Associate - Litigation and Trial in Securities and M&A Litigation

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with a minimum of two years of securities litigation experience to join their team in Menlo Park, CA. The role involves working within the Litigation and Trial Practice Group, focusing on Securities and M&A Litigation, and offers an opportunity to engage in high-stakes disputes and complex legal matters.

Duties

• Represent clients in securities class actions and derivative litigation.
• Handle M&A litigation, including breach of fiduciary duty suits and corporate control disputes.
• Engage in SEC and regulatory enforcement matters.
• Defend accountants and professional liability cases.
• Collaborate with clients to develop litigation strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of experience in securities litigation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Resources for family building and caregiving.
• Financial planning and retirement savings options.

This very prestigious Los Angeles firm has offices throughout the U.S. and the world. Their mega-power clients include top national and international corporations. The firm has a unique culture and produces very self-confident, easy-going, polished attorneys. This firm has a lot of power in Los Angeles and embraces attorneys from a variety of backgrounds in a very encouraging way. Additionally, the compensation at this firm is truly first-rate. New attorneys are encouraged to partake in the mentoring program and training opportunities. The firm has a very good management structure which appears to make partnership and advancement decisions for its associates in a very even-handed and fair manner.