Securities Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A prestigious law firm is seeking a Securities Litigation Associate with 3-5 years of relevant experience. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work on high-stakes litigation and regulatory matters, representing a variety of corporate and individual clients, including Fortune 100 companies and leading technology and life sciences firms.

Location

• Irvine, CA

Duties

• Represent clients in securities class actions, shareholder derivative lawsuits, and commercial disputes at both trial and appellate levels.

• Provide support in regulatory advocacy efforts to mitigate or prevent enforcement actions.

• Collaborate on internal, governmental, and regulatory investigations.

• Contribute to strategic planning and case management in securities litigation matters.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in securities litigation or a related field.

• Experience handling securities-related disputes and investigations or managing enforcement actions initiated by federal or state agencies.

• Strong research, analytical, and writing skills.

• Ability to effectively collaborate in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the New York or California State Bar.

Skills

• Expertise in securities litigation, class actions, and shareholder derivative lawsuits.

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and enforcement procedures.

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication.

• Collaborative problem-solving and teamwork abilities.

• Effective time management and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary merit bonus based on firm and individual performance.

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• Mental well-being support.

• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.

• Short- and long-term disability coverage.

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

• Long-term care insurance.

• 401(k) retirement program.

• Flexible Time Off (FTO) program.

• Generous parental leave.

• Paid holidays.

This firm takes a cross-discipline approach to legal practice; attorneys develop their careers to their fullest potential in a work environment dedicated to collaboration and client solutions. These attorneys then implement their skills and experience to foster long-term client relationships, advising clients on a broad array of legal issues.