Mid-Level Securities Litigation Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking a talented mid-level Securities Litigation Associate Attorney with 4 to 6 years of experience to join its Securities Litigation Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have experience handling securities class actions, derivative suits, and SEC investigations. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment where high performance, analytical ability, and strong communication skills are valued.

Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Duties:

• Handle securities litigation matters, including private securities class actions, derivative suits, and SEC investigations
• Analyze complex legal issues and develop strategies for litigation
• Communicate complex matters effectively, both orally and in writing
• Work as part of a team, collaborating with other attorneys to achieve favorable client outcomes
• Manage multiple cases efficiently while maintaining high-quality work product
• Maintain client relationships and provide strategic advice

Requirements:

• 4 to 6 years of experience in securities litigation, including handling private securities class actions, derivative suits, and SEC investigations
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to explain complex legal matters concisely
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing or eligible for bar waiver
• Strong commitment to client service and legal excellence

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in the state in which you are practicing or eligible to waive in

Skills:

• Strong analytical and research abilities
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Experience in securities litigation, class actions, and SEC investigations
• Ability to manage cases and collaborate within a team environment
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage options
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits (adoption, fertility treatment, backup care)
• Tax-free Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans
• Global wellness program (healthcare advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, Calm apps)
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration and up to two professional associations
• Pro bono support with dedicated in-house counsel
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable donations
• Paid holidays and flexible time off

Although the San Francisco office of this full-service, multi-national juggernaut is known primarily for its large Litigation department, its Business department is growing and, in fact, includes an outstanding International Transactions practice. Despite its size and impressive stature within the legal community, insiders claim the firm maintains a ?small firm? culture ? associates are neither competitive nor pretentious and the firm itself is notoriously not hierarchical. Salaries are competitive (although associates complain the firm will never be the first to raise salaries), and billable hour pressure is manageable.