Mid-Level Litigation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Mid-Level Litigation Associate to join its Financial Services and Securities Enforcement Department in Columbia, SC. The role involves representing the financial services sector in various legal matters, including securities, lender liability, and regulatory issues.

Duties

• Represent clients in securities fraud, lender liability, and regulatory matters.
• Handle loan workouts, foreclosures, and class actions.
• Engage in commercial disputes and business torts.
• Collaborate with legal teams on intellectual property matters.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in a top 100 law firm setting.
• Experience with financial reporting, accounting, and tax matters.
• Civil litigation skills, including shareholder suits and SEC enforcement actions.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client and team interactions.
• South Carolina Bar membership required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership in the South Carolina Bar.

Skills

• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with innovative technology platforms.
• Strong academic record.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with merit bonus opportunities.
• Billable hours credit for pro bono work.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

This large Virginia office has international offices in Europe, Russia, and beyond. Attorneys work hard in a friendly atmosphere and are rewarded with extremely competitive salaries and hefty bonuses. Specific areas of law practiced in the Virginia office include real estate finance and land use, aviation law, communications law, tax, trust and estate planning, and a wide range of litigation. They also have a significant practice in the areas of corporate finance and intellectual property rights.