition of employment. Interested applicants should submit resume and law school transcript. Current judicial clerks need to apply directly and may not be submitted by a legal recruiter.

Starting base salary for this position is $225,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without consideration to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status or medical condition. For applicants applying to our California offices, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to local ordinances.