Securities Litigation Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Securities Litigation Associate to join its team in New York, NY. This role involves litigating securities fraud matters on behalf of clients, offering an excellent opportunity for a motivated candidate passionate about plaintiff-side litigation.

Duties

• Litigate complex securities fraud actions.
• Develop and implement litigation strategies.
• Represent investors in high-profile cases.
• Collaborate with a team to achieve market transparency reforms.

Requirements

• JD required; preference for 2020-2024 graduates.
• Admission to the New York Bar and/or California Bar.
• Experience in securities litigation or complex litigation.
• Strong academic and professional credentials.
• Judicial clerkships are a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD)

Certifications

• Admission to the New York Bar and/or California Bar

Skills

• Excellent writing and legal research skills.
• Strong financial literacy.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and proactive approach.
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases.
• Strong time management and communication skills.

Benefits

• Hybrid work environment (3 days in-office, 2 days remote).
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Established in the early 1980s, this premier law firm has obtained many of the largest financial recoveries in the region and achieved corporate governance reforms that have set several precedents. The attorneys here specialize in consumer claims; corporate governance litigation, including claims for breach of fiduciary duty and proxy violations; securities class, derivative, and direct actions in federal and state courts; and violations of federal and state anti-discrimination laws and vindication of employee rights. They also deal with litigation related to accountants' liability, allegations of breach of contract, breach of fiduciary duty, fraud and negligence on behalf of institutions and individuals nationwide, and patent infringement.