Securities Litigation Associate

Job Overview:
A distinguished law firm is seeking an experienced attorney to join its securities litigation team. This role provides an exciting opportunity for a litigation attorney to further develop skills in a professional, driven, and collegial environment. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, and excels in legal writing, problem-solving, and oral advocacy.

Location:

• New York, NY

Duties:

• Conduct factual research for case investigations and draft amended complaints.

• Draft legal memoranda in opposition to motions to dismiss and summary judgment, and in support of class certification and summary judgment.

• Create and respond to discovery requests, including document requests, interrogatories, requests to admit, and deposition notices.

• Engage in discovery negotiations with opposing and third-party counsel, draft discovery correspondence, and motions to compel.

• Review documents produced by parties and third parties for case support, depositions, and trial.

• Prepare for and participate in depositions as both second chair and, when ready, first chair.

• Work with experts, including economists and industry specialists, during discovery.

• Prepare for mediations, including drafting mediation briefs and presentations.

• Assist in drafting settlement approval documents.

Requirements:

• Minimum of three years of relevant experience in securities litigation (Class of 2020 or earlier).

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently with appropriate guidance and mentoring.

• Ability to collaborate with legal professionals at all levels.

• Excellent organizational and project management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility for admission.

Skills:

• Expertise in legal research and drafting.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Proficiency in case strategy development.

• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines.

• Familiarity with securities laws and litigation procedures.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• 401(k) plan with participation options.

• Technology reimbursement.

• Student loan reimbursement.

• In-office snacks and beverages.

This firm is actively engaged in prosecuting representative actions (principally securities, anti-trust, and consumer class actions) as well as maintaining a diversified general practice specifically organized to service the needs of the business community, including general corporate and commercial law, securities law, health care, real estate, taxation, estate planning, trusts and estates administration, and civil and white collar criminal litigation, with an emphasis on servicing the needs of family businesses.