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 New York, NY. The role involves representing the interests of the financial services sector, including securities, lender liability, regulatory issues, and more.

Duties

• Represent accounting firms and public companies in financial reporting, accounting, disclosure, and tax matters.
• Engage in civil litigation, including shareholder suits and SEC enforcement actions.
• Handle disputes arising from private equity deals.
• Collaborate with clients, business, and legal teams effectively.
• Utilize innovative technology platforms to enhance legal work.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in a top 100 law firm setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with diverse teams.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• New York Bar admission required.

Education

• Strong academic record from a reputable law school.

Certifications

• New York Bar admission.

Skills

• Civil litigation skills.
• Experience with SEC and PCAOB enforcement actions.
• Proficiency in using technology platforms for legal work.

Benefits

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

This small New York office has international offices in Europe, Russia, and beyond. Attorneys work in a small firm atmosphere and are rewarded with extremely competitive salaries and hefty bonuses. Specific areas of law practiced in the New York office include mergers and acquisitions, and finance and joint ventures. They have a dynamic client roster ranging from mainstream corporate to the entertainment field. They serve public, private, government and nonprofit clients from such industries as automotive, banking and financial services, chemicals, energy resources, food processing, general manufacturing, government, health care, insurance, real estate, retailing, sports and entertainment, technology and telecom, and transportation.