A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney to join its Securities Enforcement / White Collar litigation teams.

Job Overview:

The Associate Attorney will be crucial in handling securities enforcement and white-collar defense cases, regulatory investigations, and compliance matters. The candidate must have 2-5 years of relevant experience in the legal field. This position is based in Palo Alto, CA, and the firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health care, retirement benefits, paid time off, parental leave, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, and performance-based bonuses.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategies.
• Draft and review legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Assist in the preparation of clients for regulatory interviews and hearings.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on case management and strategy.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and regulatory authorities.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in the state of California.
• 2-5 years of experience in securities enforcement and white-collar defense.
• Strong understanding of regulatory investigations and compliance matters.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents.
• Case management and strategy.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Regulatory investigations and compliance.

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.