Securities And Capital Markets Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm in Rochester, NY, is seeking a highly skilled Securities and Capital Markets Associate Attorney with 2-7 years of experience to join its team. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in representing issuers and investment banks in public and private securities offerings and advising publicly traded companies on compliance with federal securities laws and corporate governance standards.

Duties:

• Represent issuers and investment banks in public and private securities offerings, including IPOs, follow-on offerings, and private placements.
• Advise publicly traded companies on compliance with the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including periodic reporting, disclosure obligations, and exchange listing standards.
• Guide on corporate governance matters, including board and committee responsibilities, executive compensation, and shareholder relations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various securities-related agreements and documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on securities laws, regulations, and industry trends.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to develop and implement strategic legal solutions.
• Stay current on developments in securities law and provide updates and training to clients and colleagues as needed.
• Handle regulatory inquiries and investigations related to securities matters.

Requirements:

• 2-7 years of relevant experience in securities and capital markets law.
• Proven track record in representing issuers and investment banks in securities offerings and advising on compliance with federal securities laws.
• Demonstrated experience in a law firm environment with a strong understanding of securities regulations and corporate governance.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in New York State.

Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• High level of professionalism and a strong work ethic.
• Enthusiasm for client service and proactive initiative.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.

This New York State firm offers business customers expertice in all major practice areas. Its clients include a distinguished list of banks, real estate, biotech, pharmaceutical and other companies. Despite the high quality of the work product, the work environment is relaxed and deliliberately collegial. Attorneys often work on each others' cases to help solve problems expeditiously and with as much intellectual input as possible. Pay scales are competitive for the region.